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Why Choose Island Safaris?
Island Safaris was established in 1998 and since this time the company has been providing unforgettable hunting and fishing to clients throughout North America and the globle. Island Safaris is a full service Big Game Hunting and Fishing outfitter that has been in business since 1998 with clients coming back year after year. At Island Safaris we pride ourselves in being one of the most successful Newfoundland Outfitters providing world class lodging and services. Our Guides are the best there are among the best there are, with years of experience and will ensure you get your trophy to provide the vey best there is in Newfoundland wilderness adventures!
Island Safaris Overview
- 5-day hunt (Monday through Friday)
- 15% sales tax
- Arrive at the lodge Sunday afternoon, and depart the f
following Saturday morning
- All License fees
- Accommodations (2 people per room)
- All meals included while at the lodge and hunting sites
- Hunter:Guide ratio of 1:1 for moose or moose/bear combo;
2:1 for baited bear
- Passenger-van transportation to/from Deer Lake Airport
- Wilderness transportation pertaining to the hunt: pick-
ups/boats/motors/UTV & ATV’s/ ARGOs, etc.
- Cleaning and care of the meat and trophy
- Gratuities (hunter’s discretion)
- Hunting equipment, firearms and ammunition (we can
provide upon request and with 3-month advance notice)
- Arrangement and costs for travel and hotels (we can provide
advice and assistance)
- We will transport the meat and trophy at no cost to you to
the butcher and taxidermist. The cost of all processing and
shipping after processing are the responsibility of the
hunter
- For details on shipping of frozen meat and trophy, you may
contact Newfoundland Big Game Shipping at 1-709-651-
4427 (we can provide advice and assistance)
Your gear should include (but not limited to) the following:
- good pair of rubber boots about 15" high
- good suit of waterproof clothing
- pair of binoculars
- camera
Newfoundland offers likely the best hunting in the world for big game species such as Moose, Woodland Caribou and Black Bear.
- Our Moose has the highest population density in North America with trophies up to 1200 lbs.
- Our Woodland Caribou is the ONLY huntable herd in the World!
- Our Black Bear are typically twice the size of the average North America black bear weighing up to 680 lbs.
There are only a handful of locations worldwide that can rival our angling for the fishing enthusiast than right here!
Newfoundland is home to some of the best Atlantic Salmon, Brook Trout and Sea Run Brook Trout in the world! Our province holds 60% of North America’s best salmon rivers some of which, along with the world class runs of Sea Run Brook Trout in the world.
Frequently Asked Questions
Getting here is worth the trip. We are the most eastern province in Canada, found fairly close to the north east United States and just a few hours flight across the Atlantic Ocean from London, England. Many folks drive to North Sydney, Nova Scotia and take the ferry operated by Marine Atlantic, to Port aux Basques, Newfoundland. However, the more adventurous types may drive east through northern Quebec into Labrador. By land, by sea or by air – all three modes of travel can be used to get here. The travel information below will help you plan a trip to the far eastern edge of North America. GETTING HERE BY AIR:Newfoundland and Labrador is served by both scheduled airlines and charter services, and can be reached via national and international connections. Our province is home to two international airports – located in St. John's and Gander – as well as domestic airports in Deer Lake. These airports are destinations for many major airlines, including Air Canada, WestJet and United Airlines as well as the locally-owned and operated Provincial Airlines. Helicopter Charter Services are also available with Newfoundland Helicopters. Typically our clients fly into Deer Lake airport which is approximately 130 kms away from our location or Gander which is approximately 200 kms away from our location. GETTING HERE BY VEHICLE AND FERRY: Located at the most easterly edge of North America, Newfoundland and Labrador makes for a great road-trip destination. Most car travellers access the province by Marine Atlantic ferries, which operate between Nova Scotia and the island of Newfoundland. These super-ferries carry hundreds of vehicles and passengers to two entry points. There is a year-round, daily service between North Sydney, Nova Scotia and Port aux Basques, in southwestern Newfoundland. Once you cross the Atlantic you will be in Port aux Basques where you would follow the Trans Canada Highway until you reach our location in Springdale, NL (approximately 400 kms).
When traveling to Canada either by air or ground, there are a few basic things to remember. You will be required to clear through Canadian Customs regardless of whether you fly or drive. If flying, you will need to present identification in the form of a passport, or in some states an enhanced driver’s licence is acceptable. At customs you will be asked several questions about the purpose of your trip, the length of your stay, where you live, who you are hunting with etc. It is a very good idea to have some written verification (like a contract or a brochure from your outfitter, to show what your destination is. At this point, all alcohol, tobacco and firearms must be declared. This process usually goes quickly and you should soon be on your way. Remember thousands of travellers enter Canada each day and the process is relatively simple.
You are allowed to bring your personal firearms with you. This includes your rifles and/or shotguns . Archery equipment does not fall under these requirements and therefore has no declaration form. For your firearms, a simple one-page form (CAFC 909) is required to be filled out to obtain a temporary Canadian Firearms permit. Your Outfitter will likely provide this to you with your Hunt Contract if needed or you can download it from the “Forms” section at the NLOA.ca website. Completing this in advance should reduce your time clearing customs.
All funds are in US Dollars and payable to Island Safaris.
A deposit of 25% of the total hunt is required to confirm your booking date and to ensure the availability of a license.
Contracts will be issued on receipt of deposit.
Another 25% is required three months prior to the hunt and the remaining balance will be paid upon arrival at the hunt.
The deposit is non-refundable unless an alternate hunter is found to take your place at the full hunt price.
A fee of $1,565 U.S. is charged for a non-hunting member of a hunting party.
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