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.