Frequently asked questions

Red Stag, Tahr, Chamois, and Fallow Buck, all fair chase in the Canterbury high country of New Zealand. If other species are of interest, let me know — if its available, we can arrange it for you.

The New Zealand hunting season runs roughly February through August.

Either works. If you'd rather not travel with a firearm, I can provide a rifle for your hunt — just let me know when we're talking through your trip and we'll sort out what suits you best.

Bringing a firearm into New Zealand as a visiting hunter involves an application and permit process through New Zealand Police before you travel. Requirements can change, so rather than list specifics that might be out of date by the time you read this, get in touch and I'll walk you through exactly what's needed for your trip and timeline.

Whatever your fitness level, we can build a hunt around it. Some species — Tahr and Chamois especially — are more physical than others, but I tailor the terrain and pace to who I'm guiding, not the other way around.

Additionally, my hunts can be made accessible for all via heli assist.

Tell me honestly where you're at and I'll plan accordingly — there's no fitness level that rules out a hunt with me, just different ways of getting there.

It depends on the hunt — all hunts are tailor made. Guiding, accommodation, meals, and logistics all get shaped around what you actually want out of the trip, so inclusions are personalised to your species, dates, and goals once we talk it through. Get in touch and I'll give you a straight answer for your specific hunt.

Not publicly — every trip is different depending on species, party size, and what you want built in, so I'd rather talk it through directly. Get in touch and I'll give you a straight answer for what you're after.

Yes. If you're bringing family or someone who isn't hunting, I can arrange other activities and experiences for them while you're out in the hills — just let me know when you enquire and we'll figure out what works.

Yes — I'm personally involved in every hunt we run. On some hunts I bring in one of a small number of internationally experienced guides I've hunted with for years and trust completely, but you'll always have my direct involvement, not a hand-off to someone you've never met.

Send an enquiry and I'll reply personally, usually within 48 hours, to talk through species, timing, and dates.