Javan Rusa Stag Hunt (SCI 145-160)
Queensland, Australia
More about us
Our company was established in 1982 and operates in 2 territories.
- We take pride in our reputation for delivering top quality hunts and exceptional service. Whether you’re after an award winning trophy or a great value hunt, we will personally take care to live up to your expectations. Our family owned and operated business offers exclusive hunting at three exciting destinations: Kingham, Marble Island and Walker River.
- For over 30 years, we have been a leader in Australian hunting. Our clients have taken over 300 Gold Medal Trophies, including 126 top ten entries (more than double any other Australian outfitter).
- We are a family owned and operated business. Bill and his two sons, Andrew and James, are Safari Club International Master Measurers and long time SCI members. Collectively the trio has over 80 years guiding experience, successfully guiding hundreds of hunters from over 25 different countries, including 14 Weatherby Award winners.
About this hunt
Hunt at our safari lodge, nestled in the scenic mountain ranges of eastern Australia. See the unique native wildlife of this operating cattle ranch including Kangaroos, Wallabies and the reclusive Platypus and Koala.
We are famous for our huge rusa and looking at the SCI record book it’s easy to see why. 11 of the top 12 (including number 1) in the typical category and 9 of the top 10 (including number 1) in the non-typical category.
Appearance: The larger of the two rusa, the Javan rusa is a medium sized deer with a coarse grey-brown coat.
Weight: 110-140kgs (250-300lbs)
Height: 110cms (43ins.)
Antlers: 3 points per side with the second tine on the outside of the main beam.
Trophy size: Antlers have been recorded as long as 39 inches, though a mature male will average 33-35 inches. A good representative trophy scores around SCI 145.
Javan rusa have a clearly defined rut in June/July. During the rut they make a vocal roar with the occasional elk-like whistle. Battles between roaring stags can be vicious, with serious wounds inflicted. In the rut they will “tail” a female. Before and after the rut they gather in small bachelor groups. They feed in open or lightly forested country. With the hilly terrain we mainly spot and stalk.
Guided
(Regular trip)
Stalking
Rifle Hunting
| Hunting season: | Mar 1, 2025 - Aug 31, 2025 |
Where you will hunt
Territory
Our lodge uniquely situated in a remote mountain-valley at the head-waters of two major river-systems. It is close to Brisbane International Airport with daily access to LAX and DFW as well as many other international destinations, yet it is hidden from the outside world by the surrounding 100 000’s of acres of national forest.
| Fence type: | Partly fenced |
| Fence area: | 6 000 acres |
| Territory size: | 20 000 acres |
| Languages spoken by staff: | English |
| Operating since: | 1985 year |
Structure by elevation
Hills: 100%Structure by landscape
Fields/Bush: 50%, Forest: 50%Entertainment services
We are close to some of the most popular sightseeing destinations in Australia including the Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, the Croc Hunter’s zoo and the Great Barrier Reef.
Where you will stay
Hunting lodge
3 new bedrooms with ensuite have been added to our recently updated dining room and commercial-grade kitchen. Designed by well known local architect Jimmy Blackburne, they combine comfort with style. The rooms are spacious and feature local timber panelling and beams. Each has it’s own bathroom and central heating.
Bathroom
Electricity
How to get there
Navigation guidelines
We will meet you at the ariport.
| Nearest airport: | Brisbane |
| Distance from airport: | 150 km |
| Transfer from airport: | Yes |
| Transfer from railway: | No |
Other information
| Gun rental: | Yes |
| Vaccination required: | No |
Terms
Price includes
- Accommodation
- Transport on territory
- Transfer from/to airport
- Guiding by PH
- Field trophy preparation
- Gun rental
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Beverages/soft drinks
Price does NOT include
- Insurance
- Trophy shipment
- Trophy headskin preparation (fleshing out and salt-drying of hide, and boiling skull): deer headskin $200 each; deer full body skin $300 each; crating and delivery to Brisbane for reshipment $300 per shipment
- Hunting permit (Queensland) - $160
Cancellation
- Dates are confirmed by a deposit of 25% of hunt value. A further 25% deposit is required 4 months before commencement of the hunt. The balance is payable upon completion of the hunt.
- If you cancel your hunt more than 9 months in advance, your deposit is fully credited towards a future hunt of the same contracted value. If you cancel your hunt less than 9 months in advance, an immediate 50% loss of deposit will occur.
Wounding
Wounded animal is considered as harvested.Payment
Deposit
25% based on trip price
Deposit deadline: 15 days after booking
Final payment
Paid onsiteCA$11,337
*This is an approximate price in the selected currency. Actual price of the trip is US$ 8,300
This price includes:
Daily rate for 3 days
1 hunter
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