There are many different states and locations to choose from when searching for a guided deer hunt provider. If you are looking for a large Whtietail Buck, Iowa should definitely be one of the top states you consider for your guided hunt.
First off, there are a ton of great providers at fairly reasonable prices. Most of the providers offer many different kinds of hunts as well to keep you occupied if you get a huge Buck the very first day! Many times you can book a deer/pheasant or deer/turkey hunt during the same trip. In addition, most of the providers are "mom and pop" operations that make you feel right at home. Often times you are staying in a guest house or lodge that is located right next to the outfitters permanent residence. In addition, although it may sound goofy, people in the Midwest are down to earth, nice people. Each outfitter wants to make sure you return the next year so they will do everything in their power to make sure you are having a great time on your Iowa guided hunt.
The most difficult part about an Iowa Deer Hunt is getting approved for the license; many times it can take two or three years to get approved for an out of state Iowa deer license. In my opinion, the licensing process is what make a guided deer hunting in Iowa so great. There are definitely some barriers to entry but I believe the licensing process "weeds out" hunters that are not serious about getting a big Buck. At the end of the day, I think it is worth a possible one year wait if you end up with a 12 point Buck and an experience of a lifetime!