Hunt one of the largest privately owned trophy red stag herds in New Zealand! Monsters roam this property ranging from 300-700 SCI points, and if you can put a successful stalk on them through the draws and gullies of the property then you may come home with one. Beyond hunting red stag, go after fallow deer, elk, European chamois, Himalayan tahr, ram, goat, and boar. Your guides are experts in the land, climate, and wildlife of New Zealand. They will help you navigate the terrain, climate, and wildlife to give you the best chance of success. If you have an interest in other outdoor sports, wingshooting and fishing may be available depending on the time of your visit.

The lodge is located in Wanaka. Because of this location, they have access to exciting touring options. There are so many activities to choose from that we have created five packages to help you choose from. These packages include activities such as jetboating, race car driving, spa time, bungee jumping, visiting wineries, cheese tastings, hiking in the Alps, flying through Fiordland National Park, hot air balloon rides, and touring cities. If you want a more extensive touring package than any of the five previously created, we can easily create it for you.

During your time in New Zealand, you will stay in a luxurious lodge tucked in the southern Alps. It has six king-sized bedrooms with either beautiful balconies or access to the flagstone courtyard. The lodge has a heated pool where you can spend your off time as well as a dedicated gun room. Your meals have been created by one of the top chefs in New Zealand and are prepared with fresh ingredients from throughout the country. You will not be disappointed while staying here!

The lodge is located a few minutes away from the hunting property so you will have only a short drive.

Your group or family will have the trip of a lifetime in New Zealand!

If you are in New Zealand from October – May, then you have the opportunity to fly fish! You will fish the pristine, clear waters of the Southern Alps. You will test your skills as New Zealand’s brown and rainbow trout create some of the most challenging fishing in the world.

You will be participating in spot and stalk fishing. You will have to use precise casts to catch these fish!

For even more exciting fishing, you can fly by helicopter to the most remote waterways in the heart of New Zealand backcountry. This is an extraordinary experience!

This property has one of the largest privately owned red stag herds in New Zealand! Because of how well they cultivate their land for this herd, you can find monsters here! They are often hunting for stag in the 400s.

Along with red stag, you can also hunt for fallow deer, elk, European chamois, Himalayan tahr, ram, goat, and boar. If you are in New Zealand from May to July, you will have the opportunity for wingshooting. This includes hunting for Mallards, Grey Ducks, Shoveller ducks, and Paradise ducks as well as Black Swans and Canadian Geese.

Your guides are experts in the New Zealand backcountry. They will navigate your stalks to give you the best chance of success. You will enjoy their easy demeaner and humor. You can expect them to become fast friends!

Here are the prime hunting seasons:

• Red stag: mid-March – May
• Fallow Deer: April – mid-May
• Elk: Mid-March – May
• European Chamois: May – Aug
• Himalayan Tahr: May – mid-July

Here are the general hunting seasons that the lodge is open:

• Red stag; February – August
• Fallow Deer: march – August
• Elk: mid-feb – August
• European Chamois: February – August
• Himalayan Tahr: February – August
• Ram/Goat/Boar: February – August
• Wingshooting: May – July

The lodge is open from late February to mid-August.

The lodge is reminiscent of a sleek Italian villa. Its dark grey exterior allows it to fade into the background as you take in the beauty of the surrounding Southern Alps. The outdoor sitting areas, whether it be the poolside lounge, flagstone courtyard, or balconies give you an unhindered view of the lush green fields in front of the lodge.

There are six king sized bedrooms with optional king bed or two twin beds. Three are upstairs with attached balconies and three are downstairs connecting to the flagstone courtyard. Each is well-appointed with comfortable, tailored furniture and bedding. Enjoy your en-suite bathroom.

The main living spaces consist of a seating area on the main level as well as small seating options found throughout the lodge, a dining room, heated swimming pool with lounge area, outdoor fireplace seating, flagstone courtyard, and dedicated gun room.

Your meals have been planned by one of the top chefs in New Zealand and will be hand crafted at the lodge. They use fresh New Zealand food to create your delicious meals. You will enjoy sitting in the large dining room and recounting the day’s adventures together.

Your flight destination is Christchurch, New Zealand which is located on the South Island.

New Zealand is the home of adventure activities. Because of this lodge’s location in Wanaka, you have access to some of the most amazing activities the country has to offer.  To help you to not be overwhelmed, we have created 5 activity packages that you can choose from:

1. Alpine Adventure:
   1. The Shotover, Kawarau and Dart Lakes, or Lake Wakatipu have made Queenstown world famous for jetboating. Start your adventure with a splash and pure rush of adrenaline as you jet across the breathtaking waterways around Queenstown.
   2. Race cars. Test your mettle at Highlands Motorsport Part – the Disneyland of adrenaline. This world-class motorsport park offers a 4.5km racetrack, a motorsport museum, go-kart track with single or tandem karts, and restaurant. A truly one-of-a-kind experience.
   3. Bungy Jumping. Queenstown is the world’s home of bungy. Choose between the orginial jump that started the worldwide sensation – the iconic Kawarau Bridge bungy – or New Zealand’s highest jump – the 134m Nevis Bungy.

2. Pure Pampering:
   1. We will organize a spa experience with professional therapists to suit your individual requirements. For a complete wellness experience, finish off your spa treatment with a relacing time in the hot tub or swimming pool.
   2. Find the ultimate relaxation in a secluded pamper area with private therapists, sheltered warm areas for massages, heated massage tables and champagne.
   3. Take a soothing escape with a facial to detoxify the body and leave your skin fresh and glowing.
3. Guided Gourmet:
   1. Your day will start at this lodge’s whisky distillery where you will sample a variety of spirits, before embarking on a private tour where you will learn about the entire spirit making process, from grain to glass.
   2. Wine Tour. You will go on a private tour to some of New Zealand’s finest wineries – tasting the special vintages while the vineyard owner describes their winemaking process.
   3. Old Cheese Mill. Experience a private cheese tasting in the historic Old Cheese Mill.

4. Sensory Scenery:
   1. Discover the true beauty of the Southern Alps with its stunning vistas and breathtaking views, an opportunity enjoyed by a select few.
   2. Milford Flight. Take a beautiful scenic flight from Queenstown, heading south towards the world-renowned Fiordland National Park, landing at an amazing alpine location before flying back through Glenorchy over Lord of the Rings
5. Rich Romance:
   1. Sunrise balloon. Start the morning by rising to 6000ft, drift with the breeze, and immerse yourself in the best panoramic views of Queenstown and the surrounding mountain ranges.
   2. Mountain-top Lunch. Located in high in the Southern Alps at a luxury lodge on a private station, Mountain Kitchen is New Zealand’s most remote and spectacular fine dining experience.
   3. Hot pools. Spend a candlelit evening taking in the dramatic views of the surrounding mountains and Shotover River while soaking in your own private, Japanese-style Onsen hot pool.

We also offer bespoke adventure packages. Talk to us about creating a bespoke package that ticks all the boxes! Whatever you are looking for, we’ll go the extra mile to ensure you get the experience of a lifetime in one of New Zealand’s most beautiful locations.

Wifi and cell service are available.