What are some under-appreciated and lesser known international hunts?

[Northern Safari]

Curious to hear what some of the under appreciated or lesser known international hunts are, whether it be the destination or the game species itself.

From the North American hunters perspective I’d venture to guess the top 5 international hunting destinations would be:

1. South Africa
2. New Zealand
3. Spain
4. Scotland
5. Australia

What are some of the more hidden-gem type destinations and hunts or the up and coming destinations that the average guy isn’t initially thinking about?

 

[Cliff Gray]

BC spring bear. Not all are created equal but there are some epic hunts in beautiful areas... A lot of the time the logistics there are substantially easier than AK or even some of the western states.

 

[ozyclint]

I would say Australia but not for water buffalo. That seems all anybody comes here for.

Concerning lesser known hunts, how about Argentina?

 

[Northern Safari]

I would say Australia but not for water buffalo. That seems all anybody comes here for.

Concerning lesser known hunts, how about Argentina?

I was debating Argentina vs Australia for #5. Argentina seems like it’s set up like Texas South.

Regarding Australia the Water Buffalo is the first thing that comes to mind, followed by Banteng and Scrub Bull.

What other game are people missing out on?

 

[ozyclint]

Sambar, fallow, rusa, red, axis and hog deer. Camels, foxes, pigs, goats, rabbits, dingo.

Admittedly, there isn't many guided options for anything other than buffalo.
If you befriend a local with good access it could be a great hunt.

 

[3325]

Hawaii isn’t technically international for an American. But it strikes me as having that flavor. I want to hunt hogs on Kauai.

I’ve read that Romania has some good red deer and alpine game in the Carpathian Mountains. I have no idea what the prices and logistics of a Romanian hunt are.

 

[Northern Safari]

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Hawaii isn’t technically international for an American. But it strikes me as having that flavor. I want to hunt hogs on Kauai.

I’ve read that Romania has some good red deer and alpine game in the Carpathian Mountains. I have no idea what the prices and logistics of a Romanian hunt are.

Romania is a perfect example of a country that until recently, I had know idea was known for its hunting opportunities. Chamois, Red Deer, Fallow, brown bear etc.

Same goes for Croatia.

In Europe I feel like a lot of the eastern destinations get less attentions compared to Spain, Germany, Hungary etc.

 

[Reburn]

What was wrong with any of the half dozen threads you have started about this subject?

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Thread 'It's 2025, where are the most affordable guided hunts domestic and abroad?'

Feb 17, 2025

As we're all aware, the price of everything only goes up. Guided hunts are no exception to this rule and many that were once considered "affordable" to the middle class are no longer so.

I'm trying to compile a list of "affordable" options to pursue at home and abroad. My target budget is $20,000 CAD but let's call it $15,000 USD. This seems like an obtainable amount that can be saved up within a year or two.

Looking at today's prices, which guided hunts would be doable within this budget framework in North America and abroad?

The North American sheep are obviously well above...

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[Esteban]

Jump shooting blue footed boobies along the galapagos is pretty underrated

 

[CJ_BG]

New Caledonia Rusa deer. I will be going someday