Icelandic Goose Hunting - 3 Unique Species |
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| Goose hunting is a fantastic experience in Iceland. Three different species of geese can be hunted here: Barnacle goose, Graylag goose and the Pinkfooted goose. A Grand Slam hunt is possible from the 25th of September thru the 10th of October. Inquire for details. |
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Hunting Season: Hunting season is from August 20th until March 15th. The best period for the North Coast is September 1st thru September 20th. The best period for the South Coast is September 20th - October 10th. There are no limits on geese in Iceland. |
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 The Hunt: A day’s bag for 2 hunters can be anywhere between 0 - 50 geese per day. The success of the hunt depends the shooting ability of each hunter, but weather, temperature and other factors of nature will certainly also influence the result. When needed we use Labrador Retrievers to retrieve the downed geese. During goose hunting you will also be able to shoot most species of ducks that might pass your barrel. We hunt only on private fields.
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| Guides: We offer the best professional Icelandic goose hunting guides available. Our guides have been hunting and guiding Duck, Goose and Ptarmigan hunts for over 30 years. |
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 Accommodation: Accommodations during the hunt are in warm and comfortable lodges with full modern amenities, hot water, showers, etc.
What to bring: 3-Shot Semi-auto, Pump or O/U Shotguns in 12 gauge. Warm, waterproof waterfowl camouflage clothing, warm underwear and knee high rubber boots. Temperatures can vary from 32° - 60° F, but generally the temperature is 41° to 50° F, except in the early morning, when it can be colder. Upon booking we supply a detailed packing list.
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| Hunters |
Trip Length |
Days Hunting |
Cost per Hunter |
| 2 Minimum |
5 Days |
3 Days |
$3,450.00 |
| 3 Hunters |
5 Days |
3 Days |
$3,250.00 |
| 4 Hunters |
5 Days |
3 Days |
$2,950.00 |
| Non Hunter |
5 Days |
0 Days |
$1,900.00 |
A standard Waterfowl hunting program consists of five days, thereof three full days of hunting. For best results we suggest a hunting group with 2 or 3 hunters. However, itinerary can be tailored to special wishes if booking availability allows. |
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Included: Icelandic hunting license, weapon license, all transportation in Iceland,one professional guide and a 4 x 4 vehicle / boat for every two or three hunters, all equipment necessary during the hunt (except clothing and firearms)and full board and lodging from arrival until departure.
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| Not included: Fee for extra hunting or fishing excursions, preparation and shipment of trophy according to customer wishes, ammunition if shotguns are provided by the outfitter, alcoholic beverages, extra days in Reykjavik, international flights and excess baggage charges on domestic flights. |
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Day 1: You will arrive at Keflavik International Airport in the afternoon where you will be met by our outfitter. The outfitter will clear your weapons through customs and then transfer you to Reykjavik. You will arrive at your hunting cabin later that evening.
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Day 2: We wake up well before dawn for breakfast and then out to the field for the morning hunt. We are normally done hunting by 10 to 12 in the morning. Then we will return to the hunting lodge for meal and rest. In the afternoon we will look for a spot, where the geese return in the evening for the night’s rest.If we have the right conditions, we may have a chance at a few geese at dusk. The evening hunt is not guaranteed, but only a bonus, if we are lucky.
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Day 3: Same schedule as Day 2.
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Day 4: Same schedule as Day 2 & 3. At the end of the day you will return to Reykjavik by an airplane or car, depending on where you will be hunting.
Day 5: Possible morning goose hunt only if bad weather occurs during Days 2 & 3. Transfer to Keflavik International Airport early next morning, arriving at a European or U.S. airport around noon.
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Bringing back your trophy: Your geese will be prepared at the end of the trip to bring back home to your taxidermist when you depart Iceland. We will supply you with all of the documentation from the Icelandic Government for safe importation into the US or your home Country. We can also have it shipped to your taxidermist if you wish at an extra fee. |
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 IcelandAir: Just 4 Hours by air from Boston, 5 Hours from JFK and 6 Hours from Minneapolis. Iceland Air is the only major airline serving Iceland.
Baggage: Try and keep your baggage weight limit to 60-70 pounds to avoid any excess baggage charges on domestic flights in Iceland.
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