• No you do not need to bring your own rifle, we do have rifles here for you to use.

• If you wish to bring your own rifle you need to apply at least 30 days prior to your trip with NZ Police.  https://www.police.govt.nz/advice/firearms-and-safety/visitor-firearms-licence-and-import-permits 

• We would recommend bringing calibar between .270 - .300Mag.

• You will require the following information for your application:

  • ​Address: Doughboy Hunting Lodge, Doughboy Road, Murchison, South Island, New Zealand 7007

  • Phone: +64 3 523 9249

  • Alex's Firearms No.: Please contact us directly for this.

• Non residents traveling into New Zealand will require an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA). Application for an ETA is a simple 10 minute online process. Use this link to access the Immigration NZ ETA information and application web page:   

• https://www.immigration.govt.nz/new-zealand-visas/apply-for-a-visa/about-visa/nzeta 

• New Zealand weather can be very unpredictable. With the Trophy Hunting Season running from February to the end of July, you may be hunting in a varied range of conditions.

• Below is a recommend gear list for a stay of seven days. Keep in mind we recommend you hunt in layered clothing and to avoid bulky / heavy clothes:

  • 2 pairs hunting trousers - light to medium weight

  • 2 shirts - 1 light and 1 medium weight

  • 4 pairs hunting socks

  • 2 sets polyprop shirt and pants

  • Light weight jacket

  • 1 warm hunting jacket

  • 1 set of high quality, light weight and breathable rain gear (Pants and Jacket)

  • 1 pair waterproof gloves

  • 1 warm hat or cap

  • 1 pair hunting boots (Please clean well before bringing over)

  • Binoculars

  • Day Pack

  • Head Lamp

  • Camera

  • Sunglasses

• If bringing your own rifle, bring two packets of ammunition, preferably what your gun is shot in with.

• Note: Your clothes will be washed at the lodge, when required.

• Our Taxidermist is based in Christchurch, in the South Island. We will arrange shipment of your trophies to the Taxidermist for either expediting or mounting.

• Two permits are required. One is the CITES permit and the other is a Ministry of Agriculture permit. Our Taxidermist will arrange both permits for you.

Contact us today for more information on pricing and packages.