Wilderness Bull Tahr hunt
Otago, New Zealand
Our company was established in 2008 and operates in 1 territory.
- We provide a premier New Zealand hunting experience! We have access to some of New Zealand’s best trophy hunting terrain and a world class hunting guide to help you explore the country.
- We call it an ‘experience’ because there’s so much more to it than just a hunting trip, your adventure will include good old Kiwi family hospitality and an endless list of non-hunting activities. This is all made possible due to our location in Lake Hawea, only a short drive from the popular Lake Wanaka Resort and Queenstown, the bustling adventure capital of NZ.
- Barry Dodds (Doddsy) has been hunting all of his life; he’s been a professional guide around the region for years and has also hunted throughout Australia and South Africa - so he knows a thing or two about stalking trophy animals.
- Tony Dodds (Son, also known as Doddsy) has grown up hunting with his dad since he could walk. Tony loves to be out in the mountains camping out and stalking some of New Zealand's best animals on offer.
- To experience New Zealand hunting at its best, get in contact with Doddsy. He can take you on the trip of a life time, stalking the internationally famous red stag, or his favourite hunting prey – the Tahr. Both are in abundance right on the doorstep of his Hawea homestead.
About this hunt
Experience a hunt like no other- Bull Tahr hunting in the Southern Alps of New Zealand.
New Zealand is the only place Tahr hunting can be done freely, and only the Southern Alps hold them. They are the only other animal other than a Lion that has a mane.
We will use either a hunting cabin or a tent while out hunting these magnificent animals.
We do require a bit of fitness for this as the Tahr can be sometimes up high.
Guided
(Difficult trip)
Bow Hunting
Rifle Hunting
Mountain Hunting
| Hunting season: | Mar 1, 2025 - Sep 11, 2025 |
| Best time for hunting: | Apr 10, 2025 - Sep 1, 2025 |
Success rate: 90%
Where you will hunt
Territory
We have access to 100,000 acres of prime Tahr area near Mt Cook and rights to many other hunting concessions around the Southern Lakes to make your big game hunt successful and enjoyable.
| Fence type: | Partly fenced |
| Fence area: | 2000 acres |
| Territory size: | 100 000 acres |
| Languages spoken by staff: | English |
Structure by elevation
Hills: 50%, Mountains: 50%Structure by landscape
Fields/Bush: 50%, Forest: 50%Entertainment services
Fishing, Private jet boating along beautiful rivers, Visits to Queenstown to sample the shopping and unique night life, Wine tours, Sightseeing around the Lakes District, Helicopter and plane flights, Glacier walks and rain forest walks, Exploring Milford Sound, Farm tours, Visits to local pubs, cafes and shops
Where you will stay
No accommodation providedRecommendations:
Hunting cabin or tent
How to get there
Navigation guidelines
Pick up and drop off at Queenstown and Wanaka Airports is included in the packages.
| Nearest airport: | Queenstown and Wanaka |
| Distance from airport: | 50 miles |
| Transfer from airport: | Yes |
| Transfer from railway: | No |
Other information
| Gun rental: | Yes |
| Vaccination required: | No |
Terms
Price includes
- Transport on territory
- Transfer from/to airport
- Hunting license
- Gun permits
- Gun rental
- Ammunition
- Guiding by PH
- Field trophy preparation
- Trophy measurement
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Snacks
- Beverages/soft drinks
- Alcoholic drinks
Price does NOT include
- Insurance
- Laundry
- Housekeeping
- Gratuities
Cancellation
If you are cancelling after 2 months out we can refund the deposit, but if it is within 2 months we may not be able to fill that spot. You can however switch your hunt over to another year.Wounding
Wounding an animal is 50%. However we will do our best to locate it!Payment
Deposit
$1,000
Deposit deadline: 5 days after booking
Payment options provided by outfitter:
Bank transfer
PayPal
Final payment
Paid 3 days after huntPayment options provided by outfitter:
Bank transfer
Credit card
US$ 6,300
This price includes:
Daily rate for 2 days
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