Alaska Caribou Hunting

Guided caribou hunting in Alaska is a great way to experience the Alaskan outdoors and hunt one of the most amazing animals on the tundra. Caribou hunting in Alaska is one of the most economical ways of hunting Alaska. Caribou hunts also have the highest success rates. Seeing bands of caribou travel over the hill towards you makes you appreciate life in the Alaskan wilderness. I operate my camps in pursuit of caribou from the Mulchatna caribou herd in southwestern Alaska. In many areas, two caribou are allowed. This is appealing to many hunters because they can shoot the first good bull they see and than try to upgrade. Another nice thing about caribou is the conformation of their racks. Caribou have the biggest antlers in proportion to their body weight of any other animal. The guide will let you know the trophy quality of the bulls and you and him can discuss whether or not you should take him. Don’t hesitate too long though because once you get behind a caribou, you probably won’t get any closer. They cover the tundra at an unbelievable pace. I recommend a minimum caliber of .270 Win for caribou. Occasionally, long shots are needed to take these trophies. Practice close shots but also practice shots out to 200-300 yards.

Caribou season starts the first of August. I hunt them through mid-October. I will fly you into an excellent caribou area the day before your actual hunting starts. You will be scheduled for 7 days of hunting and depart the following day. I offer 7 day hunts because here in Alaska, weather can sometimes cost a day or two of delays in a hunt. The extra days may be needed to find that trophy animal. If you tag out early, it is usually possible to get you back to town early. Email me or call me at 605-887-3561 to visit about Alaska caribou hunting. If I don’t answer, I am probably hunting. Leave a message and I will return it ASAP.

 When researching a hunt, you should ask to speak with ALL of the clients who hunted the same time you are considering hunting the previous year.  It is foolish to consider booking a hunt with an outfitter before you speak with hunters who have hunted the same time and place during the previous season.  It is important to know ahead of time what you are getting for your money.  I am proud of the attention I give each client before, during, and after the hunt.  Most importantly, DON'T CONSIDER BOOKING A HUNT WITH ANYONE THAT IS NOT WILLING TO GIVE YOU PHONE NUMBERS AND/OR EMAIL ADDRESSES OF ALL OF THEIR CLIENTS FROM THE PREVIOUS YEAR. 

Trophy fees for extra animals taken on the caribou hunt are as follows:
2nd Caribou … $1,500
Black Bear … $1,500
Wolf … $250 (additional wolves no charge)
Wolverine … $500

A 50% non-refundable deposit will reserve your hunt.

Guided Alaska Hunting
Willie Dvorak, Guide
605-887-3561
wdvorak@nvc.net