A number of smaller herds occur all over both island. Considered a premier trophy. The Himalayan Thar is found high in the mountains of the Central South Island especially around Mount Cook. Be prepared to climb hard and have a good head for heights although guides tend to have a few easier places lined up. The best time to hunt them is May to June when their coats are rich and dense.
Trophies are amongst the best available in the world.
They are indeed a challenging hunt just from the fitness level. Also require long range flat shooting rifles. They live high on the rocky bluffs and are extremely wary being blessed with exceptional sight. They can just fair motor up cliffs with their specially adapted feet. One of the considerations taken into account before shooting a Thar is if it will be recoverable from where it may fall.