DIY CARIBOU HUNTS IN THE ALASKA BROOKS RANGE

DIY CARIBOU HUNTS in ALASKA

  • LOCATION: Alaska GMU’s 23, 25, and 26, flying out of either Fairbanks or Kotzebue, AK
  • HUNTING SEASON: July 25 – September 20 
  • GROUP SIZE: Three to six people per group, unless special arrangements are made.

2025 CARIBOU SEASON IS BOOKED

BOOKING NOW FOR THE 2026 & 2027 CARIBOU SEASONS

  • CAMP RENTAL/TRANSPORT: $7,500* per Hunter
  • TRANSPORT ONLY: $7,000 per Hunter 
  • YOUTH HUNTERS: $6,000* per Youth Hunter (1st Booking with UGA/AA if Under 16)
  • OBSERVERS: $6,000* per Observer

*Prices include up to a $500 Rebate when you purchase Trip Insurance.

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Now taking bookings for the 2026 & 2027 hunting seasons.

Alaska DIY Caribou Hunters packing out bulls.

UNGUIDED CARIBOU HUNTING IN THE ALASKA BROOKS RANGE

In August through the end of September, the caribou migrate from the North side of the Brooks Range, heading South towards wintering grounds. Our pilots will do their best to put you in caribou country that has a long history of being productive.

Choosing the right Transportation Service on DIY Caribou Hunts is a HUGE part of a successful hunting experience.

The herd size fluctuates, weather is always a challenge, landscapes change, regulations vary from year to year, and we’ve had land closures annually effect the areas we can access. As a hunting transport business, we do our best to work with all of these ever-changing variables to give you the best opportunity possible for the adventure you’re after.

Caribou bulls crossing a river.
Our goal is always to place you in the best possible location for success.

Ultimately, your success IS our success.

Our team is going to do its best for you to have a great opportunity at taking animal!

  • Trophy Quality: While this is an any-bull hunt, most bulls are of a nice representative quality, with a few record book bulls killed each year.
  • Success Rate: 60-70%
  • Opportunity Rate: 75-85%
  • Hunt Difficulty: This can be a physical hunt. Don’t expect a herd of caribou to walk right through your camp. Successful hunters get out and hunt.
  • Get a Wolf Tag! Although wolves tend to be elusive creatures, they are fairly abundant in the Arctic! Wolf tags are unlimited.
  • Small Game Hunting: Your Alaska hunting license allows you to hunt small game, including: ptarmigan, fox, coyotes, and Arctic hare.
  • Fishing:  Some of our camps end up on a lake, river or stream with Arctic char and grayling fishing. Bringing a small pole and a bit of light tackle might be a good idea.
  • Must be a US Citizen
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A happy group of three unguided caribou hunters getting ready to be flown out of the field in a float plane.

DIY CARIBOU HUNTS

Transport Only: Our basic package is “Transport ONLY.”  This means that you’re group will have to provide all of their own gear and food. If you choose this option, we will fly your group into caribou country, and pick you and your animals up at the end of the trip.

Transport + Camp Rental: If you don’t want to bring your own camp gear, you can upgrade your hunt to include the Camp Rental option. We can provide you with camp gear and equipment. Your group is responsible for setting up your own camp, and the camp gear is returned to town when your unguided Alaska caribou hunt is over.

Whichever option you choose, your trip includes transport of your group, one caribou per person and any other animals taken, in and out of the field. Additional flights will be charged extra.

DIY Caribou hunting camp
Most of our hunters choose to upgrade their hunt and add the camp rental package option.

DIY CARIBOU HUNTS WITH CAMP RENTAL

If you are coming up to Alaska for your unguided caribou hunt from the lower 48’s, it’s generally more cost effective and less hassle to rent the gear from us vs. paying for the baggage and bringing your own. Totally up to you, but we like to provide you with options to make your hunt experience the best and most hassle free that it can be.

The Camp Gear Rental Package provides all the “necessities” needed while in the field for your Alaska DIY caribou hunting adventure.

Please keep in mind:

  • If you required daily medicine, special foods, etc – you will want to plan accordingly and ensure you bring with you what you need.  We provide a “packaged deal” – we do not do substitutions.
  • Each hunter is limited to 75 pounds of personal gear and food per person. This also includes the weight of your weapon.
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