Island Hunters
An extension of HGTV's popular "House Hunters" franchise, "Island Hunters" showcases some of the world's most unique and exotic properties as potential buyers tour three island properties before picking one to purchase or rent.
- 2013-2019
- 5 seasons
- Discovery Family Channel
- Action & Adventure, Reality
- TV-G
An extension of HGTV's popular "House Hunters" franchise, "Island Hunters" showcases some of the world's most unique and exotic properties as potential buyers tour three island properties before picking one to purchase or rent.
Season 3 Episode Guide
16 Episodes 2016
Episode 1
Taking Things to Hvar
Sun, Jul 24, 2016 21 mins
Kirk, an avionics engineer, and Kimmy, a fashion designer, got married a year ago. With their one-year anniversary on the horizon, they're looking to take a second honeymoon. Drawn to the historical landmarks and the beautiful Adriatic Sea, the couple has reached out to Private Islands Inc to find a unique island rental off the coast of Croatia.
Episode 2
Carting Off to Cartagena
Sun, Aug 14, 2016 21 mins
Betsy visited Colombia over ten years ago and fell in love with the country. Now that she's engaged to her fiancée Andy, she's hoping to expose him to unique culture and natural beauty of the South American nation. The couple have set a budget for $9,000 for a week long vacation and have reached out to Private Islands Inc to find a unique island rental property to help turn their Colombian dreams into reality.
Episode 3
From Sea to Shining Sans Souci
Sun, Aug 7, 2016 21 mins
Will & Sydney have enjoyed spending summers in Georgian Bay with their two children. Now they're ready to take the plunge and purchase their own island in the Sans Souci region of the bay. With a budget of $1.5 Million, and the help of Island Expert Chris Krolow of Private Islands Inc, Will & Sydney have set sail in search for their dream vacation island.
Episode 4
East Coast-ing Along
Sun, Jul 17, 2016 21 mins
Emmy nominated television legend John Amos has partnered with his friend Pauly to create a run the Halley's Comet Foundation, a children's charity camp that teaches at risk inner city youth how to sail. With the charity up and running, they're looking to purchase an island that can act as a campground for the program, while also acting as a destination for their investors to visit. With a budget of up to $20 Million, they've joined up with Island Expert Chris Krolow of Private Islands Inc to find the perfect island on the east coast of the United States.
Episode 5
Black and Bluefields
Sun, Jul 10, 2016 21 mins
Ken, a retired pharmacist, holds several rental properties in South Florida, He's ready to sell everything he has and go all in on purchasing an island off the Caribbean coast of Nicaragua where he can live and operate a resort. Ken has invited his property manager, Gwyn, to join him as Island Expert Chris Krolow of Private Islands Inc shows off islands that can fit within his $1 Million dollar budget.
Episode 6
Monkeying Around Granada
Sun, Aug 7, 2016 21 mins
Husband and wife, Kim and Tammy, are homeowners from Santa Barbara, California. They have become obsessed with the idea of trading up and owning a whole island. Having vacationed on Lake Nicaragua before, they know they can find a luxurious island within their $1 Million budget, so they've sought out the help of Island Expert Chris Krolow of Private Islands Inc to secure them the perfect monkey-filled Nicaraguan island.
Episode 7
Good Reef
Sun, Jul 10, 2016 21 mins
David & Kathy have been married for nearly 20 years and have spent the last six of those managing several beach homes in Belize that they rent out to vacationers. But now, they're looking to upgrade their portfolio by selling everything and purchasing a private island off the Caribbean coast of Belize that they can operate as a resort hotel. With a $7 Million budget for the purchase and renovation, and the assistance of Island Expert Chris Krolow of Private Islands Inc, this couple will set sail and shop for the perfect private island.
Episode 8
An aFjordable Island
Sun, Jul 31, 2016 21 mins
Seattle native Duane has decided to relocate to Chile to pursue his dream of living in the beautiful mountainous fjords of Chilean Patagonia. In order to promote his passion for the region, and make a living, he's looking to invest in one of the huge islands in the region and has asked local Barbara to partner up. Now with a purchase budget of $10 Million dollars, and the assistance of Island Expert Chris Krolow of Private Islands Inc, he will traverse the majestic lakes and protected Pacific harbors of this South American nation to look for the perfect private island.
Episode 9
Don't Stop Beliezin
Sun, Jul 24, 2016 21 mins
Jill and Shawn meet on a Caribbean cruise over twenty years. Now married with children, these Ohio natives want to share their love for Belize with friends and family and have decided to purchase their own private island on which they can build an elaborate vacation home. With a budget of up to $1 Million for purchase and construction, they've asked Island Expert Chris Krolow of Private Islands Inc to join them as they look for an island that's close enough to the mainland to be accessible but also far enough out so Shawn can easily pursue his favorite hobby: Deep Water Fishing.
Episode 10
The Last Resort
Sun, Jul 17, 2016 21 mins
Tom and Gerry Lou were natives of Saskatchewan, but when their adult children decided to move away to Australia, these empty-nesters decided it was time to pack up and pursue their dream of living on an island. They've set their sights on the Republic of Vanuatu, located about two hours west of Australia, so they can remain close to the family. With a budget of up to $3 Million for purchase and construction, they've asked Island Expert Chris Krolow of Private Islands Inc to join them as they search for an island that not only fits their criteria but might inspire them to think bigger!
Episode 11
Just Didgeridoo It!
Sun, Jul 31, 2016 21 mins
John and Doris, partners in life and business, have run a successful hotel in Queensland Australia for over ten years. Looking for a new challenge, they've decided that the time is right to expand the business to a new property on one of the many private islands near the world famous Great Barrier Reef. They've asked Island Expert Chris Krolow of Private Islands Inc to help them find an island that fits their $6 Million budget and hopefully includes an airstrip for easy access to and from the mainland.
Episode 12
Making a Splash in Panama
Sun, Aug 28, 2016 21 mins
After meeting at an engineering college in the Netherlands, Sid and Reinoud decided to go into business and created a scale-able water desalination system to sell to the world. In order to demonstrate the capabilities of their system, the Dutch Duo have raised $7 Million dollars from investors and are looking to purchase a private island that can serve as a showcase for the system and house a boutique resort. With the help of Island Expert Chris Krolow of Private Islands Inc., these business partners will journey up and down the Pacific coast of Panama in search for an island that fits their very specific needs.
Episode 13
Miller Time in Ontario
Sun, Aug 14, 2016 21 mins
Ray and Julie have vacationed in Ontario's Georgian Bay for years, but now they're ready to stop the summer rentals and purchase their own family compound on one of the many private islands in the area. They've asked Island Expert Chris Krolow of Private Islands Inc. to help them find an island that fits their eight hundred thousand dollar budget AND their large family.
Episode 14
Canadian Island Envy
Sun, Aug 28, 2016 21 mins
After assisting his best friend pick an island on "Island Hunters" (episode 120), Jaffe has been bitten by the island bug and is now looking to purchase his own property in Canada's Lake Nippissing. With the help of Island Expert Chris Krolow of Private Islands Inc, Jaffe has traveled to Ontario with his son Alex to track down the perfect all-weather island.
Episode 15
Going Supernova Scotia
Sun, Sep 4, 2016 21 mins
Stephanie is a published author currently living in Carmel, CA. With a budget of $2.5 million, she starts her hunt in the quaint town of Lunenberg, Nova Scotia, before setting sail in search of her perfect private island.
Episode 16
Going to the 49th State for the 49th Episode!
Sun, Sep 4, 2016 21 mins
Scott and Karen have decided to relocate their business to Sitka, Alaska, which is only accessible by plane or boat. They're looking for a unique island home that can house their extended family and all of their diving equipment.
