Hunting for Kri Kri ibex in Greece is an impressive searching expedition and amazing vacation done in one. Ibex hunting is usually a rough experience, however not in this case! Dive to shipwrecks and spearfishing in old Greece, or take pleasure in ibex searching in an exotic location are simply a few of the things you could do during a week long ibex searching trip in Greece. Can you think of anything else?
This Ibex is NOT a petite kind of the Bezoar Ibex, which has moved right into the western-most reach of the range of this types. The kri-kri (Capra aegagrus cretica), also called the Cretan goat, Agrimi, or Cretan Ibex, is an aboriginal goat varieties inhabiting the eastern Mediterranean, which was once believed to be a subspecies of wild goat. This kri-kri is a feral goat with a light brown coat with a dark collar. They have two sweeping horns on their heads. During the day, they relax and also avoid site visitors, preventing tourists. The kri-kri can jump a long way or scale seemingly vertical cliffs.
The Peloponnese is the most southern part of landmass Greece and could be thought about the "genuine" Greece to lots of. It supplies a variety of landscapes from magnificent beaches, rough shoreline dotted with tiny coves, medieval towns holding on to mountain sides, rolling hills and also valleys, olive groves and even wineries. In between lie stays of ancient people and also historical websites going back hundreds of years. The climate right here is milder than in the majority of various other parts of Greece due mostly to its southerly place as well as also since it is surrounded by water on three sides-- the Ionian Sea to the west, the Myrtoan Sea to the southwest as well as the Saronic Gulf to the east. Because of this there are great deals of sunshine hours making it perfect for outdoor activities such as walking, climbing, kayaking as well as swimming as well as watersports. You can quickly invest a month in this beautiful area without lacking things to do! One of our most popular activities is angling in Methoni. We offer half day or full field trip where you can try your hand at deep sea fishing, bottom fishing or trolling. If you are already qualified, you can additionally go spearfishing or totally free diving. If you want to find out exactly how to fish then we can schedule lessons with one of our knowledgeable trainers that will instruct you all the basics. Angling is a wonderful means to kick back and also delight in nature at its finest. The crystal clear waters offer great visibility for locating fish as well as for seeing any sea creatures that you could experience such as turtles or dolphins. It's likewise an excellent way to obtain some workout while delighting in the fresh air as well as magnificent surroundings. Our Peloponnese scenic tours take you out of the ordinary to explore some of the lower well-known treasures of this gorgeous location. Our tours are designed for little groups to make sure that you can get a much more intimate experience and truly be familiar with your fellow travelers. You will certainly stay in family members run accommodation where possible so that you can experience traditional Greek hospitality at its finest. We utilize local guides that are professionals in their area as well as who will certainly share their knowledge as well as passion for this impressive place with you. Our tours are active so be prepared to do some strolling or walking however we assure it will be worth it! Highlights include check outs to ancient websites such as Mycenae, Olympia (the birth location of the Olympic Games) and also Epidaurus-- just to name a few. You will certainly additionally get to experience traditional Greek town life, swim in surprise coves, discover middle ages castles perched on hills with impressive views and also far more!
There is truly something for everyone in the Peloponnese peninsula. Whether you have an interest in background as well as culture or nature as well as outside activities, this is an ideal location for your following trip. If you are short in a timely manner, our hunting and also visiting Peloponnese Tours from Methoni is a fantastic method to see everything this awesome area has to offer.And lastly, your Kri Kri ibex prize is awaiting you.
What is Kri Kri Ibex (Capra Aegagrus Cretica) and how you can hunting in Greece legaly
Knowing the appearance and behavior of the Kri Kri ibex is crucial for successful hunting in Greece. The Ibex is the smallest of all wild goats and has the longest horns of any species (Capra Aegagrus Cretica). The Kri-Kri is the smallest ibex by body weight, but not by the length of its horns. A few specimens that were hunted without being reported were as big as 115 cm. The gold medal trophy is 61 cm (24 inches) in length. Currently, Kri-Kri ibexes are hunted in Greece. Hunting is available in Atalanti and Sapientza as well as on the mainland. An Ibex is hunted on Atalanti throughout the last week of October and the first week of December. On Sapientza, the hunting season lasts throughout November and sometimes the first week of December, depending on weather conditions. Kri-Kri ibexes are hunted on the mainland beginning in September and ending in October/November.