Often considered the pinnacle of any hunting career, the polar bear hunt is as cultural as it is wild. This outfitter has been offering highly successful polar bear hunts for nearly 30 years from Pond Inlet, Nunavut — hunting between the Baffin Bay and Lancaster Sound bear populations, both of which are increasing.
Polar bears are a true conservation success story. Over 16,000 polar bears now live in Canada — approximately half of the entire world’s polar bear population. The area hunted sits between two healthy, growing populations with a combined annual sustainable harvest of 216 bears per year.
Inuit Culture & the Hunt
Polar bears are greatly respected by Inuit hunters as the most intelligent animal in the Arctic and a symbol of resilience, patience, and determination. Polar bear hunting is taken very seriously — considered both exciting and dangerous, it is the pinnacle challenge of life in the Arctic. The hunt preserves the Inuit connection to the land and their cultural identity.
Revenue from guided hunts is divided among the Inuit guide, dog team owner, hide cleaner, and outfitter. A bear killed during a guided hunt is removed from the quota and the meat is distributed within the community. This income is often reinvested into hunting equipment and supplies that enable Inuit families to continue their subsistence hunting.
The Hunt
This is a 10-day polar bear hunt based out of Pond Inlet, Nunavut Territory. You will be hunting from one of the healthiest polar bear populations on earth. The hunt area sits between the Baffin Bay and Lancaster Sound populations — both are increasing even with annual sustainable harvests.
Pricing
- 10-Day Polar Bear Hunt (Pond Inlet): $55,000 USD
What’s Included
- 10 full hunting days
- Accommodation and meals while in camp
- Experienced Inuit guides
- Field prep of trophy and hide
What’s Not Included
- Government licenses and tags
- Travel to and from Pond Inlet
- Accommodations before/after hunt
- Canadian firearms import fee (if applicable)
- CITES export permits
Important Notes
- Polar bears are listed under the U.S. Endangered Species Act — trophies cannot currently be imported into the United States
- Canadian hunters and hunters from other countries may be able to import trophies — check your country’s regulations
- Contact us directly for full details on licensing and travel arrangements
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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