FAQs

There are many trophy deer hunting outfitters here in New Zealand, so why would you hunt with Ample hunting?

Location, We are one of the closest New Zealand Hunting destinations from the USA. From the Auckland International Airport it’s only 75 minutes to the lodge (Auckland International Airport is the only international airport in New Zealand flying directly to the USA.) We are also only 2-4 hours closer than all South Island Destinations

“If you are looking for an unforgettable hunt in New Zealand don’t look further than AmpleHunting”
Nicole Pugliano Montana 2010 

Firstly we are experienced, not just with outfitting and guiding but also being guided, over my entire trophy hunting career I have had some great and not so great experiences with other outfitters both here and in the US it is with that invaluable experience we have taken the best of lessons learnt and applied only the good with our hunting business.

“This was a lifetime dream that has become reality for us, thanks to AmpleHunting”
Tim Cabay Alberta, Canada 2010


Describe your unique New Zealand Hunting Experience

The land is what makes us unique... we hunt red stags, fallow bucks, rams, goats and waterfowl on land that is our own; this property has been in our family for over 110 years, you could say we know it like the back our hand. Personally I have hunted here for nearly 40 years it is with that “local knowledge” that brings experience and great success.

“We left with six sets of horns and wonderful memories. BJ and Annabel did a great job of making our Hunting dreams come true, what a phenomenal time we had in New Zealand"
Roy and Angie Fowers Utah 2010


How would you describe your work ethic...?

We work very hard to ensure your New Zealand hunting experience is as good as it possibly can be, our attention to detail with personal requirements is be proven, a list of previous hunters whom have hunted here can be given to you on request so you can ask them the hard questions, this list of references will be updated each year so our most recent performance can be checked by you.


Can my New Zealand hunting tour be personalized...?

What we do here is exclusive to you, I have hunted in an environment where I felt as though I was competing with the other hunters in the lodge, this is your hunt and your experience and our job is to concentrate entirely on that.

Comfortable homestead lodgings and great cuisine.

A peaceful relaxing experience, comfortable beds great food and wine, we make no excuses for you maybe “gaining a little” while you stay with us.

Where do you hunt...?

With us you hunt! we don’t operate a small enclosure or back paddock adjacent to a Stag Farm, we hunt a vast area of approximately ten square miles in total and you can expect to see up to thirty red deer on any given day, stags and hinds.

We hunt amongst mostly native New Zealand bush, willow and poplar plantation as well as some open country.

"How wild and smart these animals really are - can you get close enough before he sees you”
Wes Albert Canada 2010

How long are the flights to New Zealand...?

Flights from North America leave the West Coast and fly overnight to Auckland, New Zealand; this takes approximately 12 hours, a connecting domestic flight from Auckland to Gisborne takes 50 minutes. We offer a complimentary pick up and drop off service from either the airport or your motel (some hunters prefer to rent a vehicle while they are in New Zealand, AmpleHunting is easy to find on maps). Then from Gisborne it’s a scenic 20 minute drive to the lodge where your hunting adventure will begin.

What about Guns and Hunting in New Zealand...?

We have top spec rifles here for you to use, they are well set up, accurate and have quality optics, a complimentary session on our rifle range prior to your trophy hunt is part of the package.

Your guide will advise you on shot distance and bullet placement most shots are 100—300 yards.

Due to recent events and law changes we recommend that you do not bring your own guns into New Zealand.