New Zealand Red Stag & Tahr Hunt
Rifle / Bow | $17,500 USD Per Hunter | 7 days, 6 nights Fully Guided
1 450 SCI Red Stag
1 Bull Tahr
Red Stag trophies can be upgraded to larger SCI classes (500 or 550+) for the applicable trophy fee.
Overview
Our New Zealand Stag & Tahr Alpine Hunt combines two of the most sought-after species in the Southern Alps in one incredible adventure. This 5-day guided hunt offers hunters the opportunity to pursue a trophy Red Stag up to 450 SCI along with a free-range Himalayan Bull Tahr in the rugged mountains of New Zealand’s South Island.
The hunt begins on expansive private estates and hill country properties where strong genetics and ideal habitat consistently produce exceptional Red Stag trophies. These areas allow hunters to pursue mature stags in beautiful rolling terrain using classic spot-and-stalk hunting methods.
After the stag hunt, hunters venture into the breathtaking alpine terrain of the Southern Alps to pursue Himalayan Bull Tahr. These hunts are conducted free-range in steep mountain country, creating a challenging and rewarding mountain hunting experience.
With dramatic landscapes, world-class trophies, and experienced guides, this hunt offers one of the most exciting big game hunting opportunities available in New Zealand.
Region
New Zealand’s South Island is widely recognized as one of the world’s premier hunting destinations. Towering mountain ranges, vast private ranches, and exceptional wildlife populations combine to create an ideal environment for producing trophy animals.
The Southern Lakes region surrounding Wanaka and the Southern Alps offers outstanding Red Stag hunting along with access to some of the best Himalayan Tahr hunting anywhere in the world.
This region allows hunters to experience both classic stag hunting on large private estates and true alpine mountain hunting in the same trip.
The Hunting Area & Terrain
Hunters will pursue Red Stag on expansive private estates and hill country properties that offer excellent habitat and exceptional trophy genetics.
For Himalayan Tahr, hunters move into the steep alpine mountains of the Southern Alps where these animals inhabit rugged cliffs, high basins, and rocky ridgelines. These hunts are conducted free-range in true mountain terrain, often requiring careful glassing and strategic spot-and-stalk hunting.
Species Included
• 1 Red Stag up to 450 SCI
• 1 Himalayan Bull Tahr (free-range mountain hunt)
Red Stag trophies can be upgraded to larger SCI class animals for an additional trophy fee.
Hunters may have the opportunity to pursue additional species during their stay, including:
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Fallow Deer
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Arapawa Ram
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South Pacific Goat
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Chamois
Many hunters choose to add these species to their stag hunt to create a true New Zealand multi-species adventure.
See Package Details Below
Hunt Details
2026-2027 Hunting Packages Available
Duration: 5 hunting days / 4 nights
Weapons: Rifle or Bow
Hunt Style: Spot and stalk
Terrain: Rolling hill country, alpine basins, and mountain terrain
Season: February – August
Peak rut (“Roar”) period: Mid-March – Mid-April
Trophy Quality: Stags commonly range from 380–550+ SCI
Package Includes:
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Airport transfers
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Accommodation
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All meals and beverages
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Professional guiding services
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Rifle hire and ammunition
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Trophy fee for 1 Red Stag up to 400 SCI & 1 Bull Tahr
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Trophy field preparation
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Trophy transport to expeditor/taxidermist
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Apex Frontier Hunts brokerage service
PACKAGE DOES NOT INCLUDE:
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International airfare
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Helicopter time (if required – client responsible for 50%)
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Trophy shipping and taxidermy
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Gratuities for guides and staff
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Personal expenses
50% deposit confirms your booking
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