Public Land Bezoar Ibex (Persian Ibex) Hunts
Ibex New Mexico’s Florida Mountains are unique, being the only location in the Western Hemisphere where pure, unfenced, free-ranging Persian (Bezoar) Ibex can be hunted. Our team, including many former Kauffman Outfitters personnel, brings over 2,000 man-days of Ibex hunting experience to the table, utilizing strategies that consider factors such as hunter density, hunt type (muzzleloader, rifle, or bow), wind conditions, seasonal vegetation changes, precipitation, cougar signs, and the experience level of our hunters. We accommodate a wide range of hunters from youth to those with physical limitations, with youth hunts scheduled during the school Christmas break. New Mexico’s Florida Mountains are unique, being the only location in the Western Hemisphere where pure, unfenced, free-ranging Persian (Bezoar) Ibex can be hunted. Our team, including many former Kauffman Outfitters personnel, brings over 2,000 man-days of Ibex hunting experience to the table, utilizing strategies that consider factors such as hunter density, hunt type (muzzleloader, rifle, or bow), wind conditions, seasonal vegetation changes, precipitation, cougar signs, and the experience level of our hunters. We accommodate a wide range of hunters from youth to those with physical limitations, with youth hunts scheduled during the school Christmas break.
Notably, Safari Club International (SCI) maintains trophy statistics for Ibex, and their record book shows that the highest scoring Bow and Muzzleloader harvests and the second highest scoring Rifle harvest were established in New Mexico. We have guided five of the top six bow harvests in the state, achieving 87% of guided bow harvests and 54% of all bow harvests (both guided and unguided). Only 9% of entries in the record book are attributed to other outfitters still in business, emphasizing why many choose to hunt with Kiowa.
With Kiowa, you have the opportunity to take multiple Ibex with a bow before drawing a rifle tag. Contrary to rumors, short bow shots are indeed feasible for Billy Ibex.
Drawing Details
Applying with the Kiowa Outfitter number, available on our website, significantly enhances your odds of drawing a permit. Currently, the Ibex population is low compared to previous years, prompting the Department to decrease the number of licenses issued, shorten the Muzzleloader hunt from fifteen days to seven days, and ban scopes on muzzleloaders.
Drawing a bow Ibex license tends to be easier than obtaining a firearm license. For many bow hunters, the January hunt is more convenient than the October option, and outfitted January bow hunt odds are more than twice as high compared to non-resident hunts, while outfitted October bow hunt odds are over six times higher.
Cost of the Hunt Includes:
- Use of our outfitter number on your application.
- Snacks and drinks to carry during the hunt.
- All portable meals while on the mountain.
- Evening meals.
- Courtesy transportation during the hunt from your motel.
- The most experienced Ibex guides and spotters in New Mexico.
- Assistance with animal retrieval and trophy preparation (caping).
The Hunter is Responsible For:
- Applying for the license with our help.
- Lodging costs.
- The cost of the hunting license.
- Weapon, daypack, and hunting gear.
- Transportation to and from the hunt area near Deming, NM.
With our expertise and support, you have a wonderful opportunity to pursue the highly sought-after Ibex in a stunning setting. If you have any questions or need assistance, don’t hesitate to reach out!
Hunt Dates
Choose a minimum of 5 days or more
Rifle:
November 15-29, 2026
Youth Hunt:
Dec. 27, 2026 to Jan. 10, 2027
Archery:
October 1-15, 2026
January 15-29, 2027
Muzzleloader:
February 20-26, 2027
Hunt Prices
$7,500 + tax for any five days
$9,300 + tax for any seven days
Additional days at a rate of $900 per day may be booked beyond the contracted number of days
Ibex Trophy Gallery
Please enjoy these images from our past Ibex customers. Click an image to open the gallery.