Specialist hunting lodges can be found in both the North and South Island. Our select recommendations offer quality accommodation, locally sourced catering, professional guides and some of the countries most pristine locations.
Different species of deer can be found in hard antler practically year round in New Zealand. The main hunting is between late February and the beginning of August when Red Stag, Sika and Fallow deer are in hard antler. The rut commences mid March for Red Stags, followed a month later for Sika, Fallow and then Rusa.
Different species of deer can be found in hard antler practically year round in New Zealand. The main hunting is between late February and the beginning of August when Red Stag, Sika and Fallow deer are in hard antler. The rut commences mid March for Red Stags, followed a month later for Sika, Fallow and then Rusa.
Game Hunting - North Island Lodges
Poronui Lodge
Nestled in the secluded Taharua Valley, south-east of Taupo on New Zealand’s spectacular North Island. Poronui boasts some of the world’s best wilderness experiences, breath taking scenery, and genuine warm hospitality.
To sportsmen, Poronui is a supreme hunting lodge where they hunt majestic deer in a hauntingly beautiful landscape. Poronui Hunting offers superb trophy Red Stag hunting, along with Fallow, Rusa, Sambar, Chamois, Tahr and Sika. You can also hunt wild boar, Arapawa Ram and Feral Goat.
The main Lodge and seven individually appointed guest cabins have evolved from what was once a rustic fishing camp into one of the world's finest sporting lodges. The Lodge atmosphere is relaxed, and guests are well looked after by a team of friendly staff.
Nestled in the secluded Taharua Valley, south-east of Taupo on New Zealand’s spectacular North Island. Poronui boasts some of the world’s best wilderness experiences, breath taking scenery, and genuine warm hospitality.
To sportsmen, Poronui is a supreme hunting lodge where they hunt majestic deer in a hauntingly beautiful landscape. Poronui Hunting offers superb trophy Red Stag hunting, along with Fallow, Rusa, Sambar, Chamois, Tahr and Sika. You can also hunt wild boar, Arapawa Ram and Feral Goat.
The main Lodge and seven individually appointed guest cabins have evolved from what was once a rustic fishing camp into one of the world's finest sporting lodges. The Lodge atmosphere is relaxed, and guests are well looked after by a team of friendly staff.
Treetops Lodge
Treetops Lodge and Estate, is one of New Zealand's most unique luxury lodge and wilderness experiences, it is located only 20 minutes from Rotorua — New Zealand's famed thermal, cultural and lakes wonderland. This New Zealand owned Lodge is located in the heart of a 2,500 acre carefully managed eco and wilderness park.
Hunting for trophy red deer, sika, fallow, elk, rusa and samba along with pigs, pheasants, turkeys and possums will keep hunters of all abilities well catered for. There is also some spectacular fly fishing in the area, streams, lakes and heli-fishing for those wanting to mix it up during your time at the Lodge.
The ultimate in privacy is assured, with only 12 villas and suites providing peace, tranquility and ambience. Dinning at Treetops is a celebration of the finest local produce and wines, all served in a relaxed environment. Dining can be intimate, private, exclusive, formal or communal — the choice is yours.
Treetops Lodge and Estate, is one of New Zealand's most unique luxury lodge and wilderness experiences, it is located only 20 minutes from Rotorua — New Zealand's famed thermal, cultural and lakes wonderland. This New Zealand owned Lodge is located in the heart of a 2,500 acre carefully managed eco and wilderness park.
Hunting for trophy red deer, sika, fallow, elk, rusa and samba along with pigs, pheasants, turkeys and possums will keep hunters of all abilities well catered for. There is also some spectacular fly fishing in the area, streams, lakes and heli-fishing for those wanting to mix it up during your time at the Lodge.
The ultimate in privacy is assured, with only 12 villas and suites providing peace, tranquility and ambience. Dinning at Treetops is a celebration of the finest local produce and wines, all served in a relaxed environment. Dining can be intimate, private, exclusive, formal or communal — the choice is yours.
Game Hunting - South Island Lodges
Glazebrook Lodge:
Glazebrook is a vast private estate in the South Island of New Zealand. This premier sporting property offers an isolated and unspoiled experience in an authentic high country station. For those in search of the ultimate trophy, Glazebrook’s game estate offers over 3000 acres of extreme hunting, including trophy red stag and fallow buck. Chamois are hunted from the snow-capped mountain peaks, fully-guided and accessible by helicopter.
The hunting season begins in late February and continues to the end of August. Professional guides are high country specialists and work tirelessly to put you in the right place at the right time.
This is not casual hunting – whether you choose to hunt in the game estate or free range, the landscape at Glazebrook is a true test for a hunter. The high mountain valleys and mixture of grass, scrub and beech forest are ideal red deer habitat and there is simply nothing like stalking a roaring stag out in the tussock of a hanging valley. You will need to be fit to spot and stalk on the steep scree slopes of high country New Zealand, but it’s an experience you will never forget.
And at the end of a hard days hunting relax in our lodge nestled into a steep slope high above the headwaters of the Waiopahi River, and enjoy gourmet meals and fine wine. Try your hand at any of the outdoor activities on offer including fly fishing, field archery and target shooting, or simply absorb the deafening sounds of utter silence.
Glazebrook is a vast private estate in the South Island of New Zealand. This premier sporting property offers an isolated and unspoiled experience in an authentic high country station. For those in search of the ultimate trophy, Glazebrook’s game estate offers over 3000 acres of extreme hunting, including trophy red stag and fallow buck. Chamois are hunted from the snow-capped mountain peaks, fully-guided and accessible by helicopter.
The hunting season begins in late February and continues to the end of August. Professional guides are high country specialists and work tirelessly to put you in the right place at the right time.
This is not casual hunting – whether you choose to hunt in the game estate or free range, the landscape at Glazebrook is a true test for a hunter. The high mountain valleys and mixture of grass, scrub and beech forest are ideal red deer habitat and there is simply nothing like stalking a roaring stag out in the tussock of a hanging valley. You will need to be fit to spot and stalk on the steep scree slopes of high country New Zealand, but it’s an experience you will never forget.
And at the end of a hard days hunting relax in our lodge nestled into a steep slope high above the headwaters of the Waiopahi River, and enjoy gourmet meals and fine wine. Try your hand at any of the outdoor activities on offer including fly fishing, field archery and target shooting, or simply absorb the deafening sounds of utter silence.
Minaret Station:
Minaret Station privately owns a 50,000 acre parcel of wilderness providing guests with exclusive access to prime hunting territory in the Southern Alps. In addition to this Minaret Station holds independent concessions to hunt on conservation lands covering some four million acres including National Parks. The region’s terrain is nothing short of dramatic. Gently undulating lowlands are shouldered by steep ridges rising to permanent snow fields. Clearly defined vegetation zones separate densely forested hillsides, sub alpine scrubland and open mountain-tops.
The professional hunting guides at Minaret Station are committed to providing guests with a world-class hunting experience. Minaret Station guides are well acquainted with the terrain and game species in New Zealand. Many have also spent numerous seasons guiding internationally, bringing a wealth of knowledge to enhance your experience. Minaret Station guides are members of the New Zealand Professional Hunting Guides Association and are further trained specifically to exceed industry benchmarks.
Minaret Station privately owns a 50,000 acre parcel of wilderness providing guests with exclusive access to prime hunting territory in the Southern Alps. In addition to this Minaret Station holds independent concessions to hunt on conservation lands covering some four million acres including National Parks. The region’s terrain is nothing short of dramatic. Gently undulating lowlands are shouldered by steep ridges rising to permanent snow fields. Clearly defined vegetation zones separate densely forested hillsides, sub alpine scrubland and open mountain-tops.
The professional hunting guides at Minaret Station are committed to providing guests with a world-class hunting experience. Minaret Station guides are well acquainted with the terrain and game species in New Zealand. Many have also spent numerous seasons guiding internationally, bringing a wealth of knowledge to enhance your experience. Minaret Station guides are members of the New Zealand Professional Hunting Guides Association and are further trained specifically to exceed industry benchmarks.