Animal Encounter Lake Tekapo

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  • Packages start from NZ$399.00

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From NZ$399.00

Night Thermal Small Game Hunting Tour

Small game hunting on a High Country Station – now during the night! Join our experienced farming team as they carry out essential pest control at night, using the latest thermal technology.


This unique tour offers the excitement of rabbit hunting after dark. From the comfort of our 4WD hunting truck, you'll use a fitted thermal scope to spot and shoot targets in complete darkness. Our trained guides will walk you through firearm safety, land management, and responsible pest control in a safe, controlled environment.


With over 80 years of farming experience in Lake Tekapo, our family has extensive knowledge of the region’s land and wildlife. As landowners, we can arrange tours at short notice and provide real insight into the importance of pest control in maintaining the natural balance of the environment.


New Features of the Night Tour:



  • Start time: 8:00 PM (subject to seasonal variation


  • *Free thermal video of your shot, recorded directly through the scope*




  • Use of our latest thermal rifle technology




  • No walking required – stay warm and comfortable 




Whether you’re an experienced hunter or a curious beginner, this is an unforgettable opportunity to experience hunting in a whole new light – or rather, darkness!


Due to safety reasons we can only accept bookings for adults aged 18 and above. 

Small game hunting on a High Country Station – now during the night! Join our experienced farming team as they carry out essential pest control at night, using the latest thermal technology.

This unique tour offers the excitement of rabbit hunting after dark. From the comfort of our 4WD hunting truck, you'll use a fitted thermal scope to spot and shoot targets in complete darkness. Our trained guides will walk you through firearm safety, land management, and responsible pest control in a safe, controlled environment.

With over 80 years of farming experience in Lake Tekapo, our family has extensive knowledge of the region’s land and wildlife. As landowners, we can arrange tours at short notice and provide real insight into the importance of pest control in maintaining the natural balance of the environment.

New Features of the Night Tour:

Start time: 8:00 PM (subject to seasonal variation


*Free thermal video of your shot, recorded directly through the scope*



Use of our latest thermal rifle technology



No walking required – stay warm and comfortable



Whether you’re an experienced hunter or a curious beginner, this is an unforgettable opportunity to experience hunting in a whole new light – or rather, darkness!


Due to safety reasons we can only accept bookings for adults aged 18 and above.

Restrictions

  • people Group Size: From 2 Up To 4

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From NZ$699.00

Night Thermal Small Game Hunting Tour (Starting 1st October 2025)

Small game hunting on a High Country Station – now during the night! Join our experienced farming team as they carry out essential pest control at night, using the latest thermal technology.


This unique tour offers the excitement of rabbit hunting after dark. From the comfort of our 4WD hunting truck, you'll use a fitted thermal scope to spot and shoot targets in complete darkness. Our trained guides will walk you through firearm safety, land management, and responsible pest control in a safe, controlled environment.


With over 80 years of farming experience in Lake Tekapo, our family has extensive knowledge of the region’s land and wildlife. As landowners, we can arrange tours at short notice and provide real insight into the importance of pest control in maintaining the natural balance of the environment.


New Features of the Night Tour:



  • Start time: 8:00 PM (subject to seasonal variation


  • *Free thermal video of your shot, recorded directly through the scope*




  • Use of our latest thermal rifle technology




  • No walking required – stay warm and comfortable 




Whether you’re an experienced hunter or a curious beginner, this is an unforgettable opportunity to experience hunting in a whole new light – or rather, darkness!


Due to safety reasons we can only accept bookings for adults aged 18 and above. 

Small game hunting on a High Country Station – now during the night! Join our experienced farming team as they carry out essential pest control at night, using the latest thermal technology.

This unique tour offers the excitement of rabbit hunting after dark. From the comfort of our 4WD hunting truck, you'll use a fitted thermal scope to spot and shoot targets in complete darkness. Our trained guides will walk you through firearm safety, land management, and responsible pest control in a safe, controlled environment.

With over 80 years of farming experience in Lake Tekapo, our family has extensive knowledge of the region’s land and wildlife. As landowners, we can arrange tours at short notice and provide real insight into the importance of pest control in maintaining the natural balance of the environment.

New Features of the Night Tour:

Start time: 8:00 PM (subject to seasonal variation


*Free thermal video of your shot, recorded directly through the scope*



Use of our latest thermal rifle technology



No walking required – stay warm and comfortable



Whether you’re an experienced hunter or a curious beginner, this is an unforgettable opportunity to experience hunting in a whole new light – or rather, darkness!


Due to safety reasons we can only accept bookings for adults aged 18 and above.

Restrictions

  • people Group Size: From 1 Up To 4

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From NZ$2,000.00

Big Game Hunting - Full Day

Full day, fully guided Big Game hunting tour in Lake Tekapo up to 10 hours.


We hunt in free range farm so we can't guarantee the animals that we can find during the tour. We take a 50% deposit fee for the animals you're interested to find and shoot. You may need to pay for the price difference or get a balance refund according to what you shoot. Please confirm with your guide before you shoot.  


  • Guide Rate: $1000 (non-refundable regardless of finding an animal or not)
Animal Prices:


Red Deer

  • 16 point Stag - $16,000
  • 14 point Stag - $10,000
  • 12 point Stag - $4,000
  • 10 point Stag - $3,000
  • 8 point Stag  - $1,500
  • Spiker - $1,500
  • Hind - $1,500
Fallow Deer

  • Stag - $3,000
  • Hind - $1,500
Tahr

  • 14 inch Bull - $10,000
  • 13 inch Bull - $7,500
  • 12 inch Bull - $4,000
  • 11 inch Bull - $2,000
  • Nanny - $1,000
Sheep

  • Merino Ram - $2,500
*Please note that your booking is not confirmed until we send you a payment request for 50% deposit fee and has been paid. 

Full day, fully guided Big Game hunting tour in Lake Tekapo up to 10 hours.


We hunt in free range farm so we can't guarantee the animals that we can find during the tour. We take a 50% deposit fee for the animals you're interested to find and shoot. You may need to pay for the price difference or get a balance refund according to what you shoot. Please confirm with your guide before you shoot.

Guide Rate: $1000 (non-refundable regardless of finding an animal or not) Animal Prices:


Red Deer
16 point Stag - $16,000 14 point Stag - $10,000 12 point Stag - $4,000 10 point Stag - $3,000 8 point Stag - $1,500 Spiker - $1,500 Hind - $1,500 Fallow Deer

Stag - $3,000 Hind - $1,500 Tahr
14 inch Bull - $10,000 13 inch Bull - $7,500 12 inch Bull - $4,000 11 inch Bull - $2,000 Nanny - $1,000 Sheep

Merino Ram - $2,500 *Please note that your booking is not confirmed until we send you a payment request for 50% deposit fee and has been paid.

Restrictions

  • people Group Size: From 1

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directions Location

Address:

  • 7945
  • Lake Tekapo
  • Mackenzie District

Maps and directions used on our website are for guide purposes only. Please use the directions supplied with your booking confirmation when making travel arrangements.

Venue Ref: 1020006-268

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