Anglers are gearing up for a good trout fishing season in the tributary rivers of Southland’s major lakes. These opened November 1st. Other Southland rivers opened October 1st. Te Anau Fish and Game officer Bill Jarvie said large numbers of trout, especially rainbow trout, were expected. Western tributaries were expected to have larger than normal trout. This was a result of trout in these areas being more mature and the abundance of better quality food for the fish, such as large insects and mice.
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Fishing Vacations
Fishing Vacations
From the rivers to the lakes... and out to the sea – Experience World class Fishing Vacations
Whether it is the world’s finest wild brown trout that lures you to New Zealand, or maybe it’s the famous Taupo rainbows, the salmon or big game, superb fly fishing or light tackle spinning the spectacular environment will exhilarate you, the new techniques required will challenge you and the rewards can be fabulous.
All year round Fishing Vacations
There is great trout fishing year round in New Zealand's outstanding rivers and lakes. Summer river fly fishing October-May is available throughout both islands. In winter, you’ll find the world’s best fresh water rainbow trout runs in the central North Island. Boat fishing is available throughout the year in Rotorua, Taupo and some South Island lakes.
Saltwater Fishing
Zane Grey made the Bay of Islands world famous in 1929 for it’s enormous marlin. The reputation continues today. The Lodges of New Zealand provide access to the best charter boats for deep sea fishing; plus light tackle fishing for fighting kingfish and kahawai.
Discover New Zealand's Finest Fishing Lodges
Blanket Bay - Heli-fishing... Allow us to plan and arrange helicopter fishing trips, where we can take you to stretches of water possibly not fished this season by any other anglers, where you will stalk wild rainbow and brown trout. Inaccessible to vehicles, and accessed by foot only over great time and difficulty. Helicopter access makes the most of these virtually untouched waters.
Charter a fishing boat or the Hurakia launch to take you to Auckland’s fishing and diving grounds. Let your pilot/guide fly you to an exclusive fishing spot on a highly organized fishing adventure. The trips include: all fishing equipment (rods, reels bait, tackle) and a 30-minute scenic helicopter flight each way.
Within a few minutes drive of Breckenridge Lodge are some wonderful rivers, a fisherman’s paradise, that all offer a mix of wild rainbow and brown trout fishing opportunities. The Tuki Tuki and Tutaekuri rivers are rated as some of the best all year-round rivers, and provides some of the most exciting and rewarding fishing experiences, a challenge to any angler.
Set on the banks of the famous Tongariro River and in easy reach of other outstanding trout rivers, lakes and tributaries in the Taupo region, River Birches provides the perfect location for your fly fishing adventure. Access to professional guides is easily arranged and fly fishing gear is available at the lodge if required. If you’d like to fish near River Birches, you can catch world-class trout just 50 metres from the lodge!
Hawke’s Bay offers a wide range of fishing opportunities. The bay's major rivers, the Mohaka, Tutkuir, Ngaruroro, Waipawa and Tukituki, are populated with wild brown and rainbow trout. An experienced local guide with a four wheel drive vehicle will pick you up at the Lodge and take you to one of more than 20 different rivers or lakes. Alternatively, we can arrange a true wilderness fishing experience utilizing a helicopter, to take you to remote rivers and streams that abound with trout. The fly fishing trip will be tailored to your individual needs and skill level, giving you access to the finest fishing New Zealand has to offer.
Fresh fish is what the Marlborough Sounds is famous for, so why not catch your own? Fishing charters can be arranged from inner Sounds fishing excursions (catch and release blue cod) to extreme outer Sounds fishing expeditions. Cruise in style with experienced skippers who know the best spots.
Enjoy a stunning fishing vacation at Grasmere. Our guides are members of the New Zealand Professional Fishing Guides Association (NZPFGA), and clients will receive fishing tuition, guiding and equipment to one of the highest standards provided within the industry.
The Motueka River on our doorstep is reported to support the highest population of brown trout in New Zealand. The Nelson Tasman region is world renown for stalking and sight casting to large wild brown trout in crystal clear pristine waters. The lodge provides expert fly fishing guides and all fly fishing tackle to enable guest to explore dozens of river systems by road and by helicopter to remote backcountry streams. A chance to catch the fish of a lifetime!
Canterbury has a fantastic range of fishing options. Your hosts at Claremont will be glad to arrange guided trout, salmon or sea fishing for you or try our ultimate fishing trip that combines these options with a 30km Jet boat ride amongst unspoiled countryside and off the spectacular Kaikoura coast.
Tiritiri Lodge & Fishing on the Clutha.. Whether you want to drift fish,or explore the lakes and streams, we can match a knowledgeable guide to help you.
If this is your first time take a lesson - you'll love it! Or just take a rod and walk from the lodge to the Clutha River for a trout.
The Lodge at Kauri Cliffs affords spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean. Cape Brett and the offshore Cavalli Islands are part of the panorama which can be viewed from the verandas, lounge and restaurant.
Helicopter charters can be arranged for you to experience the ultimate in heli-fishing. Head out by helicopter to a remote rock ledge above a deepwater drop off in search of monster Snapper or Kingfish. Our helicopter operators are the pioneers of helifishing and after almost two decades have discovered some great locations and an understanding of what makes fishermen happy.
Treetops offers world-class fly fishing with some of the country’s top guides. We have a diverse range of waters available to us and with your guide you will fish some of the most beautiful areas in the country boasting some of the best year-round brown and rainbow trout fishing in the world. For anglers wishing to enjoy boat and fly fishing in the Rotorua region, Treetops offers daily guided fishing ventures with experienced, professional guides, whether it be by 4WD or helicopter.
Eagles Nest & Sea Fishing. The Bay of Islands provides the angler with the opportunity to catch or target any of the gamefish species which migrate and frequent our coastal waters from December through to June. Black Marlin & Blue Marlin & Striped Marlin & and don't forget our magnificent Broadbill & are all available over our summer months.
This iconic New Zealand property was originally founded as a fishing lodge in the 1920s. The size and fighting spirit of Taupo’s famous trout still draws keen anglers to Huka Lodge to this day however the legendary hospitality and top international award rankings are also equally responsible. Guests enjoy boat fishing on Lake Taupo and fly fishing on the many rivers and streams that feed her.
The large braided Waiau, Hurunui and Clarence Rivers are home to some of the most challenging and elusive brown trout and sea run salmon in the South Island. Guides are available to give visitors the best advantage of catching their fish, take a jet boat down the Waiau for a scenic fishing trip of a lifetime, or just grab a rod and find a quiet spot to cast in solitude.
There is no other way to describe it. Fifteen fishable lakes, a myriad of streams and three different species of trout to fish for using virtually every conceivable legal method known to anglers.There really is something for everyone, whether it is trophy sized rainbow or brown trout boat fishing on lakes that have large numbers of more "normal" sized fish or stalking fish along lake or stream margins.
Whare Kea is ideally located near the famous rivers, streams and lakes of Otago and Southland where fishing for either trout or salmon is a favourite past-time. The season runs from October through to May with the best months from October till March. Local guides are necessary and remote locations require the use of the helicopter.
Lake Taupo Lodge & Lake and River fishing.. The first trout were liberated into the waters of Lake Taupo, New Zealand's largest lake, in 1887. They were the Californian Brown Trout and the Californian Rainbow Trout. There is an excellent chance of catching late and early run rainbows and large browns, and it's quite likely you could have a whole day of fishing without seeing another angler.
Fish the wilderness rivers and streams of Fiordland and Southland for rainbow and brown trout. Fly fishing only, our experienced local guides strongly promote “catch and release”.
