Safari Packages
Experience Overview
The Kamchatka brown bear (Ursus arctos beringianus) is the largest of the brown‑bear subspecies. These bears inhabit dense alder thickets, volcanic mountains and rich salmon rivers on Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula. Adult males can exceed 3.3 metres and weigh over 400 kilograms, making them a premier trophy for hunters seeking a big‑bear adventure. LWSG has been hunting in this region for two decades; their partners in Russia meet you in Moscow, assist with firearm clearance, organise domestic flights to Petropavlovsk and accompany you to camp. Spring and fall hunts are rugged and rewarding, combining snowmobile or river‑based travel with on‑foot stalking.
Kamchatka’s volcanic landscape,steaming cones, lush forests and deep rivers, enhances the allure of bear hunts. Spring hunts (15 April – 15 May) occur when bears emerge from dens and feed on roots and carrion. Guides travel by snowmobile to locate fresh tracks on lingering snow and then stalk on foot for a close shot. Autumn hunts (20 August – 30 September) coincide with the salmon spawn; hunters float or walk along rivers to intercept bears gorging on pink and chum salmon. Kamchatka’s brown bear population is healthy and strictly managed; outfitters receive quotas and must accompany all hunters, and revenue from licenses supports local communities and conservation. Non‑hunters can enjoy hot springs, whale‑watching or combination hunts for snow sheep or moose.
Packages at a Glance
| Package | Duration & Focus | Key Features | Price* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kamchatka Brown Bear Hunt | Duration not specified (spring and fall hunts are offered); hunt the Kamchatka brown bear in Russia’s Far East | Includes 1×1 professional guide service; license, tag fees, CITES permit and vet certificate; interpreters; transportation to camp; meals and lodging during the hunt | $19 999 per hunter. Price may change without notice. Excludes international flights to Moscow, lodging and meals before/after the hunt, final trophy preparation and shipping, personal expenses and gratuities. |
| *Prices exclude international airfare, domestic flights, shipping of trophies and other optional add‑ons. See “What’s Not Included” for details. | |||
| Package | Kamchatka Brown Bear Hunt |
| Duration & Focus | Duration not specified (spring and fall hunts are offered); hunt the Kamchatka brown bear in Russia’s Far East |
| Key Features | Includes 1×1 professional guide service; license, tag fees, CITES permit and vet certificate; interpreters; transportation to camp; meals and lodging during the hunt |
| Price* | $19 999 per hunter. Price may change without notice. Excludes international flights to Moscow, lodging and meals before/after the hunt, final trophy preparation and shipping, personal expenses and gratuities. |
| *Prices exclude international airfare, domestic flights, shipping of trophies and other optional add‑ons. See “What’s Not Included” for details. | |
Seasonality & Timing
Spring hunts typically run from 15 April to 15 May. Bears are emerging from dens; guides use snowmobiles to track them across lingering snow before stalking on foot. Autumn hunts occur from 20 August to 30 September during the salmon spawn; hunters walk or float rivers to intercept feeding bears. Another outfitter notes that the spring season opens on 11 April and closes on 25 May, with the best dates around 20 April – 10 May. A .300‑magnum‑class rifle is recommended for the thick‑skinned quarry. Cold weather gear and layering are essential; spring hunts involve snowmobiles, while fall hunts use boats and spot‑and‑stalk techniques.
What’s Included
Common inclusions across packages:
- Professional guide service (1×1) with Russian and English‑speaking staff
- License, tag fees, CITES permit and veterinary certificates
- Assistance in Moscow with firearm clearance and coordination of domestic flights
- Transportation to camp (road or snowmobile depending on season)
- Meals and lodging during the hunt
- Trophy fee for one brown bear and field preparation of trophies
Not Included:
- International flights to Moscow and airfare to Petropavlovsk
- Lodging and meals before or after the hunt
- Final trophy preparation and shipping to the final destination
- Veterinary certificate and crating/shipping fees (if not included in your package)
- Alcoholic beverages and personal expenses
- Visa, invitation papers and gun import/export permit (approx. $300)
- Helicopter transfers to camp (if required) and overweight baggage fees
- Rental firearms ($400) and ammunition costs
- Gratuities for guides and staff
Package prices are for single bear hunts and exclude trophy shipping, airfare and optional add‑ons. Additional bears or observers can be added for an extra fee. Prices and regulations may change; please inquire for current details.
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Kamchatka Brown Bear Safari Hunt
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