Hunting

DOC land

The Kaikoura North Coast hunting area is a group of coastal reserves approximately 20 km north of Kaikoura. Blue Duck Scientific Reserve is included in the block. It is steep - the highest point, Patutu, is 1160 metres. It is a mix of forest, mainly regenerating podocarp and manuka, and open grassed areas. Hunters access this area for red deer, pigs, goats and chamois (in low numbers).
There are three main access points with parking areas - at Half Moon Bay, Okiwi Bay and Seaward Valley Road (Blue Duck Valley). The main track through the reserve is an old 4wd track which is not maintained. Access off the northern end of Seaward Valley Road requires permission from Dave Pickering by contacting + 64 3 319 5266.

For further information contact the Department of Conservation.

Puhi Peaks

Puhi Peaks is a local tour operator which offers hunting experiences with experienced and knowledgeable guides across more than 2,000 hectares within the Seaward Kaikoura ranges. They offer hunting for red deer, Pacific goats, Awapawa sheep and Captain Cook pigs. They offer packages including a guided day hunt (from $325 per person per day), a guided weekend hunt (from $375 per person per day) or a guided roar hunt (POA).

Further information can be found at the Puhi Peaks website: http://puhipeakskaikoura.nz/hunting/

Flax Hills

Flax Hills is a local tour operator which offers hunting in Kaikoura.
Flax Hills is situated in the foothills of the magnificent Kaikoura ranges. The terrain is mostly hilly making it idea for hunting with a variety of opportunities to target different species. This land offers 3300 acres of property where you can find reg stags, tahr, chamois, feral goats, Arapawa rams and paradise ducks. They offer packages including a guided day hunt (from $350 per person per day) and multiple other packages including hunts by helicopter.

Further information can be found at the Flax Hills website: https://flaxhills.co.nz/pricing/