Once I decided that
the fly-in option was for us I began researching all of the float plane
companies on Kodiak. There are a number of reputable companies all with great
reviews. I contacted all of the companies and had lengthy conversations with each
of them getting to know them personally as well as getting a feel for their
business.
My questions included things like:
- How long have you been in business?
- Do you have references I could contact?
- Where are some of the locations you drop hunters off regularly?
- What are your fees and weight limits?
I was able to get a
ton of great information from them as well as get a feel for their
personalities and how they run their operation. Most of them have similar rates
and weights limits, however, if your group is going to have more than two
hunters, there are only a few companies with large enough planes for 3-4 hunters
plus equipment loads.
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Pricing
The further you get away from the town of Kodiak the
higher the cost of the float plane. Prices vary year to year and ranged from
$500 to $2,000 round trip. The prices are a flat rate for the plane ride not
per person so the best way to save cost is to have a buddy or two to split it
with.
Rules & References
The Alaska Department
of Fish and Game has strict guidelines about the roles of Hunting Guides and
Transporters and transporters are not permitted to provide hunters with
information about hunting locations.
They can provide you with information about areas that have been popular
for hunter drop-offs in the past and they will often put you in contact with
hunters who they have provided service to in the past. I took advantage of the offer for some
personal references which turned out to be one of my best resources. I based my decision for a transport provider
on the personal conversations’ I had with them as well as the information their
references provided.
I am surprised to know that there are different airlines that cater hunter only. Why you people do not go on common airlines?. Do you guys carry huge amount of hunt with you on your way back?.
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