Poronui is home to some of the best red stag hunting in New Zealand, yet it’s also a unique hunting destination due to the extra species available. Add a sika, fallow, or rusa stag to the list while you’re here. There’s also the opportunity to shoot an Arapawa ram or feral goat. South Island property Glazebrook attracts hunters to do a North Island / South Island red stag combo hunt, with the option of adding chamois or tahr.
We believe the experience of the hunt is just as important as the size of the trophy, and we strive to exceed both expectations. Choose from a range of accommodation options — a luxury hunting lodge to a high-country hut. Our guides are some of the top professional hunting guides in New Zealand. They not only have an in-depth knowledge of the properties but also know the likely haunts of the stags.
Come and experience the best of New Zealand hunting with us.
Different species of deer can be found in hard antler practically all-year round in New Zealand. The main hunting season is between late February and the beginning of August when red stag, sika, and fallow deer are in hard antler. The rut commences mid-March for red stags, followed a month later for sika, fallow, and then rusa.
Big monster. Early in the month the sika stags are in the open before they head to the bush before the rut. Mid-March it's all on for the red stags with the rut reaching its peak in late March and early April.
While known for our big red stags and being the home of New Zealand’s first sika herd, Poronui Hunting also offers the opportunity to add some additional species to your hunt.
After having produced more than 2,000 episodes of outdoor television from around the world, it’s with some perspective that I simply say that Poronui runs like a Swiss watch. I simply cannot imagine better property and hospitality management. From the incredible game and fish, inviting lodging, and impeccable cuisine, they’ve set the bar very, very high.
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