As the New Zealand hunting season comes to a close, we round up highlights from the past few months at Venator New Zealand.
We achieved three impressive red stags, all surpassing 900 SCI, along with several other noteworthy trophies below this size. Our legacy of trophy and red stag hunting is proudly imprinted in history, and we continue to make our mark in the record books for red stag hunting in New Zealand.
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 and his hunting adventures with Venator. Read more about Ion's hunting trip here.
We had the pleasure of hosting Billboard country star Lucas Hoge as he filmed an episode of his outdoor show, Hoge Wild, guided by Venator New Zealand. Lucas pursued the legendary big game of the Southern Alps, stalking Red Stags, European Chamois, Himalayan Tahr, Arapawa Rams, and feral goats. Read more about his adventures with Venator here.
Chad Damon and his wife joined us for a week-long hunt featuring exceptional nz red stag opportunities, where Chad shot an impressive 960 SCI stag.
We witnessed another returning client complete a world-class red stag hunt in New Zealand as they achieved a remarkable 970 SCI stag, boasting an impressive body and antlers and showcasing the true beauty of red stag deer species that can be hunted in New Zealand’s southern alps.
Whether you are seeking a world record red deer stag, exploring red stag hunting packages, or looking to combine your trip with other game like tahr or chamois, Venator delivers an unmatched pursuit.
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The best outfitters bring every part of the experience together: high quality animals, exceptional guides, remarkable hunting country, considered accommodation and great food. We sat down with Jacques Hartzenberg during his recent visit to Venator New Zealand to talk about his life in the African bush, the growth of Chapungu-Kambako and what it takes to deliver a complete South African safari hunting experience.
The Himalayan Tahr (Hemitragus jemlahicus) stands as one of New Zealand’s most iconic alpine game animals. Renowned for their thick, flaxen manes, agile nature, and affinity for sheer vertical rock faces, hunting a Bull Tahr in the Southern Alps offers one of the most physically demanding, rewarding pursuits in the Southern Hemisphere. Navigating rugged high-country bluffs, executing precision shots across deep ravines, and enduring the crisp alpine elements leave a lasting impression on every sportsman.
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Last year, we had the pleasure of partnering with Johann Fanzoj to create a custom Classic M98 built around the legendary Mauser 98 action. The bespoke rifle is a reflection of shared values and hunting excellence. Made from premium materials with meticulous attention to detail, the Classic M98 is more than a rifle, it is an heirloom, offering hunters a lasting connection to heritage and a timeless expression of luxury.