Metanoia Ventures

Metanoia Ventures is Tomas (TJ) Jacques's hunting operation offering both private estate and free-range hunts in New Zealand. Species include red stag, fallow buck, wapiti, tahr and chamois, giving clients options from highland free-range stalking through to estate hunting with trophy-grade animals. The operation also runs a "Veterans Trip" programme — a dedicated hunting experience for military veterans, reflecting TJ's commitment to the hunting community beyond purely commercial outfitting.

The business name — Metanoia, meaning a transformative change of mind or heart — signals TJ's view of hunting as something more than a transaction. The experience is framed around the whole journey: the country, the people, the challenge and the sense of perspective that comes from time in New Zealand's backcountry.

Metanoia Ventures is listed on bookyourhunt.com as well as operating direct bookings, giving the operation good international visibility. The estate + free range combination makes it a flexible choice for clients ranging from first-time New Zealand visitors wanting a guided experience on known ground to experienced hunters who want to work hard for a wild trophy.