KRI KRI IBEX HUNTING IN GREECE is difficult task. For international hunters hunting big game in Greece is restricted. Wild boars and roe deer are the only alternative for local hunters besides kri kri ibex, which can only be hunted in carefully guarded special hunting territories such as certain islands. On two separate islands approximately 150 kilometres /Atalanty/ and 300 kilometres /Sapientza/
from Athens, we provide the chance to hunt this magnificent creature. The Kri Kri Ibex and mouflon can only be shot on special hunting areas from early morning until noon, in accordance with Greek law. Only shotguns are permitted, and only slugs may be used. You should book at least a year in advance for the licenses. This is to ensure that only serious hunters are allowed on these trips. The licenses are issued by the Greek Ministry of Nature and Agriculture and the government issues a certain number of licenses each year. The number is not fixed so it keeps fluctuating depending on the population of the animal. The Ibex’s horns are the longest of all wild goats (Capra Aegagrus). The Kri-Kri is the smallest ibex in terms of body weight, but not the length of its horns (Capra Aegagrus Cretica). A few specimens that went uncounted were as large as 115 cm. The gold trophy is 61 cm (24 inches) long. The Kri-Kri ibexes are hunted in Greece at present. Hunting is available on Atalanti and Sapientza as well as the mainland. An Ibex is hunted beginning on Atalanti in the last week of October and the first week of December. In Sapientza, hunting is permitted the entire month of November, depending on weather conditions. The mainland’s hunting season starts in September and ends in October or November. SPEARFISHING - The thrill of spearfishing in Greece is noteworthy in itself. You must hold your breath and possess excellent aim and steady hands in order to succeed. You are not permitted to utilise air-pressured spearguns. Perhaps courage will pay off, although it may be risky. If you feel secure diving, you’ll experience an underwater pursuit like no other. Every fishing trip should include a healthy dose of Grouper and Snapper, but there is one type in particular that makes for a tough spearfishing opponent, and for good reason. Dentex are a rare species of fish that possess speed, strength, and sharp fangs, in addition to an extremely cautious attitude. This means that hunting them requires more than just physical strength, but also intelligence. FISHING - No wonder water adoration is rooted in Greek culture, since this nation is bordered by three seas. From the delectable seafood that is cooked and served in local eateries to the numerous fishing villages lining the coastlines, angling is evident in every aspect of Greek society. It may be surprising, then, that fishing has just recently become popular with tourist and anglers! Prior to 2015, there was no legislation enabling local skippers to offer angling excursions to fishing fans. This has now changed, so you can still gain a unique understanding of a lifestyle that has previously been off limits to outsiders. What could be more enticing than catching world-famous fish and discovering some hidden history at the same time? FREEDIVING - The diving restrictions in Greece are a big problem, especially for divers interested in ancient shipwrecks and archaeological sites. The Greek economy and tourism are encouraged by the new law, which removes many of the restrictions on divers. It allows unescorted dives at many archaeological sites and shipwrecks, as well as at shipwrecks over 50 years old. Ancient wrecks in Greek waterways will be opened up after this summer, including many wrecks that were sunk during World War II. In addition to the Messina Navarino Bay archaeological park, a park will be opened opposite Methoni on the Sapientza islet.
