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A premium trophy hunting escape in New Zealand's dramatic wilderness.
Our New Zealand hunting packages offer the very best luxury hunting lodges, hunting tours, and New Zealand experiences.
Explore the top hunting destinations on the North and South Islands. New Zealand is one of the world’s best hunting destinations, with high success rates and unparalleled scenery. Our New Zealand hunting packages are designed to showcase the best our country has to offer.
In addition, our New Zealand hunting packages are fully customisable. In other words, we recommend using the below itinerary as a starting point to get an idea of what is possible, and from there, we will work with you to craft the ideal custom itinerary.
Our recommended 10 Day New Zealand Hunting Itinerary is as follows:
Read on for full details of our 10 Day New Zealand itinerary.
Your exclusive New Zealand experience begins in Auckland, the gateway to the North Island. Pick up your rental car, get a glimpse of the city and make your way to your centrally located accommodation.
Driving time Auckland to Treetops Lodge, Rotorua 3.5 hours
Treetops Lodge and Estate is one of New Zealand’s most unique luxury lodge and wilderness experiences, located in the heart of a 2,500 acre carefully managed eco and wilderness park — a New Zealand wildlife safari. Hunting at Treetops is all about the quality of trophies taken in the field. Spot and stalk type of hunting applies. There are six species of deer, pigs and a healthy population of free range pheasants to harvest each year.
Seek adventure, test your skill, and take on the challenge of hunting wild game in its natural habitat. Let the thrill of the hunt overtake you as you stalk your prey through the pristine wilderness and expansive grounds of the estate. Fly fishing its also available, as is heli-fishing.
There are also myriad things to do for non hunters and fishers: eco-tours, mountain biking, heli sightseeing and wine tours, photographic safaris, horse trekking, spa treatments and much more.
Stay 4 nights at Treetops Lodge, Rotorua (extend your stay for a longer hunt).
Accommodation: Treetops Lodge Rotorua
Treetops head gamekeeper and guide Dave is a professional gamekeeper, and believes there is nothing that gives him more pleasure than to take a hunter, whether novice or professional and achieve their trophy animal.
He has extensive experience managing and working on privately owned estates in New Zealand, United Kingdom and the USA – all with an emphasis on the habitat, hunt and game management. Dave holds a Diploma in Game Wildlife and Habitat Management and a National Certificate in Game Keeping and Water Keeping. “To complement a great days hunting – is enjoying a New Zealand wine around the lodge fireplace. This is where lifelong friendships are formed sharing hunting stories.”
Treetops also has its own expediter – John Mitchell. John has been with Treetops Lodge for a number of years and has all the credentials as far as shipping, boxing and delivering trophies to ports all around the world.
Enjoy your second day of guided hunting at Treetops.
Accept the challenge of an unsurpassed experience… one fit for the record books. Match your strength and expertise against some of the world’s most sought trophy animals and discover the sweet taste of success as you rise to the challenge. Pursue your passions… seek what moves you… and experience an unparalleled hunting experience featuring some of the best hunting and game found anywhere on earth.
On your last day hunting at Treetops estate. Traverse the rolling swells of the countryside, verdant swaths of plentiful grassland, and expanses of native bush and unsullied wilderness as you search out that perfect moment.
Ascent to the top of the towering bluffs and get an eagle’s eye view of the valley and forest below. Enjoy the challenge and variety of this perfect setting, ideal for ‘spot and stalk’ hunting, whether on foot or on horseback.
Driving time Treetops Lodge to Poronui Lodge – 2 hours
Poronui is the ultimate luxury sporting retreat, a place where you can have fun and relax in the authentic New Zealand countryside. Located in the beautiful Taharua Valley on New Zealand’s spectacular North Island, the estate boasts some of the world’s best wilderness experiences. The scenery is breathtaking, the hospitality is second-to-none, but it is the attention to the little things that makes a stay here truly memorable. Immerse yourself in the lodge with a warm welcome, unforgettable experiences, passionate people, luxury accommodation and gourmet New Zealand cuisine.
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. Poronui Lodge is the spiritual centre of Poronui. It is here, pre-dawn, that hunters and guides gather in anticipation of the challenges ahead and trophies to be won. After the morning hunt, the lodge hosts a hearty brunch for returning hunters, who can then choose to relax here with a good book or coffee in front of the open fire. In the evening, guests gather here again to share stories over a dinner of outstanding local game expertly prepared in the lodge kitchen, and enjoy the genuine hospitality of Poronui staff.
Stay 4 nights at Poronui Lodge, Taupo (extend your stay for a longer hunt).
Accommodation: Poronui Lodge
As a New Zealand outfitter, Poronui Hunting offers superb trophy Red Stag hunting, along with Fallow, Rusa, Sambar, Chamois, Tahr and their speciality – Sika. You can also hunt wild boar, Arapawa Ram and Feral Goat.
Paddle in streams and crawl around fallen logs to get into the perfect position to take your shot. The terrain is challenging but achievable and the hunt is always exciting. The experienced guides are passionate and knowledgeable and will lead you on the adventure of a lifetime.
Enjoy another day of Trophy Hunting at Poronui today.
Poronui believe the experience of the hunt is just as important as the size of the trophy, and strive to exceed both expectations. Whatever your passion, guests talk of the magic of hunting in New Zealand – the breathtaking locations, the genuine Kiwi warmth, and the camaraderie they share with guides and fellow adventurers.
Make the most of your last day hunting at Poronui.
If you have already tracked your trophy down, you can add additional trophies or try to track down some elusive Tahr and Chamois to finish off your North Island hunting experience.
Driving time Poronui Lodge to Auckland – 4.5 hours
Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland is New Zealand’s largest city. Auckland is a multi-cultural urban oasis of food, music, arts and culture. It’s where sparkling waters and lush landscapes meet city sophistication.
In the evening, the fairy lights of Federal Street will lure you into some of the finest restaurants in Auckland or head down to The Viaduct, a food and drinks hub in central Auckland. The Viaduct area is a mecca for excellent restaurants and roof top bars with a relaxing outlook of the harbour.
As your unforgettable holiday draws to a close, soak in the views one last time before departing Auckland at your leisure.
As you begin planning your New Zealand hunting tour, read our answers to Frequently Asked Questions for more information. In addition, you can find more details about New Zealand hunting and fishing packages here.
If you want more time in New Zealand, we also offer a 14 Day New Zealand Hunting Itinerary.
Contact New Zealand Luxury Escapes today to begin planning the hunting trip of a lifetime.
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