Looking at flying into a block to chase some Sika or Reds. Who would people recommend? Heli-sika? or someone else? I would be keen to know more but on a reasonable budget. Maybe 3-4 guys? Let me know your thoughts.
Thanks
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Looking at flying into a block to chase some Sika or Reds. Who would people recommend? Heli-sika? or someone else? I would be keen to know more but on a reasonable budget. Maybe 3-4 guys? Let me know your thoughts.
Thanks
I have no personal experience but have heard lots of good stuff about this guy, Chris Crosse. Right sort of area for you as well
East Kaweka Helicopters, New Zealand
You cam’t go past him. Excellent.Quote:
Originally Posted by Pengy
+1
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Chris is a top bloke
+1 for Chris Crosse,
Flew with him a few months ago
Chris has Ahimanawa private blocks on Maori land with plenty of both species mate. Get into it
I have flown with Chris before.
He's a top bloke that you can rely on and I highly recommend him.
His prices are good too.
Give him a ring and have a chat.
Cheers
Pete
Seems your questions answered
Your from the H.B. area so it makes sense to fly with Chris rather than drive to Taupo. Haven't flown in with Helisika for a few years so not sure what their blocks are like now
Was going to suggest those too. They have a lot of animals but can be hard hunting in certain blocks (tight bush).Quote:
Originally Posted by Hunt4life
Chris is a top bloke to deal with and will put you right.
Ahimanawa Hunting Blocks
Thats good info James,, Ive hunted some of those blocks when Helisika had access to them, plenty of animals and reasonable accessible if your fairly fit
We have got Kit Fox late April.Quote:
Originally Posted by kiwijames
I'd stay away from Heli sika they are rude and just want your money!!!!
LOL thanks for the advice...seems I need to look no further....Quote:
Originally Posted by kingstoncowboy
They all want your money,,,, Used be good with the previous owner, not sure now
I donated our old fire place to heli sika (wood burner with flu etc) to put into one of their huts and didn't even get "thanks" fukin rude!
Yep flown with them three times none of them good experiences. Ring EKHQuote:
Originally Posted by kingstoncowboy
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Originally Posted by TJM
Maybe, because none of them are so ultruistic that they would do it for free. But Chris wants less of it than the others.
There's a lot more to it than money. Service is everything, especially when in the back country. I've heard nothing back great feedback about Chris Crosse going beyond expectations to see his clients get what they need to enjoy their trip and receive value for money.
Anyone know a rough price for a trip without me annoying them with a booking request? Would like to do this with a few mates but at a later date, maybe next year. 3-4 nights. Thanks
Approx $700 for the R44 will get you to most places in the Kaweka's, limited to 2 people plus gear or 3 people with very little gear (it comes down to weight not volume) with 3 people !!.He is now running a 500e but not sure of $ rates for that (better for 3 people). The private land blocks are more as you pay a per day fee for being thereQuote:
Originally Posted by Sniper
I will use Chris Crosse any day, he is helpful on deer in the area and a good operator .If you are looking for a hunt on your own or in want to fit into a party just ring him .
As for helisika ?????
