Hunting Rates and Information For more information contact:
Game Management
P.O. Box 630310
Lana‘i City, Hawai'i 96763
Phone (808) 565-3981
At the present
time, we offer year-round axis deer (chital) hunting.
The deer on Lana‘i were originally brought in
from India. A recent census puts the population on the Island at about
3,000 animals. These are magnificent animals weighing up to 279 pounds
live, and carry six-point antlers measuring up to 36" along the main
beam. Although polished antlers can be found year-round, the vast
majority of bucks display hard racks from April to November. The rutting
period usually occurs May through September. Axis deer venison is
excellent eating and meat hunters are welcome to hunt year round.
These are hardy animals and we recommend any accurate flat-shooting
caliber from 243 and up.
The terrain on the island is steep, rocky and bushy. Comfortable boots
with ankle protection are recommended along with tough jeans and a
light, drab colored, long-sleeve shirt. Some physical conditioning
is advised because the hunter will usually encounter hot, humid weather
and rough hiking conditions. Success rate for hunters with guide
is about 70% for antlered deer, 98% for does and spikes.
Rates Hawai'i State hunting license:
Non-Resident: $100
Resident $20
Fee for guided (1 day) hunt - $1000 per person. All hunters are required to have a Hawai'i Hunter Safety Certificate
(for Hawai'i residents) or a Certificate of Completion (for Hawai'i
non-residents).
Includes:
• Services of guide with a 4-wheel drive vehicle
• Light breakfast and lunch on day of hunt • Complete caping,
salting of hide or cape and cleaning • Loan of equipment - canteens,
pack boards, knives and day packs • Assistance in packing out
meat • Assistance in packaging antlers and meat for shipping
Rates subject to change without notice. Hunting arrangements
must be made in advance.
