Single and multi-day hunting trips throughout New Zealand
Hunting in New Zealand typically falls into one of three categories: public land free range, private land free range, or safari park "fair chase" trophy hunting.
At Total Safari NZ, we predominantly focus on the first two types, but of late we now also have access to one of New Zealand's premier trophy hunting properties located in the beautiful Central North Island high country.
We are focused on providing hunts with ethical hunting practices, where a "hunt" is exactly that, animals have a fair chance of escape and the hunter's skills are put to the test. Hunting for kai (food) and enjoying the stunning locations is always our primary objective for our clients, but we also understand the thrill of chasing a large stag or boar for the ultimate souvenir.
Our strike rate for our customers is second to none and we put that down to experience, perseverance and a range of amazing hunting locations. Our single and multi-day hunting experiences throughout New Zealand target Red, Fallow and Sika deer and we also hunt wild boar, wild goats, and a range of small game and gamebirds (in season).
Our hunting packages can be, altered, combined or fully tailored to suit you or your groups goals, timeframe and budget. So get in touch with us to start planning your hunting adventure today!
All prices are in (NZD) New Zealand Dollars
Hunting with Total Safari
Our Hunting Trips
KAWEKA FALLOW/SIKA
DEER (DAY HUNT)
Price:$475 (per person price, Min 3 people)
$1000 (Solo hunter)
Available: February - March & July - Dec
Hunt type: Private land
Location: Puketitiri, Central North Island
A day hunting genuine wild Fallow and Sika deer for up to 4 people (hunters or Spectators).
This is a great option for people wanting to shoot their first deer, have private hunting lessons with professional guides, or just put some quality venison in the freezer. There is even a chance for those wanting to take a beautiful Fallow buck, Sika Stag.
Hunting is "fair chase" hunting block.
Farm tracks enable ATV access to different hunting areas. Spot and stalk into shooting positions, then recover animals.
Group and solo hunter Price includes:
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1st meat" animal per person - Does/hinds & Cull stags. (2 deer for solo hunter)
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Professional Guide(s).
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Rifles and equipment (if required).
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Use of ATV Vehicles.
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All field dressing and skinning of animals
(if required).
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Additional Extras:
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Extra meat animals $200 Upgrading your “meat animal” to a Buck/Stag
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Cull Buck (inclusive in meat animal price)
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Management Stag/Buck + $700.(similar to photo)
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Trophy Stag/Buck + $3500 - $4000.
WILD BOAR “PIG HUNT”
Cost: $850 Per day (up to 4 people)
Available: March - November
Hunt type: Public and Private land free range, Forestry.
Location: Wairarapa, Central North Island.
We believe the Southern Hemisphere wild boar is possibly the most challenging animal to hunt in New Zealand.
They are a real test of a hunter's skill and toughness. Not everyone is able to get in and “mix it” in the scrub with one of these beasts! At Total Safari NZ, we hunt pigs mostly up close and personal with dogs and knives.
A day of genuine kiwi, free range hunting for hogs, is the aim of the game here. We use a trained pack of specialist dogs and we probe remote locations to try and outwit one of these exceptional animals on their home turf.
The thrill of the chase and unpredictability of the hunt is one of the best and most addictive parts of pig hunting in New Zealand.
TROPHY RED STAG HUNT
Prices From $4500 per person
Available: Mid Feb - August
Private land/Safari Park.
Locations: Hawkes Bay
In New Zealand, the introduced Red deer have adapted well and are widely hunted on both islands of New Zealand. New Zealand Red deer produce very large antlers and are regarded as some of the best in the world by hunters.
Our 3-day Red stag hunts have our clients stalking the elusive Red stags in breathtaking scenery with local experienced guides.
Total Safari NZ offers Trophy Red stag hunting on a private land, world renowned hunting property in the Hawkes Bay).
Private land "fair chase" Trophy Park
from $4500 - Red Stag
Price includes:
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Professional guide(s).
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2 nights hut style accommodation.
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Meals and non alcoholic beverages.
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Transport to and from Wellington (if necessary).
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All equipment needed, including guns and ammunition.
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Preparation of any animals for butchery and taxidermy.
Extras:
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The experience can be customised to allow for extra days, extra people or other Deer species: Fallow, Sika, Sambar, Rusa. $POA.
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Larger Red Stags P.O.A
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Premium Lodge with private bedrooms available on request @ extra $500per person/per night)
2 DAY - KAWEKA SIKA & FALLOW DEER MEAT HUNTS
Prices from $650per person (Minimum 2)
Available: All year round
Location: Puketitiri, Hawkes Bay Region
Hunt type: Private land, Safari hunting park
This is our newest offering, targeting Sika, Fallow and Red deer in the beautiful Hawkes Bay high country. Total Safari NZ is proud to team with this world renowned trophy hunting property that produces some of New Zealand’s (and the world's) best Red, Fallow and Sika deer trophies.
Over 2 days, we can target “meat” animals, cull stags, or the trophy of a lifetime! Accommodation is provided with a rustic high country hut on the property, or for the more discerning client a 5 star lodge is also located on-site as well.
This hunt is perfect for beginners and experienced hunters alike and although this is a “High Fence” hunting park, the property is huge and targeting a certain type of animal can still be challenging.
Price includes:
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1 “meat” animal per hunter (fallow does or sika hinds + cull stags).
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Professional Guide(s).
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One night's "hut style" accommodation.
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All meals and non alcoholic beverages.
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Transportation to and from the hunting area if required.
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Rifles and hunting equipment (if required).
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Upgrading your “meat animal” to a Buck/Stag
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Cull Buck (included as a meat animal)
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Management Stag/Buck + $700.
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Trophy Sika Stag/Fallow Buck + $3500 - $4500.
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Premium Lodge with private bedrooms available on request @ extra $500per person/per night)
Wairarapa
Red, Fallow Deer & Boar
Price: $1100 per hunter
(Non hunters $200 per day)
Available: March - July & Sept- Feb
Locations: Wairararapa Region
Hunt type: Private & Public land, Farm & Forestry
Free range hunting at its best! This hunt sees us targeting Red & Fallow deer and also the option also of hunting wild pigs with dogs. No extra fees for extra animals or Stags.
Typically run from Friday to Sunday to give us multiple options of public, forestry and private farmland. But with enough notice we can possibly do week days over the summer months.
What our clients are saying...
Marc, March 2019
I’ve been using total safari for the last 3 years for trips and have advised on all trips what I would like to target, every trip has delivered results of pigs, deers, kingfish and endless fish.
Matt fully knows what he’s doing and I would highly recommend any of his trips and I can’t wait to book my next adventure with these guys...
Abrie, May 2020
Great day out with amazing guys. Awesome support and exhilarating experience.
An absolute must if you want to bag a beautiful animal and find yourself in the best scenery the North island can offer.
Shannon, 2016
Outstanding! Matt was an excellent guide with very in depth knowledge of the area and hunting in general. He was very professional and an excellent teacher when it came to showing a few of the lesser experienced lads how to stalk, dispatch and gut our kills.
Me and the boys can't stop talking about how much we enjoyed our trip and can't wait to start planning another one with the guys from Total Safaris NZ.
Eugene, 2016
Can I just express our thanks to Matt, Chris & Dean for a great hunting and fishing experience over a five day period. As well as being great guides you guys are great hosts with entertaining personalities. recommend you to anyone who wants a unique hunting and fishing experience where flexibility is not an issue with the clients end goal experience being paramount. You guys will be seeing myself and Daniel again for another great adventure.