Australian Hunting Consultants

NEW ZEALAND NORTH ISLAND OPTION

Come and experience some of the finest red stag hunting available in the world. Also this outfitter/guide has huge fallow bucks, sika deer, wild ram and wild goat all in the "hunters paradise" that is the New Zealand bush!

Hunting

Hunting is spot and stalk and is mainly done on foot , although a quadbike can be used on some areas of the property. The elevations range from 500ft to 2000ft so a moderate level of fitness will assist your hunting opportunities. The landscape is a mixture of mountainous terrain , bush clad slopes and wide grassy meadows.

Your guide has a lifetime of experience hunting and fishing in the New Zealand outdoors and is a member of the New Zealand Guides Association. Small game hunting is also available.

Red Stags in velvet

Accommodation

There are 3 accommodation options available.

1) A comfortable bush cabin is situated within the hunting area, right in the middle of the action! It is equipped with bedroom, bathroom, electricity and an outside toilet.

2) Or you can choose to stay in a comfortable farm cottage surrounded by beautiful gardens just a few miles from the hunting area. This is recommended should you choose to travel with your partner.

3) A beautiful log house is situated at the foot hills of the Tararua Ranges. Your friendly host can provide extra activities like horse riding. This accommodation is situated approximately 50 minutes from the hunting area, transport to and from the hunting area is provided.

All food and beverage is provided with all 3 options. Enjoy world famous New Zealand produce including venison, beef and lamb topped of with award winning New Zealand wines.

Getting there

You simply take a connecting flight to Palmerston North Airport where your guide or one of his representatives will meet you. Connecting flights can be made from either of New Zealand's North Island International Airports.

What to Bring

A good sturdy pair of hunting boots, binoculars, torch sleeping bag, camera, day pack, rifle ( 270cal minium) cold weather cammo clothing, some wet weather clothing is advisable and your personal effects.

Seasons

The hunting season runs from March to mid August, with the roar (rut) being from the end of March through April. This is autumn in the Southern Hemisphere and temperatures can vary from below freezing overnight to around 15c through the day.

The roar (rut) is the most exciting time to hunt red stag's. When the stag's are in full voice calling their challenge to rivals and fighting to keep their harem of hinds.

Prices

SPECIAL 2007 SEASON 4 DAY PACKAGE (includes).

* 1 Red stag silver medal 275-310 S.C.I.

* 4 days hunting.

* All licences and permits.

* Small game hunting.

* Pick up and return to Palmerston North Airport.

*All meals and beverages.

* 4 Nights accommodation (Farm house or bush cabin).

All this for only US$ 4,000.00

Standard Prices

Daily rate per hunter.....US$ 325.00 per day.

Non hunter...................US$ 100.00 per day.

The daily rate covers the hunt costs of all meals and beverages, pick up and drop off at airport, accommodation, guiding, licenses and permits.

Red stag trophy fees

Red stag silver medal 275-310 S.C.I ....US$2,700.00

Red stag silver medal 311-330 S.C.I ....US$3,700.00

Red stag gold medal 331-350 S.C.I .....US$5,300.00

Red stag super gold 351+ S.C.I add $1,000.00 for every 10 S.C.I points.

A Huge Fallow Buck

TROPHY QUALITY

When hunting red stag it will be the responsibility of the guide to judge the stags score correctly and if a stag is taken that scores higher than estimated by the guide you will not be required to pay the additional trophy fee.

Other species trophy fees

Sika deer..........US$3,500.00

Wapiti from.......US$3,000.00

Fallow deer.......US$2,000.00

Wild goat............US$500.00

Arapawa sheep....US$500.00

A deposit of 50% of the total hunt cost will secure your booking. The balance is payable to your guide upon arrival at the hunting area. All prices are quoted in US dollars and include the New Zealand Government 12.5% Goods and Services Tax (GST).

Not Included in the Price

Air fares from your home to Palmerston North Airport, packaging and shipment of your trophies to your home or Taxidermist of your choice, gratitudes to your guide or his staff, any of your personal items.

Insurance

Whilst all reasonable care is taken during your stay, hunting is a potentially hazardous sport and your guide or his staff cannot be held liable for any loss or injury that may occur during your hunt. We strongly advise all our clients to take out suitable travel insurance prior to leaving your home.

Summary

You will be totally amazed by the quality and number of red stags on this property. A hunt during the Roar (rut) will truly be a hunt you will never forget. Mix this with the fantastic Kiwi hospitality of your guide and his staff, the wonderful scenery and food and it really doesn't get much better than this. What are you waiting for? Contact us to book a hunt today!

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