Expeditions · St James
Horse Assistance for Hunters
Packhorse-supported hunting trips into the remote backcountry.
2+ daysDuration
Custom routeDistance
ExperiencedDifficulty
EnquirePrice
10+Minimum age
110 kgMax rider weight
01
Pack In
Meet, load the packhorses and ride into your chosen backcountry camp. We carry the gear and set the camp.
02
Hunt & Base
Hunt from a supported base camp with hot meals and dry shelter. Stay as long as the trip is planned for.
03
Pack Out
Break camp and ride out — game and gear packed on the horses.
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Pack support
Your gear in,
your game out.
A loaded string working its way down the valley. However deep the camp is, the horses carry the weight — in and out.
Packed by hand,
carried by horse.
What’s in the saddlebag
Included
- Experienced private guide on every trip
- Well-trained horses matched to your level
- Western saddles & tack, helmets
- Canvas tipi tents with wood stoves
- Sleeping mats & all camp equipment
- Camp breakfasts & dinners, hot drinks
- Pack horses for your gear
- First-aid kits & satellite comms
Bring your own
- Lunches & snacks for riding days
- Sleeping bag (alpine-rated; rental available)
- Waterproof jacket & sturdy footwear
- Warm layers (nights near 0°C)
- Transport to the trailhead (self-drive)
