Premier New Zealand Hunting at Okau
Experience world-class hunting at Okau, New Zealand, featuring premier free-range and estate blocks known for elite Red Stag trophies (up to 500+ SCI). Our 2026 and 2027 seasons are now open, with the legendary "Roar" peaking from mid-March through May. All hunts are fair-chase and all-inclusive—covering guiding, trophy fees, lodging, and meals—requiring a 20% non-refundable deposit to secure your dates.
Option 1: Free-Range Trophy Hunt
The Ultimate "Roar" Experience This package is designed for the purist seeking a mature Red or Fallow stag in a wild, free-range environment. Best experienced during the peak of the Roar (March 26th – May 10th).
The Target: Mature Red Stag (10–12 points) or a Trophy Fallow Stag.
The Guide: 1:1 or 2:1 professional guiding included.
The Guarantee: We offer a US$1,000 money-back guarantee if we cannot put you within shooting range of a mature red stag or better over the five-day hunt.
3-Day Hunt Package: US$3,000 (Inclusive of guiding, food, and accommodation)
5-Day Hunt Package: US$3,500 (Inclusive of guiding, food, and accommodation)
Note: For hunters seeking Red Stags with 13+ points, the Estate Hunt is the best option. Fallow stags and extra red stags can be added for an additional cost.
Option 2: Estate Trophy Hunt
For the Record Books. This option is for the hunter interested in a large trophy. The estate is a large natural game habitat with dense cover, providing a challenging fair-chase hunt.
This option offers 3 days trophy hunting for large trophy red deer stags as follows:
Red Stag Trophy Fees (USD)
Bronze: US$4,500
Silver: US$6,000
Gold: US$8,000
Super Gold: US$12,000+ (Subject to availability)
Other Species (USD)
Trophy Fallow: US$1,000 – US$2,000
Arapawa Ram: US$850
Wild Boar: US$500 – US$1,500
Goat (up to 30"): US$500
Turkey: US$300
Opossum: US$100
Option 3: Meat / Cull Stag Hunt
The Casual Hunt – Guaranteed Action
Perfect for filling the freezer. These hunts are self-catered and based in our coastal units. Best booked from May 10th through late November. We guarantee a shot at a deer on these options!
Overnight Guided Trip (Max 3 Hunters): NZ$500 per person. Includes 1 Fallow deer per hunter, guiding, and coastal accommodation.
2-Night Guided Trip (4+ Hunters): NZ$1,000 per person. Includes up to 3 Fallow deer, guiding, and coastal accommodation.
Cull Red Stags: Available from NZ$500 to NZ$1,500 at our discretion.
Please note, this is a self-catering option. We can provide meals for an additional charge.
Additional Costs & Services
The following rates apply for additional animals or services (All prices in NZD):
Red Deer: Hind ($350) | Yearling ($250) | Spiker ($300) | Cull Stag ($500+)
Fallow Deer: Cull Stag ($300) | Hind ($150) | Yearling ($100)
Services: Gun Hire ($50) | Animal Skinning ($50 per animal)
Non-Hunters: NZ$200 per person/day (Includes accommodation and meals)
Life at Okau Hunting
Experience New Zealand hospitality
From your first enquiry to the last goodbye, Okau Hunting treats you like part of the family. Boyd and Kim know how to put guests at ease and make sure everyone settles in comfortably—whether you’re new to hunting or a regular in the field. The relaxed, down-to-earth approach lets you focus on enjoying both the hunt and your time off the land.
Quick responses
Questions don’t go unanswered at Okau. Kim and Boyd are committed to giving clear, friendly replies for bookings or any simple query. Whether you are halfway across the globe or just down the road, you’ll find organising your New Zealand hunting package at Okau is refreshingly straightforward.
Quality meals
Meals are often a highlight at Okau Hunting. You can expect seriously good home-cooked food, fresh and filling after a day outdoors. Enjoy hearty breakfasts, hot lunches, and big evening meals around the table with the guides and other guests—everyone leaves the table well fed and happy.
Genuine local knowledge
Boyd has grown up on Okau Station, learning the ways of the land firsthand. That local insight means your hunt is guided by someone who knows animal habits, tracks, weather, and safety better than anyone. Combined with the story of the Vermeer family, you get a real sense of place during your stay in Mataikona.
Flexible, straightforward bookings
Booking a New Zealand hunting package with Okau is as easy as sending a message or calling direct. Our flexible approach means we can shape packages and timings to suit your group, and we’ll always speak plainly about what works best for you. We are happy to talk through what’s included, travel help, or special needs before you confirm.
CONTACT
Okau Hunting New Zealand
Okau Station Mataikona
Masterton 5889 RD9
okauhunting@gmail.com
Phone: +64 6 372 6441
Mobile: +64 27 626 1474