The Experience
Hunting Adventure
ABUNDANT GAME
CHALLENGING TERRAIN
HIGH FITNESS REQUIRED
FIREARMS LICENCE REQUIRED
Experience a challenging and rewarding self-guided hunt on Mount Alexander. Explore vast, rugged terrain on your own or with up to three mates for the day, testing your skills and immersing yourself in breathtaking wilderness.
This private unguided hunting block consists of steep, open terrain with scree slopes and a mix of bush, tussock, and matagouri. Access is on foot from the Woolshed. Drop off and pick up in our farm ATV can be booked for an extra cost, subject to availability.
Access is subject to availability – Please enquire using the booking form. We will then contact you to confirm availability. Payment is then required to complete your booking.
- Firearms Licence: A current firearms licence is mandatory to apply.
If a member of your party does not hold an FAL, they must be under the direct, one-on-one supervision of a valid licence holder within your group at all times. - Hunting Experience: A good level of hunting experience is essential – this is not terrain for beginners
- Fitness: A good level of physical fitness is required to navigate the demanding terrain
- $130 per person per day (includes 1 meat animal per person)
- Limit of up to 4 people (whole block to yourself/your party)
- Please read the detailed hunt pricing pdf below
Need to Know
Please view the PDF for our comprehensive hunting price structure
Suggested additional gear list for hunting:
- Rifle (ideally calibre .243 or bigger) fitted with a scope & preferably a suppressor
- Please ensure your rifle is sighted in before arriving at Puhi Peaks
- Ammunition
- Binoculars
- Knife
- Hearing protection (especially if the rifle is not suppressed)
- Suitable footwear for the scree slopes and steep, open terrain
- Suitable clothing – we are a sub alpine environment and the weather can change quickly
- Provision to take your animals/meat home – chilly bin, ice packs, cotton sheets/pillow cases
We have an unpowered meat shed available for use, or a powered meat chiller that can be rented for $30 per day/part thereof.
We offer on-site accommodation for your convenience! If you’d like to stay with us, you can easily add this option when selecting your date. Check out our accommodation options here ➔
If you are staying with us, please bring:
- Sleeping bag/bedding
- Towel and toiletries / personal items
- Head torch/lamp
- Slippers or indoor shoes for the woolshed
For those looking to stay in Kaikoura, a variety of accommodation options can be explored through Destination Kaikoura ➔
Self-Drive
Our station is accessible off State Highway 1, by 18km of unsealed road up the Puhi Puhi Valley. You are welcome to bring your vehicle; however, we recommend a 4WD-capable vehicle, as you will cross four small fords along Puhi Puhi Valley Road. The road conditions require good suspension and reasonable chassis clearance.
If you have any concerns, please contact us.
Shuttle Transport
You can arrange road transport to and from Kaikōura via our trusted partner:
Helicopter Transfer
For a quick, stunning 14-minute journey, helicopter transfers can be organised through our air travel partner:
Tea and coffee facilities are available at the woolshed.
The water in the Woolshed is UV Triple filtered and safe to drink.
Snacks/lunch/drinks are self-catered.
If you are staying in our accommodation, you will need to bring provisions for self catering:
- Breakfast/lunch/dinner/snacks/drink
Snacks, Lunches & Catering
For snacks, pre-prepared lunches, or full catering options, please get in touch with one of our trusted catering partners:
Bookings
$130 Per Person Per Day (includes 1 meat animal per person)
