How much does a guided elk hunt cost in Idaho?
By Quick answerA guided elk hunt in Idaho costs $5,950 at the median across 89 priced packages of 185 real listings from 48 approved outfitters, with prices from $1,050 up to $35,000 — before tag, license, and tip.
What a guided elk hunt costs in Idaho
A guided elk hunt in Idaho typically costs $5,950, with half of packages between $3,400 and $8,500.
From 89 priced packages of 185 across 48 outfitters, checked August 2026.
8 packages run higher, up to $35,000 — typically multi-day trips with lodging.
Full price breakdown
Guided elk package prices in Idaho, August 2026 — 89 priced packages
| Point | Price |
|---|---|
| Lowest | $1,050 |
| 25th percentile | $3,400 |
| Median | $5,950 |
| 75th percentile | $8,500 |
| Highest | $35,000 |
Why Wilderness Mule Outfitting tops the list
Its five-star average holds up across 35 reviews, not three enthusiastic ones — the ranking weighs a rating by how much stands behind it, and this one has real depth.
What that range actually buys
A few of these listings quietly doubled or tripled a per-hunter rate that already named the party size, and one outfitter's optional bear-bait add-on briefly read as the cheapest elk hunt in the state — it wasn't. The range above already sorts hunts from fees. At the top, a trophy bull priced by antler score; at the bottom, a real do-it-yourself listing with no guide and no camp. Most bookings land closer to the middle than either end.
What this page doesn't cover
No season dates or license rules are on file for this cell. Check Idaho Fish and Game directly before you plan around either.
How guided elk hunts in Idaho are hunted
- rifle 46 packages from $2,100
- archery 33 packages from $2,750
- muzzleloader 1 package from $3,000
Pricing reflects live GuidedHunts outfitter listings, last updated August 2026. Always confirm current pricing and availability directly with the outfitter before booking.
Top 6 of 48 elk outfitters in Idaho
- Lodging
- Meat processing
- Guide
- Meals
- Guide
- Meat processing
- Lodging
- Meals
How we rank: Outfitters are ranked by a credibility-weighted rating that blends each outfitter's verified Google star rating with how many reviews back it up — so a strong average from many hunters outranks the same average from only a few — then by the breadth of elk packages they offer (live inventory, last updated August 2026). Prices, ratings and review counts come straight from each outfitter's current listings — always confirm details before you book.
What's included in a guided elk hunt in Idaho
Across 89 guided elk packages in Idaho that list what they include, these come up most often:
- Lodging94%
- Guide82%
- Meals73%
- Transportation40%
- Meat processing36%
- Game recovery & pack-out17%
- Game cooler / storage8%
- License & tags3%
- Dogs1%
Inclusions vary by outfitter and package — always confirm what's covered before you book.
What hunters say about elk outfitters in Idaho
40 elk outfitters in Idaho carry 821 Google reviews averaging 4.70 — including 60 at three stars or below.
Sourced from Google · most recent review .
| 5 stars | 736 | |
|---|---|---|
| 4 stars | 25 | |
| 3 stars | 6 | |
| 2 stars | 7 | |
| 1 star | 47 |
Amon and his team of guides are top notch! They treat you like family and know the area like the back of their hand!…
I cannot begin to describe how amazing my experience with Wilderness Mule was this past season. First of all, battling through adversity just to be able to host this trip (record forest fire). A+ customer service A+ amenities A++ culinary experience Was put on a wall hanger elk on day one…
5 out of 5. Mike Ibrahim · Wilderness Mule Outfitting ·
Absolutely the most amazing experience. True heaven on earth. The wildlife is abundant and location is beautiful…
5 out of 5. Tricia Doughty · Rocky Mountain Elk Ranch ·
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