About us

Jasmin safari: Premier Hunting Tours & Global Safaris

Jasmin Safari is the largest outfitter of Iran with 30 years of experience in organizing the hunting tour and safaris in Iran, Central Asian countries, such as Türkiye, Spain, South Africa and various other destinations worldwide. Licensed by the Iranian Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts (Registration No. 10102351544), Jasmin Safari is a proud member of the Iranian Tour Operators Association (ITOA) and the Iranian Tourism and Air Transport Association.

Our Legacy: A Passion for Iran’s Wild Frontier

Welcome to Jasmin Safari. We are more than just an outfitter; we are a team of passionate hunters and naturalists dedicated to sharing the raw, untamed beauty of Iran with the world’s most discerning adventurers. We are proud to have been instrumental in welcoming big game clients back to the country after 30 years, re-opening a paradise for those who seek a truly unique challenge. Our entire mission is to provide you with an unforgettable adventure and a successful, world-class safari.

Leadership & Expertise

The company was founded and is managed by Dr. Esrafil Shafiezadeh, a distinguished figure in the global hunting community. He is an active member of the Safari Club International (SCI), the Wild Sheep Foundation (WSF), and the SCI Spanish Chapter. Beyond hunting, Dr. Shafiezadeh and Jasmin Safari specialize in a wide range of eco-tourism and cultural activities, including:

Safari & Adventure Tours
Bird Watching & Trekking
Mountaineering & Rural Tours
Cultural, Archaeological, and Nomad Tours
Nature-Based Eco-Tourism

Academic & Conservation Background

Dr. Shafiezadeh is an accomplished author, a columnist for the Iranian daily newspaper Jahan-e Sanat, and a regular contributor to Safar magazine.

With over 35 years of academic and professional collaboration with prestigious institutions—including the University of Tehran, Allameh Tabataba’i University, the University of Nebrija (Spain), and the University of Strathclyde (Scotland)—he is a recognized expert in tourism policy and Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) within the tourism, hospitality, and wildlife conservation sectors.

He is deeply committed to:

Developing community-based tourism and expanding eco-tourism in remote regions of Iran.
Partnering with local owners of private hunting reserves.
Participating in wildlife protection and environmental educational programs.

A Commitment Forged Over Decades

Jasmin Safari is a private, officially authorized outfitter. Our operations are fully licensed by Iran’s Department of the Environment, ensuring that every expedition we lead is legal, ethical, and sustainable. This official partnership allows us to take our clients into some of the best, most carefully protected hunting grounds in the country—pristine areas that are off the beaten path and teeming with healthy game populations.

Led by Iran’s Most Experienced Professional Hunters

A successful hunt depends entirely on the quality of your guide. Our team consists of the most experienced and knowledgeable professional hunters, spotters, and trackers in Iran, each with decades of hard-won experience in the field. They are not just guides; they are masters of the terrain and true students of the wildlife. Their singular goal is to use their expertise to ensure your safety, success, and to create the adventure of a lifetime.

Why Iran? A Paradise for the Modern Hunter

As Iran has recently opened its doors to the world, it has quickly become a premier destination for those seeking rare and magnificent trophies. The sheer diversity of wildlife is astonishing, making a hunt in Iran a truly unique experience. We specialize in helping you pursue majestic species, including:

The Trans Caspian Urial
The Afghan Urial
The Esfahan Sheep
The Kerman Sheep
The Shiraz Sheep
The Laristan Sheep
The Arak Sheep
The Red Sheep
The Persian Desert Ibex
The Bezoar Ibex
The Persian Gazelle
The Armenian Sheep

Beyond the hunt, you will be immersed in a land of unsurpassed natural beauty, home to some of the rarest animals on earth, from the elusive Asiatic Cheetah to the graceful Persian Fallow Deer.

Your Adventure Awaits

Whether you’re seeking a challenging big game safari or an independent Wild Boar trip, we organize every detail to meet your individual interests. We don’t offer standard packages; we craft personalized, unforgettable adventures.