Testimonials
    Lochinvar Safaris

    Testimonials

    John Heymans, USA
    During my hunt Mark made every effort to make it a success. His ability to locate game and his knowledge of the local geography is superb. It was quick to see that he is well respected by his colleagues in the hunting community and well established with the ranches and its owners. His commitment to his clients is excellent. The Gold Medal Red Stag, Bull Tahr and Fallow Deer all exceeded my expectations.

    The accommodations were first class and the food excellent. My wife and I received a warm welcome with Jerry and Leigh Basinger at the Victoria Villa. Without hesitation I would recommend that you put yourself in Mark's capable hands.
    Steve & Judy
    We wanted to let you know what a fantastic time we had. We were both happy with the animals that were taken. Ian took care of us from the time we arrived to the day we left.

    The accommodations were first-class and comfortable. Joy was great to be around, always so pleasant. She was always looking after us, making us feel at home.

    What you have shown us, is a first-class operation, staffed with first-class people.
    Sandi, USA
    I always have a great time hunting with you and my Prada Boy is beautiful. The lodge, the WINE and the food were wonderful and even though I got one fallow, I would take another color.

    Joy was wonderful and I just cannot say enough about how much fun I had. I came home 1/2 lb up but have lost it and another 1/4. I have also tried two 30 min workouts like you suggested and they are working out much better for me. They go much quicker and I am not so bored.

    Thanks, plan on coming back to South Carolina when you can.
    Julie and Bill Smith
    I wanted to let you know what an absolutely wonderful time Bill and I had at Lochinvar Safaris. Not only was Bill well-pleased with his animals, but we were both impressed with you and your staff's hospitality and ability to go above and beyond the call of duty. To be welcomed as a member of your extended Lochinvar family is a great compliment to how you run your business and lodge.

    The accommodations were first-class and beyond comfortable (I already purchased some of those towels from Cosco.) One of the best parts of staying at the lodge was Joy. She made us feel so at home and we enjoyed learning about her life and travels...not to mention her cooking! We have stayed in many fine hotels all over the US, but we have never eaten so well. 

    Both Matt and Kieron were wonderful, each one knowlegeable in his field and willing to share that knowledge. We so enjoyed spending time with them. Next time I will make sure Bill has the correct footwear and that we give Kieron more of an idea what we would like to tour. Even with our lack of planning he was able to show us the astonishing beauty of New Zealand. 

    What you have shown us, Mark, is how wonderful New Zealand's people can be!
    Marc Hansen
    I enjoyed my first experience with Mark enough that I scheduled a 21 day safari with him hunting in both New Zealand and Australia. On this trip, my wife came along as an observer. We spent 14 days in New Zealand hunting both the North and South Islands, as we spent seven days in Australia. On this trip we took 13 trophies, all SCI Record Book animals. Of the 13 animals taken, six were Top Ten, Red Stage, Goat, Whitetail Deer, Sambar, Blackbuck and Water Buffalo. My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed the adventure with Mark.
    Without hesitation I would recommend Mark for your hunting guide.
    Oliver L Peacock
    I have know Mark Harrison for approximately four years and have hunted with him in the US and New Zealand. During my entire association with Mark, he has demonstrated professionalism and competence of the highest order.

    My wife and I will continue to book hunts with him in New Zealand, as we consider him to be tops in his profession.
    Rick Lovell
    This letter of recommendation comes as the result of a hunt for Red Stag and Tahr my wife Nikki and I completed in May 2006. The entire experience from booking to final farewell in Queenstown more than exceeded our expectations.

    Take at least (10) days in New Zealand to hunt and enjoy the country. We'll return again some day. I would not hesitate to recommend this experience to the most particular person I know.
    Ton and Lori Kutter
    If you want an average hunt, do the average thing. Hunt Tahr from a helicopter.
    If you want an extraordinary hunt, do what we did. Book a hunt with Mark Harrison and Lochinvar Safaris. We were put on world class Tahr, and given a world class hunting experience...on foot!

    For us, it put "fair" back in "fair chase". The memories and feeling of accomplishment will stay with us forever. It felt good to know we were hunting, and not just shooting. Our guides took care to make sure the pace was set to us as individuals, challenging, but never beyond our abilities.

    Regardless of what we did, our needs were not just met, they were exceeded. Transportation, food, accommodations, and photo opportunities were outstanding. Each evening we relived our day's experience with our guides and our innkeepers over delicious home cooked meals and comfortable surroundings. We consider all of them friends for life.

    While Tahr hunting was the main reason for our trip, we took excellent Elk, Fallow Deer, and Red Stag. New Zealand and the people have much to offer. From sight-seeing to shopping, even the non-hunters in your group can't help but have a good time. New Zealand's unique, high quality wool and fur products make perfect gifts and keepsakes (it's a little known fact, but Mark is an excellent personal shopper. Opossum and hunting boots are his specialties!).

    Without hesitation, we give Mark, Orrin, and all of Lochinvar Safaris our highest endorsement. We can't wait to go back.

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