- Information
 Season to go is from September 1st – March 15th
For taxidermists and those with a collection of mounted birds, we offer a specialist trip that will enable them obtain a variety of new species. Iceland is the ideal location for such an expedition for there is a broad range of wildfowl and sea birds that share the same shooting season. Our first such trip took place last winter made up from a group of four taxidermists, each of whom was delighted in being able to gather between 10 and 12 new subjects.
The purpose of this type of trip is that the client can shoot an example of as many different species as required for their collection. This entails quite a lot of travelling, as we will visit several different places around the country in four or five days. For those who are seeking sea birds, we have the 25ft launch Somi 800 from which to shoot birds found offshore. At the end of the trip we have all export certificates prepared and ready, enabling you to take home your trophy capes. You are linked to the list of quarry species one is allowed to shoot in Iceland. From this you will be able to advise us which species would be of interest to you and a trip can then be organised around these requirements.
- Itinerary
Schedule
 Day 1:
At your arrival on the International Airport in Keflavík Iceland your guide is waiting for you. You drive to Reykjavík / stop at a hunting store if needed. Drive direct to the hunting lodge.
Day 2:
Duck/Geese shooting. Very early breakfast and then morning shooting. Lunch break, and then afternoon / evening shooting.
Day 3:
Duck/Geese shooting. Very early breakfast and then morning shooting. Lunch break, and then afternoon / evening shooting.
Day 4:
Duck/Geese shooting. Same. After Dinner driving back to Reykjavík for overnight guesthouse/hotel.
Day 5:
Shooting on the sea. After early breakfast the guide takes you to the Reykjanes peninsula where our captain awaits you at Keflavík harbour. Shooting from boat for various species of Seaducks, Guillimots, Razorbills, Shags and Cormorants. Packed lunch. In the afternoon back to Reykjavík guesthouse/hotel.
Day 6:
After breakfast our driver takes you to the International airport for flight back home.
Expected hunt: 5 to 15 birds pr. gun pr. day. ( picture from R.Schmidt )
Our company has access to the very best hunting areas in Iceland, so the choices are various. All transportation throughout the hunt is by fully equipped 4WD vehicles.
Shooting equipment
 You are permitted to bring into the country semi-automatic or double-barrelled shotguns. The most effective calibre for goose shooting in Iceland is 12 gauge. For semi-automatic shotguns the maximum is three cartridges. All types of suitable cartridges may be bought in Reykjavik.
Documents
Prior to your arrival please submit the following data: A photocopy of your local shotgun licence and local hunting licence and the type, make and serial number of your gun/s. This information is needed one month prior to your arrival.
Climate
For such northerly latitudes the climate is surprisingly temperate and iextremes of hot and cold are uncommon, thanks to the influence of the Gulf Stream. The average temperature in September in the south of Iceland is around 7°C / 44°F. In October November it is around 0°C / 32°F
Clothing
In spite of the relatively mild climate, you should bring warm clothing and, most importantly, quality rainwear and a windcheater. Please note: in the early morning while awaiting the arrival of the geese, temperatures may be below zero and one should dress accordingly.
Species:
Barnacle goose, Pink footed Goose, Greylag goose. ( White fronted Goose is now protected in Iceland )
Eurasian wigeon, Common teal, Mallard, Tufted duck, Scaup, Long tailed duck, Red breasted merganser.
Guillemot, Brünnichs guillemot, Razorbill, Black Guillemot, Puffin, Shag, Cormorant.
Ptarmigan.
Guillimot ( picture from R.Schmidt )
We are looking forward to welcoming you in Iceland and please feel free to contact us at any time for any further information needed.
* Please note there are plenty of activities in Iceland for non - hunting companions, such as , whale watching ,horse riding , snow mobile , sightseeing and more? please contact our office for further information.
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