Testimonials

John Woolf, with considerable skill and encouragement got me into a position where I finally realised a long held hunting ambition… to take a bull tahr in the wild and free range. Taking a bull tahr seemed an almost impossible ambition but John Woolf was able to not only get me onto a trophy bull but get me off the mountain safely. I owe him a debt of gratitude for not only the trophy but also the experience of hunting in a pristine alpine environment in pursuit of the master of the mountains… Himalayan Tahr.   Read more …

- James Sloman, Australia

I’ve hunted with good guides and bad guides; good outfitters and awful outfitters. John Woolf is by the far the finest outfitter/guide with whom I have hunted. He does whatever it takes to make his clients comfortable, provide them with interesting experiences and knows how to find game. I’ll return to New Zealand and hunt with Hunters Paradise and John Woolf as long as I’m able.    Read more …

- Dave and Sharron – Wooster, Ohio.

My wife and I made our first trip to New Zealand in late April and early May of 2006. We spent one solid week hunting and the two weeks vacationing. I shot five species, from one of the most beautiful stags I’ve ever seen, to a Tahr that was over 13 1/8 inches. My wife went on every hunt, even though she chose not to shoot anything herself, and enjoyed every minute. We both really took a liking to John from the first day. He made each and every hunt fun and it seemed as if we’d known him forever.   Read more …

- Marty Lindstrand

We choose Hunters Paradise with John and Andrea by recommendation from a friend and because they called and wanted to get to know us before we came to New Zealand. Our entire honeymoon package was based on bookings they did through people they know and their connections. We have never done a guided hunt before or anything like what was provided for us on this trip but based on stories I have heard from others, mostly good, we have been spoiled for all other trips to come. For our first 5 days we traveled and spent time with John who was able to balance getting to know us, making us comfortable and still respecting that this was our “honeymoon”. It takes an incredible person to accomplish that and he did with grace.    Read more …

- Chloe & Travis Ellis

My name is Clint Bruggemann, I live in Montana, I have hunted all over the US and Canada and am very hard pressed to say I have ever had a better hunt or better Outfitter than John Woolf.   Read more …

- Clint Bruggemann – Montana USA

My wife and I have been fortunate enough to travel and hunt in several locations throughout the world for big game. Hunting with John Woolf and Hunter’s Paradise was one of the most incredible hunts we’ve been on. Just the scenery alone would make the trip worthwhile. Couple that with the great fellowship, wonderful food and abundance of quality game and you’ve got the experience of a lifetime.   Read more …

- Britt & Janine Ford – Fairfax, VA USA

I attribute my successful New Zealand hunting experience to knowledgeable guides, good animals, and great hosts. I rate John and his team at “Hunters Paradise” highly in these areas and strongly recommend contacting them if planning a trip to New Zealand. Feel free to contact me to discuss it further.   Read more …

- Brent (Bud) G. – Canby, Oregon.

John Woolf’s Hunter’s Paradise is exactly what the name implies and both Geri and I will return to hunt with John again and recommend that you take advantage of a superb outfitter, guide and all around good fella – John Woolf/Hunters Paradise.   Read more …

- Bob B. – Salem, Oregon, USA.

Women (and men too), I highly recommend John Woolf for a great guide!   Read more …

- Geri M. – Wilsonville, Oregon, USA

 

 

… if you ever get the chance, give Woolfy a shot. You won’t go home disappointed. I know a few people who have wasted a lot of time and effort hunting the wrong places with the wrong people. New Zealand is ripe for the picking, and Woolfy knows where to get them!   Read more …

- Nate D – Canby, Oregon, USA.

 

I am a keen upland game bird hunter, have now at the age of 60 become addicted to deer stalking. I met up with John Woolf, from Hunters Paradise while on a trip to the East Coast of New Zealand. We talked about guided deer hunts and asked if I would be keen to participate. Naturally I said yes. The hunt was successful and I managed to shot one of two red hinds. I truly recommend John as a guide for future deer hunts as it has been a pleasure to have meet a jovial and keen person.

- Tony Z. – New Zealand.

Both my son Ben and I had the adventure of a lifetime last summer when we chose a hunting trip guided by John Woolf of Hunters Paradise, Tokomaru Bay, New Zealand. We were after a Red deer stag. Two hours into the hunt John guided us to where we shot not just one, but two Red Deer stags. These stags were huge with good timbered heads of 11 and 13 points. We were rapt with the whole experience and could not have wished for a more professional and friendly guide than John.   Read more …

- Barry S – New Zealand.

Please feel free to give your potential clients my name as a reference. As a Professional Hunter, I am impressed by your attention to the details of your craft, evidenced by the successful turkey and goat hunts this last Friday. Although we traversed a steep terrain, you paced this old man (62 years) to take advantage of the opportunities and topography of the terrain. I can’t thank you enough for your patience.   Read more …

- Thomas R. Baker – Alva, Florida.

Certainly the idea was my husbands, but guys and gals both should not overlook the true experience of New Zealand hunting that John provides. From the moment we arrived we experienced great guide service, comfortable accomodations and awesome home cooked meals. I feel we were given a true taste of the Paradise that New Zealand affords.   Read more …

- Bob & Rhonda Hustons – Portland, OR USA

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