Welcome to New Zealand Custom
Outfitters
New Zealand Custom Outfitters is proud to provide hunting and fishing enthusiasts
worldwide with amazing experiences that are totally unique to New Zealand. We offer
premium hunts in New Zealand at top locations personally selected by the outfitter on both
New Zealand's North and South Island.
New Zealand Custom Outfitters was established in 2001 by our Outfitter/Professional
Hunter Jason Kidd. The aim of New Zealand Custom Outfitters is to provide the most
memorable hunting and fishing adventures in the clean, rugged and beautiful New Zealand.
Jason brings his life-long passion for the outdoors and wealth of experience to every
custom planned safari.
Jason has written of his hunting adventures in New Zealand Outdoor Magazine, be sure to
check them out. Jason's knowledge and communication skills are respected by many
worldwide. He is also an international member of the SCI and an Official SCI Measurer.
"I found Jason to be very
professional and found that he really enhanced my hunting experience in New Zealand. I
really enjoyed my red stag hunt with my new friend Jason Kidd."
Charlie Ingram - Hunting University
With deep connections on both the North Island and South Island of New Zealand, we can
confidently put together exciting Safari Packages, from Red
Stag hunts in the Southern Alps to Big Game Fishing charters. Contact Jason and his team
and we'll create your ultimate 'multi-target' adventure in New Zealand.
Hunting:
Let us take you to the premier locations to hunt for an amazing array of big game in New
Zealand. Superior genetics and game management make our wilderness areas the best in the
World for record breaking Red Stags.
The quarry of choice for hunters visiting New Zealand are Red Stags, Himalayan Tahr,
European Chamois and Elk (New Zealand Wapiti). All of these species were introduced to New
Zealand from overseas 80 to 150 years ago. There are no indigenous mammals here and
therefore very few predators.
We specialize in custom tailored hunting adventures throughout New Zealand. A range of
other unique big game species are available in New Zealand including Sika, Sambar, Fallow,
Bush Bulls, Wild Boar, Goat and Ram can provide world class trophies. See our HUNTING page for more information.
Fishing:
 With over 9,000 miles (15,000 km)
of coastline and variable sub-tropical waters, New Zealand is home to some magnificent
fishing areas. The warmer waters of the far north bring marlin, tuna, snapper, sharks and
the World's largest Yellowtail Kingfish.
Big game fishing in New Zealand is hot. Blue and black marlin have been caught in
excess of 1000lbs. Mako sharks were also caught in the 1000+ pounds range. (Ask us how
this is done!)
We are proud to offer awesome Land Based Game fishing and have access to the charter
boats, commercial and private.
Evan's 70lb Kingfish caught from shore.
Fresh water fly fishing safaris for brown trout, rainbows and salmon are also very
popular with visiting anglers.
See our FISHING page for more details on sea and fresh water
fishing in New Zealand.
At New Zealand Custom Outfitters, we specialize in organizing unique hunting and
fishing adventures throughout New Zealand.
Have a browse around our web site and feel free to Contact us
for any reason. We'd love to hear from you.
Affiliations:
SCI - Safari Club International (official measurer)
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Magnificent Red Stag of New Zealand in his mountain home.
About New Zealand
New Zealand is situated about 1,600 miles (2,500 km) southeast of Australia in the South
Pacific Ocean. New Zealand consists primarily of two islands, the North Island and the
South Island with a total area of 166,000 square miles (268,000 sq. km) or roughly the
size of Colorado.
 New
Zealand has a population of just over 4 million with the majority living in the major
centers. This leaves plenty of quiet and uncrowded wilderness areas to explore. The main
cities in New Zealand (Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Queenstown and Dunedin)
host millions of visitors each year and have all modern amenities. Both islands are
serviced by world class airports including international airports in Auckland, Wellington,
Christchurch, Dunedin and Queenstown.
Geographically, New Zealand covers a lot of latitude from about 34 to 48 degrees south
of the equator. This means there are many regional climatic zones. The climate in most
parts of the country is moderate, however, snow can be expected at higher elevations in
the winter months (from May to September). Summer temperatures are generally warm and
winter temperatures can be mild to very cold, throughout the country.
Being in the Southern Hemisphere, the seasons in New Zealand are opposite to those in
the Northern Hemisphere. Summer in the USA is winter in New Zealand. New Zealand is also
17 ahead of EST.
Charlie Oys with his magnificent trophy Himalayan Bull Tahr.
Situated in the beautiful Southern Alps, the highest point in New Zealand is Mt. Cook
at an elevation of 12,316 ft (3,754 m). Mt. Cook is of interest to international climbers,
tourists and hunters. The range is snow peaked year round and is always an amazing sight.
New Zealand Custom Outfitters is based 3 hours of Christchurch and Queenstown
International airports, within a few hours to the Southern Alps and even closer to the
eastern ranges.
Hunting University's Dirt King with his 11x13 Red Stag.
Prime hunting locations are situated in the eastern ranges of the Southern Alps. These
are private ranches and wilderness areas and are within two hours by vehicle from
Christchurch International Airport.
Accommodations can range from tenting to hotels and lodges depending on your
preference. Satisfied clients will always be talking about "Kiwi Hospitality"
that comes included with every adventure we are involved with.
For more general information on New Zealand, travel and links, see our General Information and Links page.
New
Zealand Custom Outfitters Limited
405 Anama- Valetta Rd
R.D.8 , Ashburton 7778
New Zealand Telephone: +64 27 684-4759
Email: info@huntfishadventures.co.nz
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