Every detail, from stag hunting in the field to gourmet dining at the table, reflects world-class service and unforgettable adventure. Offering prime destinations across the South Island of New Zealand and in Oklahoma, Venator delivers unmatched red stag hunting paired with luxury accommodations that have to be experienced to be believed.
While Venator is globally renowned for our quality red stags and world-class trophy hunting, it’s our refined luxury lodges and warm hospitality that bring hunters back. Here, hunters not only encounter the largest red stag deer in New Zealand, but they also indulge in the unparalleled hospitality of our New Zealand hunting lodges.
Beyond New Zealand red stag hunts, our expert hunting outfitters in New Zealand offer a diverse range of hunting opportunities, including trophy elk and fallow deer. Our experienced team ensures that each guest enjoys exceptional service and complete comfort throughout the entire New Zealand hunting season.
Watching the sun drop behind the mountains, Venator’s hunting lodges in the South Island of New Zealand are more than just a place to stay— they are the epitome of comfort and luxury. Set in breathtaking South Pacific landscapes, our lodges provide tranquility and top-tier hospitality to complement your hunt in New Zealand. We offer services like private chefs and luxury spa treatments. Each lodge is set in stunning landscapes, providing tranquility and top-tier hospitality to our guided trophy deer hunts.
With unmatched red stag deer pursuits and the finest luxury hunting lodges NZ has to offer, our destinations are a must-visit for discerning sports lovers seeking the quality that only top New Zealand hunting outfitters can provide.
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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.