There’s a moment every hunter waits for—the first roar breaking the silence. Where you choose to be when it happens matters. Over the last two decades, many hunters have asked: “Should I go to Argentina or New Zealand?” The answer isn’t just about distance or pricing. It’s about authenticity, freedom, and the kind of hunting experience you want to live—and remember.
New Zealand has a long-standing tradition in red stag hunting, but most of its hunts take place inside really small high-fence operations, or in large properties surrounded by impassable natural barriers. While technically “free-range,” many of these areas are so geographically closed off that stags remain within them year-round, resulting in a semi-controlled population. Animals are often bred for antler size and introduced into these environments. You can still have a good hunt—but it’s a different kind of hunt.
In Argentina, the story is different. Our stags roam across vast expanses of real open country. No baiting or forced encounters. Just 5 million+ acres of uninterrupted wilderness, where human presence is minimal, and the wind decides how far your roar will carry. This isn’t a curated game. It’s the natural cycle of survival, played out in one of the most remote corners of the world.
In March and April, La Pampa and Patagonia comes alive. The rut begins. Bulls call out over hills and through dry caldén forests, competing for dominance. You glass ridge lines at first light. You move quietly, reading wind and terrain. You work for your shot—and that’s exactly what makes it unforgettable. There’s a reason hunters keep coming back: the landscape is challenging, the animals are smart, and nothing feels scripted.
In New Zealand, while the scenery is beautiful, most of the hunts follow a fixed structure. You’ll often be driven to a small high-fence area, shown a group of stags, and left to pick a trophy. It works for some. But if you’re looking for the full hunt—the silence, the tracking, the uncertainty, and the reward—Argentina gives you more.
Argentina offers direct access from the U.S. and Europe, a streamlined travel process. Once here, our team handles every detail: from airport pickup to fine wine poured fireside. The cultural experience is rich—our asados are slow-cooked, our stories long, and our lodges, luxury in wild, quiet but full of soul. It’s not just about the hunt. It’s about where you’re standing when it ends, and who you share it with.
If you want a real red stag hunt—the kind that lives in your chest long after the shot—come to Argentina. Come hunt with us.
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