Packages on offer

  Grey Duck (Pacific Black Duck) Mallard duck, Canadian Goose, Black Swan (Cygnus atratus), Parry (Paradise Shelduck), Spoonie (Australasian Spoonbill) are our target species.

 We will be hunting from a variety of Final Approach Knock Out Laydown Blinds S.U.B FA - A Frame'S and Public water Duck Blinds. There is the opportunity also to hunt from traditional home made "Kiwi" style Blind - (MaiMai).  

 We believe having the best decoys on the market is what makes a good hunt a great hunt. We run Full body and Floater Goose, Duck and Parry decoys (Paradise Shelduck) We believe in quality over quantity - here in New Zealand we aren't trafficking birds, we don't need to run any more than 3-4 DOZ decoys at a time because we simply don't need to. It all comes down to the scouting and knowing what you are doing.

 Central South Outfitters run the best calls on the New Zealand market, RM and JJ Lares Duck call's and Season Calls for geese.

You will need warm clothing as the majority of our water fowling is in winter. Temperatures can get below 17.6 Fahrenheit but average 45 to 17.6 Fahrenheit during the day.

Gumboots, waders and waterfowl clothing will not be provided. You will need to provide these items or purchase from our recommended dealer Davo's Fishing and Hunting located in Timaru - or purchase from Final Approach website.

 We will provide semi-automatic shotguns, currently pinned at 3-4 shots and ammunition with appropriate shot size for the day.  You will need to issue yourself a visitors Firearms Licence the link below will take you to the application.

They will ask for My information as well as yours. This is where you will send me and email.     https://www.firearmssafetyauthority.govt.nz/manage-and-apply/visiting-or-moving-new-zealand/apply-visitors-firearms-licence

 We have drop off and pick up from high class accommodation, you can click on the link below for our recommended options

https://www.lakestonelodge.co.nz/

https://www.peppers.co.nz/bluewater/

https://godleyhotel.co.nz/

 Here at Central South Outfitters we welcome all groups. We will endeavour to provide you with alternative New Zealand (Kiwi) experiences. This could include Horse Riding, Farm visits, sightseeing, Four Wheel drive tours. We can tailor packages to suit your needs. 

 This can vary but we have access to four wheel drive trucks, four wheel drive motorbikes, duck boats and inflatable dinghy's to get us to our location of interest. I have my signed off professional Four wheel drive and Side by Side tickets. your safety is absolute paramount when you are with me.

Brown and Rainbow Trout. Here in New Zealand we Measure our Trout in Pounds; 1 Pound being Small and 8 pound being a Trophy. The Typical size Trout will be between 4-7 Pound. If you are wanting 8 pound plus you will need to let me know as this will involve Back Country helicopter adventures.

 We Run Primal CCC Fly Rods, 4 and 5 weight and 6 weight forward airflo fly line . This will provide you with a great fast action and can punch into a strong head wind when needed or provide you with a delicate presentation  when running dry flies on light tipet.

We use Lamson Liquid reels.

To provide you with the best opportunity to land a New Zealand wild Brown or Rainbow Trout we use Airflo Tapered leaders, we then add a 1-2 for tippet of 6X to fool these cunning Brown and Rainbow Trout.

 If you have hired a vehicle, We will meet at either a pin drop or i will pick you up from your accommodation we will then head to our chosen river for the day. I can also provide you with airport transfer if needed for an additional price. 

  Red Stag, Bull Tahr, Fallow Buck, Chamois, Elk , Arapawa Ram

Our Red Stag hunting season runs from mid-February, when the stags begin to strip the velvet from their antlers, through late July, as they prepare to shed them.

Our premier hunting area, offers some of the finest red stag hunting experiences. During the “roar,” 

We pride ourselves on delivering the ultimate outdoor experience and helping hunters achieve their goals. Our guides are exceptional hunters dedicated to providing a top-quality hunt.

Many hunters also choose to add extra animals to their hunt, such as Tahr, Chamois, Fallow Buck, Elk, and Arapawa Rams, all of which roam the 5000 Acre Hunting ground.

Tahr were introduced into New Zealand in 1904 into the mountains of the Mt Cook region of the South Island for hunting. In the ensuing years the Tahr have spread to the surrounding areas. While only being found in this area of New Zealand, they are the only free-range herd of Tahr in the world.

They thrive in the mountainous terrain, calling the sometimes inaccessible mountains home. Hunting grounds are located inside the Tahr “home” range and as well as access to 50,000 acres close by. 

Typical elk in this area are often 6×6 or 7×7, with main beams exceeding 50 inches. We are also fortunate to have a variety of non-typical elk.

New Zealand’s elk, or Wapiti, are unique to the South Pacific. They can interbreed with Red Deer, resulting in a distinctive sub-species. While they retain the appearance and vocalizations of traditional elk, they often boast numerous tines, sometimes upwards of 10 or 11 on each antler.

Chamois, the agile monarchs of the mountains, are among the most challenging game species to hunt in New Zealand.  Chamois are present but not in large numbers, so we opt for heli-hunting to pursue these elusive creatures.

We are  highly selective in hunting, targeting only mature bucks. This approach ensures exceptional trophies and helps preserve the population for future generations.

The Arapawa Ram is New Zealand's version of the Big Horn Sheep. Introduced, like all of New Zealand's animals, they were the first animal to be liberated on our shores. Meat and wool production were the main asset of the sheep, until breeding of better-quality sheep breeds made them redundant. Now, hunters get to enjoy the thrill of chasing the “Wiley” rams. While quite a small animal, with dreadlock type wool and some impressive horns, they are survivors and worthy hunt.