The Arapawa sheep was introduced by explorer, Captain Cook in 1787. They bred extensively into this unique breed on the small island of Arapawa off the coast of New Zealand, hence the name. They make an unusual and attractive trophy, with many rams being taken by overseas hunters each year.

The Arapawa ram is mostly dark brown and black with white marking, with an average ram having 1 – 1 ½ curls on each side. A ram with double curls is considered exceptional, however this won’t always guarantee length as some heavy single curls can also carry good length.

These trophy animals can be hunted on our preserve or along the wild river flats.

A ram is an inexpensive addition to any hunt, and is an animal recognized by Safari Club International as a South Pacific Species.

We also have wild merino sheep available.
American Standards, with an excellent trophy being 100-120 SCI points.

HIGHLIGHTS -

• Beautiful rainforest scenery
• Pickup from Christchurch Airport
• Luxurious new modern cabin lodgings
• Wonderful meals
• Friendly, experienced guides
• Hunted all year round
• Monster preserve red stag, wild red stag, arapawa ram, feral goat
  and wild boar hunts right at your back door.
• Crystal clear blue river with world renowned brown trout fishing
• Paradise duck and black swan hunting after May 6th
• Turkey Hunting
• Night eeling - Can reach 3 ft long
• Horse-back riding
• Only 1 or 2 hunting groups on Haupiri Valley at a time, for your ultimate enjoyment
• Train ride after quest back to Christchurch from Greymouth through Arthurs Pass
  on www.tranzscenic.co.nz. 4 hour train ride is often considered best in the world.