We offer only the very best in fair chase free range hunting on exclusive private properties, where outstanding trophies are regularly taken. We also offer the finest game ranch hunts on our exclusive hunting estates, for all game animals in New Zealand. We don’t just hunt one small property therefore limiting our client’s chance of taking the largest trophies. The different species of game animals all have different requirements to grow the largest trophies, from climate to terrain. Also clients get the opportunity to see more of our beautiful country. All trophies are eligible for the SCI record book, plus each year we consistently take a number of Red Stags and Wapiti (Elk) Bulls that score over 400 SCI.
All out hunting in the South Island takes place on rolling to steep hill country, which backs onto the lofty peaks of the Southern Alps. In the North Island the country is rolling and easy to get around. A reasonable level of fitness is preferable and will make your hunt more enjoyable. We specialise in husband and wife teams and use only the best accommodation where you can enjoy first class meals and genuine Kiwi hospitality. When on safari we use our own lodges, our new one at Sherwood Downs and of course our lodge at Quartz Creek. In Christchurch we recommend our clients to stay at the Crowne Plaza Hotel.
Red Stag
We have the world's greatest red deer herds on offer. Native to Europe, red deer were first introduced to New Zealand in 1851 from top Scottish and English herds. With our mild climate, the lack of any predators plus widespread releases, they were soon established through the North and South Islands. The red stag can be hunted from late February through to the end of August. Many consider March and April the most exciting hunting, as this is when the ‘rut’ is on. The ‘roar’ of the red stag is enough to excite the most experienced trophy hunter.
Himalayan Tahr
Originally from the Himalayan Mountains of Asia, these magnificent mountain goats were liberated in New Zealand’s Southern Alps in 1904. Although both the bulls and nannies have horns, those of the bulls are much longer and heavier than the nannies.
However it is not just the horns that make a fine trophy but the lion like mane on the bull is every bit as important as good horn length. The Tahr has been designed by nature as the perfect extreme mountain animal with only the Rocky Mountain Goat challenging him as the ‘King of the Mountain’. The Tahr bound down the almost vertical rock bluffs, their hooves barely touching the rock, while we only can stand and watch in awe.
European Chamois
Native of central and southern Europe, the Chamois is one of the most graceful game animals to be found in New Zealand. Introduced in 1907, they are now found throughout the mountain ranges of the South Island. Of the antelope family, the Chamois has exceptional eyesight and has the ability to run effortlessly in the roughest terrain.
Both the Bucks and Does have horns but those of the female are normally thinner. The Chamois are a small nimble animal so don’t require a large caliber, but the rifle should be flat shooting with good optics.
The following animals are also available, contact me for information.
