PLEASURE IN THE PURSUIT
Monarch is New Zealand’s home of world-class hunting, genuine hospitality, and unforgettable adventure. From record-setting red stag and alpine Bull Tahr hunts to guided fly fishing and scenic helicopter flights we offer curated experiences across majestic South Island terrain. At our private lodge you’ll find refined comfort in nature: sweeping views, intimate hospitality, and moments crafted just for you.
HUNT
PURSUE THE EXTRAORDINARY
The home of world record red stags, mature bull tahr and big fallow bucks. We offer big game hunting in the stunning southern alps in terrain that caters to all levels of fitness.
STAY
LUXURY IN NATURE
Our architecturally designed lodge offers space, privacy, and warmth. Panoramic views, refined comforts, and country hospitality make it the perfect sanctuary between pursuits.
EXPLORE
WE CRAFT HUNTING & HOLIDAY ADVENTURES
Enjoy the benefit of having your very own holiday curator who can take care of your entire NZ itinerary. Transport, accommodation and New Zealand’s must see and do bucket list items.
EXPERIENCE
THE MONARCH DIFFERENCE
Led by All Black great Luke Romano and our seasoned guiding team, Monarch blends professionalism with a warmth and fun that make every pursuit unforgettable.
Hunting Experiences
Hunt the largest Red Stags in the world inside our private estate, Fiery Peak Station. Our genetics produce world record‑breaking trophies and roaring stags that will test your skill by rifle or bow.
RED STAG HUNTs
Scale the Southern Alps in pursuit of old‑man bulls. Choose to stalk on foot, traverse by 4×4 or arrive by helicopter for an unforgettable alpine adventure. We even offer overnight backcountry huts or spike camps.
Bull Tahr
Active all day and commonly engage in fights. The Fallow buck is the most aggressive deer species in New Zealand. Hunt 3 distinct colours: Chocolate, Brown or White. A great rug or throw for when you get home.
Fallow Buck
New Zealand’s big horn sheep. Chase these “Wiley” rams throughout our property, great as an additional animal to your Red Stag hunting experience. Hunted all year round.
Arapawa Ram
Chamois are our agile monarch’s of the mountains and the most challenging game species to hunt in New Zealand. We opt for heli-hunting to pursue these elusive creatures.
Chamois
Experience Elk bugling in New Zealand. Giant bulls on par with North American trophies. Elks often 6×6 or 7×7 with main beams exceeding 50 inches.
Elk
Experiences BEYOND THE HUNT
Our concierge team can design a completely personalised itinerary, ensuring every day feels as memorable as your time on the mountain.
Not every guest comes to hunt and that’s part of the beauty. While you pursue the extraordinary, companions can enjoy spa treatments, boutique shopping in Geraldine, helicopter flights over the Southern Alps, private wine tastings in nearby vineyards, fly-fishing clear alpine streams or simply unwind by the heated pool at Kakahu Lodge with a glass of Central Otago Pinot Noir.
Every Monarch experience is about connection to the land, to the people, and to the rare stillness that New Zealand offers.
DAVID CURTIS - 500+
I went to Monarch not knowing what to expect From stepping off the airplane I was meet with warmth and after arriving at the lodge it was like a homecoming. The team made hunting an incredible experience. Taking a SCI ranked stag was astounding.
I have been twice and am planning a return trip and staying longer to explore New Zealand
KATIE ELDRIDGE
My experience with the Team at Monarch Pursuits was exceptional. I am a 64 year old female and have a couple of health issues. Luke took exceptional care to insure that I was successful in my hunt. The Gunwerks rifle they provided performed flawlessly.
I was so thrilled to be able to do this epic adventure at my age. The lodging was beautiful and extremely comfortable. The food could not have been better. Not to mention the superb New Zealand wines. So guess what. We are going back next year!
SEELY FAMILY
Absolutely amazing five days, beautiful place, amazing experience and memories created that we will never forget.
Luke, Humphrey, Bec and Richard made us feel at home and created a magical vacation harvested 14 animals that were absolutely amazing. We will be back!!
LED BY ALL BLACK
LUKE ROMANO
I have been very lucky in life that I have got to travel the world and see some amazing places in my job as a rugby player. However, my heart and feet have always been firmly rooted in the towering Southern Alps around Canterbury.
I grew up in those hills and today I am just as happy in a 5,000 acre back country field as “on the field”. Yet playing for the All Blacks and the Crusaders has given me one thing I always carry, an incredible sense of pride in New Zealand.
Monarch is a manifestation of that pride – it gives me the ability to do what I love, roaming the mountains and showing off “my home” to international travellers, sharing the same passions as I do for fine New Zealand cuisine, local wines, out of this world luxury lodges and mind blowing outdoor experiences.
Luke Romano
Monarch Founder