Elk hunting in New Zealand has developed to the point where it now equals the best areas in the U.S.A for trophy quality. Elk bulls scoring 300 - 400 SIC+ are not uncommon. New Zealand Elk hunting is now a viable and economic alternative to the U.S.A. if you are after big bull Elk (Wapiti).

Elk were introduced to New Zealand in 1909. The original animals were a gift from President Roosevelt. The original herd of 20 Elk quickly multiplied and produced outstanding trophies for Elk hunters.

Today premier quality rocky mountain Elk trophy hunting takes place on private preserves in New Zealand. We offer Elk wapiti bulls as a quality hunt on our Haupiri Valley estate. The best time of year for Elk hunting in New Zealand is March - September.

HIGHLIGHTS -

• Beautiful rainforest scenery
• Pickup from Christchurch Airport
• Luxurious new modern cabin lodgings
• Wonderful meals
• Friendly, experienced guides
• Hunting from March/September
• 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.