Island Hills Station Ltd. Island Hills Overnight Experiences

2 nights – Cabin Stay – Camping, bush craft and hunting adventure




A fantastic present for a child, which includes your presence! Bush adventures through mountainous terrain. Stay in huts or camp out in a tent, light a campfire and cook outdoors. Guided shooting practice and hunting for small game, deer and pigs. Yes, we can accommodate groups. ​ Minimum 2 nights and 3 days


What to expect
Trips are fully guided and include four wheel driving, camping, hiking, bush craft, mountain safety and firearms practice. You don't need a firearms licence or any previous experience. You just have to be willing to walk some hills and become part of nature.
Basic meals, accommodation and hunting equipment provided.


What to bring
Snacks and drinks, insect repellent (for sand-flies and mosquitos), hiking boots (preferably with gaiters), warm clothing layers including beanie and gloves, weather proof jacket and over trousers (optional), sun protection including sunscreen, cap or hat, headlamp and spare batteries, bathroom towel and personal effects, hiking pack, day pack, camera and end of day liquid refreshments.
Bring your own sleeping bag (or rent one of ours with a clean liner $35 per person per trip)


Pricing
2 nights/3 days for a parent and child at $1450
One addition child hunter $300.
Additional non-hunters $250 pp (Hiking options available)
If you decide to take an animal, kill fees apply; $250 per non-trophy red deer, (wild pig $100, trophy red stag $1000, chamois $2000).

Helicopter available at extra charge for high country drop off, for the back pack hunting to be mostly downhill, price on application.
All prices in $NZ including GST (tax)





"When it came down to the high pressure moments right before the shot, I was grateful for Shaun's calm yet confident instruction. I came away with my first ever deer and a new appreciation for the joy of hunting"
Hannah - New Zealand​
"After that day I felt as if I had joined into the real NZ culture"
Lucas - Argentina.
"Shaun showed me so many things that helped to boost my confidence"
Carolin - Germany