About Eagle Hunting & what is the eagle hunting
Eagle hunting is a unique .cultural heritage ofthe Kazakh people. Eagle hunting is a traditional practice in which trained eagles, usually golden eagles, are used to hunt game animals such as foxes, rabbits, or even larger prey like deer. This ancient technique is most famously practiced by nomadic peoples in Central Asia, particularly in Kazakhstan, Mongolia, and Kyrgyzstan.
The practice dates back 3000-3500 years and is considered an important cultural heritage in many of these regions. The eagles are trained from a young age, usually female by capturing and taming wild eagles. Why? Because the female golden eagle is larger than the male. taken from a nest is called kol I bala” or child ofthehand”, two year old eagle taken from the wild is called” “tirnek”, tastulek” or “stone feather,”muzbalah orticefeather”
The hunters (often called “berkutchi”) form a close bond with their birds, and the training is considered both a skill and an art.
The birds of prey are highly skilled hunters, able to spot small game from high altitudes. When hunting, the eagle is released to pursue the prey and capture it with its powerful talons, after which it returns to the hunter. Eagle hunting is often a symbol of strength, bravery, and skill, and it has become a popular cultural event in these regions.
Experience It Yourself
Travelers to Western Mongolia have the rare opportunity to witness or even participate in this incredible tradition. Whether attending the Golden Eagle Festival or joining a hunter on a real expedition, eagle hunting offers a glimpse into a world where ancient customs and untamed nature come together.
Sharlau tours offers you authentic custom tours of eagle hunting. We arrange your stay with the most experienced eagle hunter families. You can go hunt with them. Dive into Kazak culture and stay in the same house and experience their cuisine and their way of life just like themselves. Become a Kazak eagle hunter for a while!
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