Whether the definitive luxury hunting experience of Venator New Zealand or the genuine
magic of Venator USA, we specialize in making lifelong dreams come true.
Venator New Zealand is the crown jewel of Southern Hemisphere hunting. Set amongst the dramatic landscapes of the South Island, it offers not only the finest red stag hunting in the country, but the best in the world.
Each step on this land takes you back to a time when elk and deer ruled all of America’s wild places. At Venator USA, you will walk amongst giant elk and red deer while experiencing a luxury big-game hunting trip unlike anywhere else in the USA.
Every experience is tailored with personalized service and hosted in luxury five-star lodges, providing a true home away from home for discerning hunters and their families.
Backed by over three decades of family legacy, Venator remains proudly New Zealand-owned and operated, delivering exceptional hospitality within a warm, family-friendly atmosphere.
Discover what sets us apart.
Venator embodies five generations of Fraser family stewardship, world-leading expertise in red deer genetics, and a legacy of luxury hunting excellence.
Led by Duncan Fraser, our family has dedicated decades to refining every detail of the Venator experience, meticulously curating each moment so you can immerse yourself completely in your journey without distraction or concern.
Venator is globally recognized for producing the world’s largest and highest-quality red stag and elk trophies. While we proudly hold multiple world records, our true distinction lies in the exceptional quality and consistency of our trophies across all scoring ranges.
Our New Zealand red stag trophies are known globally for one thing: unmatched quality. Through years of strategic herd management, we consistently offer hunters the most exceptional red stags in the world.
Venator USA is home to a world-class herd of North America’s largest elk and red deer, strengthened by world-record genetics from Venator New Zealand. The quality of the elk in our herd is unmatched anywhere in the USA.
