Chase one of North America’s most striking predators across the top of the world. This 8-day spring arctic grizzly hunt takes place in the remote far-west mainland of Canada’s Northwest Territories, where you’ll travel by snowmobile across many miles of unspoiled arctic wilderness with two experienced Inuit guides at your side. Have questions? Our hunt consultants have been to the NWT — talk to someone who knows the terrain firsthand.
Arctic grizzlies are beautiful bears, often carrying hair over 4 inches long with no rubs — some of the finest hides in the bear world. Average boars on this hunt square 7’0″ to 8’6″, and success rates are very high. With long spring days and endless open country, this is as pure an arctic adventure as it gets.
Hunt Overview
Spring hunts run from late April through the end of May, with eight full days of hunting. Each hunter is paired with two Inuit guides, traveling by snowmobile from a base of heated wood cabins. Success rates are very high, and the hunt can be planned as a combo hunt with wolf — ask your hunt consultant for current availability and pricing.
The Experience
The days this time of year are long, and many miles of untouched land will be traveled as you glass for bears on the spring snow. When a mature boar is spotted, your guides will help you close the distance for a spot-and-stalk opportunity — rifle or bow. Evenings are spent back at camp with a warm meal and a heated cabin.
Looking at other northern adventures? Check out our musk ox hunt in the NWT or our arctic grizzly hunt in Nunavut.
Accommodations & Meals
Hunters stay in heated wood cabins built for arctic comfort. Meals are simple but hearty, with all food provided while in camp.
Pricing
- 8-Day Arctic Grizzly Hunt (two guides per hunter): $24,000 USD
- Harvest Fee: $2,376 CAD
- Wolf combo available — contact us for details (or see our dedicated arctic wolf hunt)
What’s Included
- 8 full hunting days
- All food and lodging while hunting
- Transportation in the field (snowmobile)
- Two Inuit guides per hunter
- Field care of your trophy
What’s Not Included
- Commercial flights to the NWT (no charters required)
- Hotel stays before/after the hunt
- License, tags, and harvest fees
- Gratuities
- GST (5%)
- Trophy care and shipping
Transport
Most hunters fly through Edmonton or Vancouver to YEV – Mike Zubko Airport. From there, you’ll transfer to the hunt area by snowmobile — no charter flights required. Plan for roughly 10 days door-to-door including travel. Optional tours such as dog sledding or northern lights viewing can be arranged before or after your hunt.
Hunt Style
Spot and Stalk – Moderate
Trip Requirements
Hunting licenses, tags and permits required.
All participants must read rules and regulations pertaining to method of take and be within the state/country’s guidelines. We are not responsible for failure to meet any state/country requirements.
Additional Information
- Tagging & Export: Trophy care handled by the outfitter’s team in Whitehorse, YT, with full U.S. import coordination.
- Cancellation Policy: If you need to cancel, you have three options: (1) transfer your hunt to another party who assumes all remaining financial obligations, (2) push your trip to the following year, or (3) forfeit all payments made to date. There are no free cancellations. We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance to protect against unforeseen circumstances.
WO Trip Protection
For 5% of your trip cost, we guarantee your hunt. If the outfitter cancels, goes out of business, or a wildfire shuts down the area — we rebook you on a comparable hunt at no extra cost.
Ask your consultant about adding trip protection when you book.
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