Leithen Valley Hunts

For three generations, the Stewart/Burke Family has protected and preserved what we believe is the finest habitat for world-class trophy game animals in New Zealand, providing the discriminating hunter with the vast terrain and expanse necessary for a fair chase trophy experience of a lifetime.

Originally Leithen Valley Hunts was started by Alan and Sue Stewart over 30 years ago, now daughter Rachel Burke along with husband Olly Continue the Tradition of providing Quality hunts with a true New Zealand family feel. Rachel Has spent her life dreaming of one day taking over the Business and now she is living her dream.

Our lodges are located in the South Island of New Zealand. Within a matter of a few hours, you can experience tropical coastlines, rugged mountain peaks and fertile  

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river valleys cloaked by dense forests.

Our guides know the Leithen Valley area extensively and work hard to give you a hunt that is both memorable and enjoyable. As an experienced hunter yourself, you’ll know that skill plays a big part in any hunt. Our guides are there to make sure that luck, coupled with your own experience, dedication and good equipment, is on your side.

The keynote to our hunting operation is individual attention from first to last; your hunt being attended to personally by Rach and Olly Burke, owners and operators of Leithen Valley Trophy Hunts New Zealand.

We invite you to become part of our Leithen Valley Family and enjoy our passion for the hunting experience.