"Excellent hunting experience." (July 2023)

"This trip was 4 years in the making due to Covid, and Carla made it happen! I’m so happy we were able to meet up with her and chat while we were there….! I would’ve been really bummed if we had traveled that far and didn’t get to see her. You know, the reason we booked the trip with you is because of you Carla — we both really liked you and felt very comfortable and trusted you.
From the moment we arrived at the hunting lodge in Kurow, we were impressed. Ewie was an exceptional guide in the mountainous terrain and Dale got his tahr and fallow deer in the first 3 days of a 5-day hunt. Both were very nice animals/trophies. And Ewie is just a really nice guy and a great cook!
The accommodations, meals and views were also exceptional! From the nice comfy master bedroom/bathroom to the beautiful views from the main living room/dining room areas, everything was perfect. The relaxing and peaceful setting was a great place to read and write in our travel journal. The meals were great--from grilled sandwiches for lunch to delicious roasted dinners (chicken, beef & lamb), we enjoyed every meal. And Ewie & Carla gave us great local recommendations as we ventured around New Zealand after we left the hunting lodge.
A spectacular trip! Thank you Carla & Ewie and New Zealand Trophy Hunting for a memorable trip." (July 2023) "

"Unforgettable experience.
Everything from the accommodations to the hunt itself was second to none. The food was great too. Everything was perfect.
My wife and I had been looking forward to coming to New Zealand for four years. Carla and her staff made that dream come true with not only the breath taking scenery but the amazing accommodations and excellent food.
My guide, Ewie, put me on some amazing animals. I couldn’t be happier with the quality. And his cooking was top notch as well.
The unforgettable scenery and the tough challenges will never be erased from my mind. My wife mentioned she couldn’t recall the last time she had so much peace and quiet.
A big hug and thanks goes out to the friendly staff of New Zealand Trophy Hunting. With much love and thanks!" (June 2023)

"I would with out a doubt, recommend this outfitter.
Carla was great in getting us to our destination. The guides Duncan and Ewan were absolutely great. Accommodations were awesome as well as Ewan's Cooking. We loved the views we had as we hiked for the Chamois, Tar, and the Stags." (June 2023)

"My husband and I have been waiting for 3 years to come hunting in New Zealand.
We have had an incredible time hunting with Tim Campbell his an excellent guide my husband really enjoyed spending time with him he showed us so many game animals it was hard to decide on which ones to harvest, our stay at the Woolshed lodge was very comfortable and relaxing.
We feel like we have made some great friends here Carla was very accommodating with our needs she couldn’t have done better with the people she hooked us up with, Carla picked us up from the airport which helped relieve so much stress from traveling to a new country, it was a hunt of a life time and it lived up to everything it could have been worth every minute.
Thanks for the memories you guys are all the BEST." (June 2023)

"Excellent hunting experience" (June 2023)

"My guide Luke was hard working, friendly, helpful and knew where to find the animals. I got a nice bull Tahr and a nanny.
Carla, the manager was quick to answer emails and helpful with the necessary paperwork and arrangements. The mountains were beautiful, and the hunting a rewarding physical challenge. " (June 2023)

"This was an amazing trip to an amazing country.
Carla made sure we were taken care of throughout our adventure. Ewie is the best. He is a true hunter and has the ability to let you hunt to your own skill level. He is a skilled outdoorsman and cook and made us laugh and feel at home the entire week. He is honest and fun to be around.
Our accommodations were top notch, much better than we expected. We saw a wide variety animals, beautiful scenery in the South Island, were able to take a helicopter trip and camp out one night which made the trip even more special.
I would highly recommend and have already told my friends about it. We will be coming back in the future and I wouldn’t come back with anyone else." (May 2023)

"Wow. I came to see New Zealand, and for a gold medal stag. I’ll be back for the people.
During my hunt, I wondered whether I was getting some additional special treatment because of the Covid delay. But no, from reading others’ testimonials, it sounds like most everyone gets to enjoy a similar first-class experience. Carla is an absolute joy to associate with, and I was in awe of Ewie’s skills, from his spotting, to caping, field-dressing, and packing (not to mention he’s also an exceptionally nice person). It was so fun to be a part of their world for a few days, and I couldn’t be happier with my stag, fallow, and tahr.
This trip exceeded my expectations in every way, and I still can’t wipe this smile off my face." (May 2023)

"AMAZING HUNT! All thanks to the wonderful communication, world class guides, and the effort Carla and her Team put towards making our experience more then just the Hunt.
MUST READ if you want the best experience. My dad and I wanted to have a hunt together that I would consider to be a once in a lifetime opportunity. After a lot of researching and contacting many outfitters in New Zealand I kept getting the same results, very limited communication. That is until we messaged Carla. She was very responsive and made us feel very confident that if we had any questions or concerns we could get ahold of her. This is very helpful and puts your mind at ease when thinking about traveling halfway across the world and spending alot of money on an adventure. Also throughout the entire trip I felt like if I needed to, I could get ahold of her at anytime besides the times she just checked in to make sure everything was going good. I honestly can’t say enough about how hard she works to make sure you have the best possible adventure.
Besides Carla, she has a wonderful Team of World Class guides. We were lucky enough to hunt with Duncan and Ewie. The first 2 days of our 7 day hunt was spent with Duncan. Full disclosure, if Duncan is wearing shorts this doesn’t mean the weather is going to be 85 degrees and sunny. (Pack the extra jacket just incase). Nothing like having 4 layers of clothes on and looking over at your guide that is wearing shorts. Makes you feels really tough lol.
Duncan was able to use his expertise in less then ideal weather conditions to get my dad and I in range of a wonderful chamois and was able to harvest my first New Zealand animal. Duncan was very knowledgeable and taught us alot. By the end of the 2 days we had a great friendship that really makes the hunt more then just the harvest of the animal which is exactly what I was looking for and made for some great memories. So for the last 5 days my dad and I had the pleasure of hunting with Ewie. I can’t say enough about Ewie’s knowledge and all around professionalism as a guide. Absolutely world class.
During these 5 days we made a great friendship and it felt more like a group of hunting buddies hanging out then a guide service. For example, even though one of us owns a sweet hunting dog, which may or may not be a PUG we all agreed as friends that Pugs are a very manly dog breed. Ewie was also able to teach my dad and I a lot about spot and stalk hunting, the game animals we were in pursuit of, and just all around knowledge of the outdoors. These were the kinds of things you will only learn from a person that makes the outdoors his life. We were able to harvest all our animals with the help of our guide but without the extra effort put forth by Ewie we would not have found my Tahr and for that I am truly greatful!
Also as a special request my Dad and I like to eat the animals we harvest which Ewie was very accommodating and cooked us up wild game with almost every meal. He made sure whether in the field or back at the house we always had something to eat and went the extra mile to make gourmet meals. Loved trying every meal and looked forward to dinner almost as much as the hunt. Without a guide like Ewie and his personality and humor our hunt and the experience would not have been as fulfilling and as memorable as it was. I love our choice of Outfitter and also getting to know the guides I had the pleasure of meeting. This is something to remember when picking an Outfitter, it is not always about the animals you harvest (even though we harvested every animal we wanted) but the memories you have with the people you meet. The memories i made with my dad will last my entire life time and I owe it all to Carla and her Team. THANK YOU!
Honestly the whole experience had no downside. Every part from the initial communication, updates before the trip, every aspect of the hunt, and even the accommodations at the end of the trip to go home were above any expectations my Dad or I had." (April 2023)

"Excellent hunting experience." (April 2023)

"Amazing professional hunters, beautiful country. Luke was my primary guide while Duncan was my guide for the chamois hunt. Both having grown up in the New Zealand mountains, they could both hike/climb like our target animals, but they were patient with my lesser abilities. Their ability to spot animals was impressive. My trip was in mid-April 2023, and the red stag roar and fallow "grunt" was full-on, but the tahr and chamois rut was to start about a month later. For my hunt, we went to three different areas at least 50 miles apart, and I stayed in three different accommodations. Carla the manager did a good job with juggling logistics with the different hunting groups." (April 2023)

"This was my first trip to New Zealand and definitely will not be my last! Carla and Ewie exceeded all expectations. New Zealand Trophy Hunting went above and beyond the entire week. Whatever we needed to make the trip a success they made it happen. I appreciate the patience and professionalism Carla and Ewie demonstrated from day one. The scenery and wildlife of the south island is breathtaking. Lodging and meals were excellent. I want to thank Carla and Ewie for a great week!" (April 2023)

"An outstanding awesome place to hunt!! Excellent game, great people, wonderful food, I came as a client but I left as good friends! There wasn't a thing that I didn't like." (March 2023)