Nov 07 We visited with what I think was Shane's biggest single party, a bunch of corporate dudes from all over NZ, we had fun on the range then some went on the river others to the hunting block after that we were treated to some fantastic food. If anyone wants to experience the real NZ stop your search now and give this man a call. Cheers Shane all the best to the team, hope the fishing trip goes well.

I am just surfing about New Zealand's Information Network and came across your site. It looks great, nice colours and lots of information about nz. New Zealand's Information Network also designed my site and it is going very well! Good luck with the business and site. - Christchurch New Zealand

I met my wife on ICQ in 98. I Met her in person on aug of 99. We were Married on Dec. 99. We now have the greatest son a man could ever want. My wife an I traveled NZ the whole month of aug. in 99. And I want everyone to know that NZ is the most Beautiful place I have ever been. I beleave God has Blessed this world with this Beautiful country. And I also feel that If you havent been to NZ you're missing out on the friendliest people You will ever meet. I just want to say to all the kiwi who read this thanks for the wormest, and best time ever. - TEXAS (USA)

We stayed here in August with our young family. We were made to feel at home and looked after extremely well. The boys miss the spa and we miss the cocktails after a long day on the slopes. We've got to return some day!! - Marlborough, England

Stayed here and we were very well looked after by Vanessa & Shane highly recommended to anyone wanting top quality service, peace and quiet Thank you - Cairns Australia

What a fantastic hunt I had for New Zealand Tahr. I can't wait to make it down there for the red stag hunt.
See you all in Reno.
Mike

Thank you Shane & Venessa!
I had no idea how beautiful the scenery would be during my Tahr and Chamois hunt. To top it off, thanks to you Shane,I was successful on both in just one day! Venessa I enjoyed our talk and have to say, you are a wonderful host!
"Good On Ya" Shane for your commitment to quality game management. The future of sustainable quality animals is ensured by outfitters like you! Good luck with all you efforts.
Scott Frey Michigan USA

I just returned from my second hunt with Shane Johnston and Four Seasons Safaris New Zealand. We hunted hard for six days on foot climbing and glassing for chamois and bull tahr. On the evening of the fifth day we had an opportunity at a good chamois - a cross canyon shot after a long climb and a full day of glassing. As we started down from the mountain top Shane spotted several chamois, pointed out the ram, and I got on the gun and took the shot. It took a second shot to put the ram down for good. The pack-out was long and difficult with Shane doing most of the work in the dark. Great job Shane!

The next morning we were back up in the high mountains looking for a good bull tahr. Our patience was rewarded as Shane pointed out a great bull coming straight down the mountain side toward our position. I took a close range shot and the bull went down - two great animals in two days after five days of strenuous hunting where we saw a good number of animalbut couldn't get a shot.

Shane Johnston is the most professional and ethical hunting guide I've ever hunted with internationally. Many thanks to Shane, his lovely wife Vanessa and young son Sam for hosting us on a wonderful hunt on the South Island. My two hunts with Shane and Four Seasons Safaris (2011 for red stag and 2012 for chamois and tahr) were the two best professionally outfitted hunts I've ever experienced in over 45 years of hunting. Good on ya, Mates!

My son, who travels the word as a videographer, recommended New Zealand and specifically Four Seasons Safari’s to me as a must do experience.  My wife and I met Shane at an SCI function in Fredericksburg, Texas and booked what turned out to be one of the best hunts of our lives.  The abundance and quality of game was beyond our expectations.  Our guide, Jim Gibson, was professional, knowledgeable and had a great sense of humor!  Jim, Shane and Vanessa made us feel comfortable and we came away feeling like part of the Four Season’s family.   This pristine, beautiful, friendly country was on our “bucket-list” as a once in a lifetime trip.  However, I will be returning for the roar of the stags again next year with seven fellow hunters to repeat the great experience!

I've been talking about someday going to New Zealand to see the country and to hunt for the intriguing Red Stag!  I bought my hunt two years ago at the Dallas Safari Convention to hunt with Shane Johnston at Four Seasons Safaris.  In April of this year my son Greg and I went to Four Seasons Safaris to hunt the Red Stag.  While we were at the airport in New Zealand going thru customs two other gentlemen were checking in their guns and asked where we were going to go hunt.  When I told them that I was hunting with Shane Johnston of Four Seasons Safaris they were so jealous!  They both said that Shane is a world known outfitter and that we would be well taken care of.  When we arrived, I found out that my husband CW had called Shane ahead of time and that I was going to hunt for a red stag over 400 inches!  Then I got nervous....we sigted in my gun and went over some safety issues and learned some key things from Shane that I never knew before like; how to hold your gun when lying on your stomach to make your shot successful, etc.  We glassed the country side to view different class of stags so that I got a sense of what I really wanted for my trophy.  On the hillside we spotted the Red Stag that I wanted as my trophy.  First of all I was in aww over the fact that I was sitting on the hill overlooking the most beautiful land around me and was there with my son!  When we were ready to go after my trophy.....I suddenly got nervous.  Needless to say I had quite the hunt of a lifetime and didn't take my trophy the first time.  After a long day of hunting we decided to start again the next day and find my trophy.  After long walks and steep hikes by late afternoon we spotted my Red Stag(I was relieved).  Then the nerves started again(I couldn't believe I was so nervous).  I think the excitement came because I still couldn't believe I was hunting with Shane in New Zealand and best of all had my son Greg there with me to share in my hunt.  After we got in the right spot, I put my gun up in position and shot my trophy Red Stag!  He moved toward the bushes and I had to make one more shot to take him down.  I then shot again and the most beautiful Red Stag I've ever seen was down. Then to my embarassment I started crying like a girl.  My emotions were about the challenge, excitement, and knowing that I just took down a magnificent animal.  Shane's wife Vanessa and their son Sam came to bring us some champagne and to celebrate the hunt!  That was one of the most memorable times watching Sam's excitement and giving my a high five!!!  The next day Shane took us fishing because my son Greg loves to fish.  Greg and I both enjoyed our accommodations while we were there.  Having a gourmet cook to make us breakfast and dinner everynight.  I told Greg this isn't normal.  Not all hunting places have there great accommodations.  I appreciated all that they did to make us feel comfortable.  Vanessa had arranged a tour by train which we took to the west coast.  That was a very cool thing to do while we were seeing the country!  We then rented a car and drove our way back through the tourist towns all the way to the east coast.  Greg said that he would love to come back here!  This won't be the last time that I will go to New Zealand.  I will be back again to hunt with Shane.  Wonderful experience.  Thanks guys!!!

I wanted to book a hunting safari for my partner as a surprise but I had little knowledge about the topic and was not even sure where I should begin. I was given the contact details for Shane of Four Seasons. The guidance and information I was given by Shane was second to none. Emails were always responded to in a very timely manner and nothing was ever too much trouble. The hunting safari itself was an amazing day and everything was taken care of. Not only do Four Seasons demonstrate knowledge, professionalism and passion but they are personable and happy to share their own experiences. This makes the whole thing more enjoyable. The service is outstanding and has exceeded my expectations at every step. Needless to say my partner had an amazing experience. Thank you to Shane for your commitment and service delivery, they are both second to none. We will certainly be back to experience this again in the future.