Gisborne/Hangaroa - Party Hunt (14/05/2026)

Wed, 13 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Party hunt Hangaroa: this is a private forest block of approx. 1200 ha 8hrs from Auckland in the Gisborne region which holds red and fallow deer plus goats and some pigs. Area is suitable for beginners. Area is mature pine forest with clearings and tracks to most corners, no vehicles allowed in the forest.

Being an autumn hunt we can target all animals. Stags will be wandering around and still in antler. There will be plenty of opportunity to shoot goats plus good numbers of deer.

Accommodation is large shearers quarters with bunks, kitchen, ablution block, running water etc. Need to bring sleeping bag, toiletries, food, cooker etc. Transport should be SUV or 4WD. Road in is not suitable for low or small cars.

Leave Thurs 14 th am and return Sunday 17 th pm (option to stay on and return Monday)

Topo map ref is BG41 and BG42 and bring GPS/Garmin/map etc. (38.669 177.545)

Transport. Arrange shared transport to save on fuel as long way to travel.

Limited to 8 participants. Briefing documents will be sent out to successful candidates. As we have a high level of interest in party hunts this will be run through a ballot process. 8 names will be drawn on the 22nd of April and successful applicants contacted shortly after this.

Cost is $30 per person.

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Gisborne/Hangaroa - Party Hunt (14/05/2026)