Nunavut Muskox Hunt 10278

This Nunavut Muskox Hunt takes place on Victoria Island, widely known as the “Muskox Capital of the World.” Southern Victoria Island alone is home to an estimated 30,000 of these prehistoric animals, with the total island population reaching around 45,000. Safari Club International classifies all island muskox here as the “Greenland” subspecies, and this is the only area in Nunavut where they can be hunted during the late summer months of August and September. For hunters looking to avoid the extreme cold of spring or late fall, this timing offers a more comfortable and accessible experience.

This outfitter has been operating in the region since 1995 and has maintained a remarkable 100 percent hunter success rate. Hunts are conducted along the southern coast of the island, from Cape Peel to Mount Pelly, with travel to the hunting grounds done by boat—typically a 4 to 6 hour ride from the village of Cambridge Bay. From there, you’ll explore the inland tundra on foot and by ATV, using spot and stalk tactics to locate bulls. Whether you’re using a rifle or a bow, hunters can expect consistent encounters and high-quality opportunities. Most bulls taken qualify for both the Pope and Young and SCI record books.

Accommodations are a mix of tents and cabins, depending on the location of the game. The flexibility of boats and mobile camps allows guides to move quickly along the coast to where the muskox are concentrated. With daily sightings often ranging from 30 to 40 animals, and experienced guides managing every aspect of the hunt, this is a world-class opportunity for those in pursuit of a Greenland muskox in a truly remote and beautiful setting.

Accommodations: Cabin/Tent
Trophy Class: Mature Bulls
Weapon: Rifle & Archery
Style of hunt: Spot & Stalk
Public Land
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Extreme Physicality
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