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Book your New Zealand hunt with us - we offer you total “peace of mind” that we will be at Christchurch Airport to meet your flight, transfer you to our warm & welcoming custom hunting lodge, where you will enjoy an outstanding hunt & lodge experience and after your hunt ensure that your trophies will arrive home in excellent condition, already mounted for display or prepared for your local taxidermy studio to mount.
If you need help with tour options around New Zealand either side of your hunt - let us know.
We are a 40 year plus family owned outfitting business that values you hunting with us & enjoying all that New Zealand has to offer!
Lindsay & Kim Fraser
Owner: Fraser Safaris NZ - Woodbury Safari Lodge
2025 Stag hunting promo video
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SPECIES SPOTLIGHT — THE RED STAG
Cervus elaphus | New Zealand's Most Iconic Trophy
There is no hunt quite like it. When the first cold breath of autumn rolls across the South Canterbury high country and the roar begins, something primeval stirs in every serious hunter. The Red Stag — majestic, powerful, and elusive — is widely regarded as the southern hemisphere's greatest trophy animal, and New Zealand produces the finest trophies in the world.
The Roar — New Zealand's Most Celebrated Hunting Season.
March and April mark the annual rut, known here simply as "the roar." Stags become bold, vocal and fiercely territorial — bugling across the valleys in a sound that, once heard, is never forgotten. It is the most thrilling and productive time to be on the hill, and at Woodbury Safari Lodge, we are perfectly placed to make the most of every moment.
What to Expect
Our Red Stag hunts are conducted across our private South Canterbury estate, with one-on-one guiding throughout. Your guide will read the land and the animals to put you in the best possible position for a clean, ethical shot at a trophy-class stag. We take pride in the quality of our animals — many carrying exceptional antler mass and spread that will make a stunning addition to any trophy room.
The Experience
A Fraser Safaris Red Stag hunt is about far more than the shot. It's the frost on the grass at first light, the sound of a stag roaring just over the ridge, the quiet satisfaction of a well-executed stalk — and the warmth of Woodbury Lodge waiting for you at day's end, with a fine meal, good company and stories worth sharing.
Availability is limited during the roar. We recommend booking early to secure your preferred dates.
Contact us today to plan your Red Stag hunt of a lifetime.
Woodbury Safari Lodge - owned by the Fraser family
Group hunts every season
Family hunts every season
honeymoon hunts every season
Graduation/anniversary hunts every season
NON HUNTER GUEST OPTIONS - SHOPPING, SPA, DAILY TOURS
“We are one of the longest established outfitter/guides in New Zealand, with 40 years of providing exceptional hunting opportunity to international trophy hunters, groups & families.
Our hunts are based from our magnificent 11,000 square foot luxury Woodbury Safari Lodge, on the South Island of New Zealand and in the heart of Stag, Tahr, Fallow & Chamois country. The lodge has a relaxed family atmosphere backed by the owners 24/7 and a small team of exceptional hunting guides and friendly lodge staff.
Our private hunting areas total over 55,000 acres plus a large Govt. Hunt Concession on public land.
We host hunters & families from all over the world including the USA, Canada, Asia & Europe.
We cater to all ages & adjust our hunts for all physical abilities. We maintain our vehicles & hunting equipment in top condition. We offer a wide range of quality rental firearms to enjoy during your hunt.
We continually strive to give our clients an excellent all round hunting experience in New Zealand. When you hunt with us you will have total “peace of mind” knowing that we will be at the airport to greet you, then provide you with an excellent hunt & lodge experience and get your trophies home to you after your hunt. 40 years ago, a long term commitment to advance the New Zealand trophy hunting industry was made by Lindsay Fraser.
Book now for 2026 or 2027!”
Woodbury Safari Lodge - base of operations for Fraser Safaris New Zealand - owned by the Fraser family.
selection of recent photos
Looking for a family hunt June/July 2026/2027 - give us a shout!
Woodbury Safari Lodge, South Island, New Zealand - custom built 11,000 square foot log & stone hunting lodge.
EARLY SEASON SUMMER VELVET TROPHY HUNTS
Starting 2024, we are offering special velvet trophy hunts for Red Stag and Elk. Hunt dates are January 8th - 13th, 2024 and 14th - 19th, 2024. Contact Lindsay Fraser for further details.
Visa requirement for travelling to New Zealand
From October 2019, non-residents traveling into New Zealand will require an ETA (Electronic Travel Authority). This is a simple 10 minute on-line process. This now brings New Zealand into line with our partnered Visa Waiver countries such as the USA & Canada etc.
Follow this link to get to the NZeTA information and application page
https://www.mmigration.govt.nz/new-zealand-visas/apply-for-a-visa/about-visa/nzeta
Woodbury Safari Lodge is your ideal destination for a group of hunting couples!
Red Stag (500 plus) taken by Ashley from Alabama.
all ages & Physical abilities welcome & we supply quality lodge rifles & SHOTGUNS. OVER 40 years guiding & outfitting in n.z.
Family hunts | Couples hunts | Honeymoon hunts | Anniversary Hunts (non hunters welcome to go along on the hunts)
MOUNTAIN & ESTATE HUNTING IN NEW ZEALAND
WE OFFER EXCEPTIONAL VALUE for hunts combining new zealand's number one purpose built hunting lodge and hunting that all of your family will love!
“If you are looking for a high quality hunt for world class South Pacific trophies, challenging free range & estate hunting areas, expert professional guides combined with exceptional luxury lodge accommodation & chef meals - talk to us now for a competetive price, book your hunt dates and let the planning begin for your New Zealand adventure!
Our New Zealand game herds exist because of managed conservation trophy hunting...
Lindsay Fraser has been an SCI Trophy Master Measurer since 1986”