Sheldoni Mule Deer Hunts
The Sheldoni Mule Deer are known to have non-typical genetics and darker antlers, making them a very impressive subspecies of Mule Deer. The antlers of Sheldoni Deer are generally very tall, a lot darker, and can have extreme variations that attract hunters from all around the globe. We offer a very limited amount of clientele for these Mule Deer hunts, only 12-18 permits per year. This allows hunters to have a better chance of harvesting their trophy, Sheldoni Mule Deer. Sheldoni Mule deer hunting takes place on Tiburon Island, which offers a once-in-a-lifetime trophy hunting experience.
Some hunters may want to hire a packer for the hunt as the terrain can be challenging. We can assist you in hiring an expert packer prior to the hunt.
Hunting Sheldoni Mule Deer
Hunting Sheldoni Mule Deer on Tiburon Island is no easy task. Be prepared, as the island terrain is vast, and your hunting days will require backpacking and hiking since there are few roads. You can expect to backpack 2-5 miles into an area with no roads where you'll start the hunt and be glassing for the Mule Deer. A long-range rifle and a hunter capable of accurate shot placement are considered to be a huge asset. Shots of 400 yards or more are sometimes required. When you spot your big buck, your time can be limited. Sometimes, a brief window of opportunity can present itself, requiring the hunter to be prepared to shoot quickly.
Sheldoni Mule Deer Hunting Expectations
Every hunter should expect to see multiple bucks per day and get a shot opportunity at a mature Mule Deer of 170"+ during their hunt with us. When hunting Sheldoni Mule Deer, you will be shooting down from mountain tops and into the flats and hills. Hunters must be ready as these Mule Deer will be anywhere from the tops of the mountains to the flats and ranges. We will be spotting and stalking these deer with little to no high racking.
Sheldoni Mule Deer Hunting Terrain
Tiburon Island is roughly 25 x 50 kilometers and is made up of a 75% mountainous habitat that sits between the eastern shore of the Gulf of California and the western shoreline of the Mexican mainland. You can expect this Sheldoni Mule Deer hunt to require more activity since there are very few roads to get around on. All water, food, and supplies will need to be backpacked in. This is a truly unique hunt because these Mule Deer are non-existent anywhere else in the world. You can expect to be shooting down from the mountain tops into the flats and ranges.
Getting to Tiburon Island
All flights will need to be booked with Hermosillo, Mexico, as your final destination. Due to the laws pertaining to firearms in Mexico, hunters bringing their rifles will need to fly directly from Phoenix to Hermosillo with no connections anywhere in Mexico. Hermosillo is where your rifle permit will be located upon entry into the country. Upon your arrival, you will need to check your rifle; we handle all gun permits prior to your arrival, along with notifying Mexico customs of your necessary permits. Once you've cleared security, a DSO employee will meet with you; the time of arrival will determine whether you depart for camp immediately by crossing the Sea of Cortez from a village named Punta Chueca to Tiburon Island, which takes about 10-20 minutes or if you depart first thing the following morning.
2024 Sheldoni Mule Deer Hunting Dates
All of our Sheldoni Mule Deer hunts are a minimum of 8 full hunting days. Longer trips for the Mule Deer enthusiasts/freaks can be booked upon request. Clients can expect to fly into Hermosillo Airport the day before the hunt and depart the day after the hunt ends.
2024/25 Season Dates:
Hunt dates are very limited. Call or email us for availability.
