As the New Zealand hunting season comes to a close, we round up highlights from the past few months.
We achieved three impressive red stags, all surpassing 900 SCI, along with several other noteworthy trophies below this size. Our legacy of trophy red deer New Zealand hunting is proudly imprinted in history, and we continue to make our mark in the record books.
Explore our highlights in the video below
During his third hunting trip with Venator, Ion Tiriac added another trophy stag to the books with a score of 953 SCI.
We wrote a recent article Ion Tiriac's history with Venator - click here to read it.
Chad Damon and his wife joined us for a week-long hunt, where Chad shot an impressive 960 SCI stag.
We witnessed another returning client as they achieved a remarkable 970 SCI stag, boasting an impressive set of antlers and showcasing the true beauty of this majestic species.
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The European chamois is one of New Zealand’s most elusive and challenging game animals. Introduced from the Austrian Alps in 1907, these agile creatures thrive in the rugged Southern Alps. Venator guides hunters through breathtaking alpine terrain, providing a world-class high-country experience. For those seeking a truly challenging trophy hunt, chasing chamois with Venator is an adventure like no other.
The Himalayan tahr is one of New Zealand’s most iconic alpine game animals. Known for their thick manes, incredible agility, and love of steep terrain, they’ve become a defining part of our hunting history, offering one of the most challenging hunts in the Southern Hemisphere. Navigating rugged landscapes, making long-range shots, and enduring physically demanding conditions, the pursuit of tahr leaves a lasting impression on those who venture into the heights in search of one of the mountains’ most prized trophies. Native to the mountains of India and Nepal, the Himalayan tahr spent centuries largely unnoticed by humans. It was less sought after by hunters, as other animals — like the larger-horned bharal and ibex — were more popular targets.
The red stag, known as the king’s animal, is a majestic creature of unrivalled prestige. Few animals can match the sight of a red stag in full antlers — both tall and powerful. For centuries, these magnificent animals roamed the highlands of Europe and Britain, cherished by kings, nobility, and hunters alike. A symbol of power and status, they were admired and fiercely protected.