Having been a hunting and fishing lodge owner for 25 yrs, I was very happy with all aspects of the hunt. Great country, lots of game, and extremely knowledgeable guides. Hunted with crossbow.

John

United States

10.0

of 10

Verified review

Jun 8, 2025

Hunt of a Lifetime!

10.0

of 10

Mountain Hunters New Zealand

Outfitter

What did we like? Everything!! Long before our (my wife and I) trip to New Zealand Brent made sure that we had all the detailed travel information that we would need for planning. We had many additional questions that were specific to us and Brent not only answered each question clearly via email but also FaceTimed with us. From the moment we arrived at the Masterton train station, we felt extremely welcome as our hunting guide picked us up and chatted with us as he drove us to the location of our accommodations. They showed us our private sleeping “cabin”, the house where we met up for the most delicious meals ever, and the lodge where we often hung out after hunts to visit and enjoy snacks and beverages. Huge shout out to Sarah and Tash who cooked all our fabulous meals and also helped us out with anything else we needed while we were there The hunting? We could not have imagined a better experience!! Jesse was our personal hunting guide and he went to great lengths to help us find exactly the sizes, colors, and species of the animals we were seeking to harvest. He went above and beyond in every way, even taking us out for sight seeing at the beach/lighthouse and to town one afternoon to pick up an extra cooler bag to bring more meat home with us. If you are looking for a high quality hunt in a friendly environment with amazing people, this is an excellent choice for you!!

What did we NOT like? Nothing. Loved it all!

Reliable

High Quality

Good Value for Money

Dennis

United States

10.0

of 10

Verified review

Sep 13, 2019

The hunt you hope and pray for!

10.0

of 10

Mountain Hunters New Zealand

Outfitter

Liked it all, it was the total package! Great people, great facilities, and oh yes great hunting. Would go back again in a heart beat!!

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Reliable

High Quality

Unique

Good Value for Money

Mark Hohnen

Australia

10.0

of 10

Verified review

Jul 29, 2019

What a trip!

10.0

of 10

Free-Range Hunting New Zealand

Outfitter

Amazing property with heaps of game. Hospitality was exceptional. Ollie is a great guide that provided an experience that catered for all different skill and fitness levels. Don't look anywhere else. Just book with these guys. You wont be disappointed.

The fact I had to go home.

High Quality

Richard

Australia

10.0

of 10

Verified review

Jul 29, 2019

Best NZ experience ever!

10.0

of 10

Free-Range Hunting New Zealand

Outfitter

Olly and Holly were amazing hosts and are a true example of NZ hospitality at its best. Food, hunting, incredible location and Tui the Deer dog all made for an experience of a lifetime - I am confident we will be rebooking for next year within the fortnight

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High Quality

Useful

Unique

Good Value for Money