Tauranga Marine Charters - Manutere 

4.3/5 (185 reviews)
 Pier D34 Tauranga Bridge Marina, 101 Awanui Drive , Tauranga, 3116, New Zealand

Tauranga Marine Charters - Manutere 

4.3/5 (185 reviews)
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Pier D34 Tauranga Bridge Marina, 101 Awanui Drive
Tauranga, New Zealand

Tauranga Marine Charters - Manutere offers fishing trips in the scenic Bay of Plenty. Experienced crew, solid catch, and a comfortable boat is what you're getting when you come along. If you've been wanting to try getting Snapper, Trevally, John Dory, and other reef inhabiting fish, book your spot!

Tauranga Marine Charters is the brainchild of Captain Brett Keller. A seasoned angler himself, Captain Brett has been fishing for over three decades. His vast experience will be of hand when taking on these feisty and tasty fish.

You will be fishing aboard Manutere, a 44' custom made boat that can accommodate large groups. Up to 20 anglers can book a day trip, and parties of up to 10 can book some of the longer outings. The boat is rigged with navigational electronics, has a multimedia system, a toilet, and stores life jackets. You will also have at your disposal a first mate.

In terms of the fishing gear—bring your own, or rent it onboard. These are the prices based on the style and technique:
- $25.00 - Bottom Fishing Rod,
- $25.00 - Bait,
- $50.00 - Hapuka Fishing Rod, electric reel
- $25.00 - per Trace + $25.00 - Bait.

When packing for the trip, you will want to bring sunblock, a cap, sunnies, comfortable clothes, and footwear. You won't need a fishing license.

So, what about styles and fishing grounds? The deep dwellers are mostly around the beautiful Tuhua (Mayor Island). Motiti island boasts a fine array of shallower waters and is superb for fishing the table fare species.

Choose the package you like, and join Capt. Brett!

Tauranga Marine Charters - Manutere offers fishing trips in the scenic Bay of Plenty. Experienced crew, solid catch, and a comfortable boat is what you're getting when you come along. If you've been wanting to try getting Snapper, Trevally, John Dory, and other reef inhabiting fish, book your spot!

Tauranga Marine Charters is the brainchild of Captain Brett Keller. A seasoned angler himself, Captain Brett has been fishing for over three decades. His vast experience will be of hand when taking on these feisty and tasty fish.

You will be fishing aboard Manutere, a 44' custom made boat that can accommodate large groups. Up to 20 anglers can book a day trip, and parties of up to 10 can book some of the longer outings. The boat is rigged with navigational electronics, has a multimedia system, a toilet, and stores life jackets. You will also have at your disposal a first mate.

In terms of the fishing gear—bring your own, or rent it onboard. These are the prices based on the style and technique:
- $25.00 - Bottom Fishing Rod,
- $25.00 - Bait,
- $50.00 - Hapuka Fishing Rod, electric reel
- $25.00 - per Trace + $25.00 - Bait.

When packing for the trip, you will want to bring sunblock, a cap, sunnies, comfortable clothes, and footwear. You won't need a fishing license.

So, what about styles and fishing grounds? The deep dwellers are mostly around the beautiful Tuhua (Mayor Island). Motiti island boasts a fine array of shallower waters and is superb for fishing the table fare species.

Choose the package you like, and join Capt. Brett!

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Rating

4.3
185 reviews
4.1
Boat & equipment
4.5
Captain & crew
4.3
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (50)

What anglers say

90%
Great experience
76%
Family friendly
99%
Friendly captain
94%
Good boat
88%
Recommended
85%
Caught fish

All reviews (185)

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Fiona Keegan
Fiona Keegan
nz
New Zealand
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
Captain Accommodating
10 Hour Trip–Bottom Fishing Adults on March 7, 202610 adults
Captain was great and accommodated us very well for our company Fishing Competition - tried numerous different spots to catch fish. Although our staff didn't catch their limits, most got a nice feed of fish and even a couple of prizes were won. A great day out on the water.
Response from Captain
March 18, 2026
thanks Fiona, great to hear everyone had a good day and they came in with prize fish too, bonus!
Marc Vogeler
Marc Vogeler
nz
New Zealand
Member since 2026
0
4.7
Verified
Full Freezers
10 Hour Trip–Bottom Fishing Adults on March 29, 20262 adults
Wayne was our skipper that day, and Paul was the deckhand. Wayne guided us perfectly to the fish. Paul did a fantastic job filleting the fish, and we returned home with full freezers. I really appreciated that there weren't too many anglers on board that day, so we all had plenty of space. I'll definitely be back! Thank you so much!
Response from Captain
March 30, 2026
thanks for taking the time Marc, we appreciate that. see you again sometime
Elijah Haydon
Elijah Haydon
nz
New Zealand
Member since 2026
2
5.0
Verified
GOOD FISHING
10 Hour Trip–Bottom Fishing Adults on February 9, 20262 adults
Me and they boys went out and scored about 20 solid teriki and other species such as pink moumou, pori and more. Definitely recommend 👌
Reported catch:
Tarakihi
Response from Captain
February 20, 2026
that's awesome Elijah, see you again sometime
Kylie Puklowski
Kylie Puklowski
nz
New Zealand
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
Successful!
10 Hour Trip–Bottom Fishing Adults on April 4, 20262 adults
My young fellas had a great day out, caught tarakihi, pink maumau and snapper. Excellent comms before hand and a helpful team on board
Response from Captain
April 4, 2026
thanks Kylie awesome to hear the boys had fun and they would have been proudly to bring home dinner
Ryan Dunnett
Ryan Dunnett
nz
New Zealand
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
Great day great experience
10 Hour Trip–Bottom Fishing Adults on January 31, 20261 adult
Captain and boatmen were awesome. Heaps of fish and great experience. See you next time
Reported catch:
Tarakihi
Response from Captain
January 31, 2026
Thanks for taking the time to review Ryan, much appreciated

Trip availability and prices

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Number of days
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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10 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing Kids
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
10 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
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US $140
Shared tour: 2 people
10 Hour Trip–Bottom Fishing Adults
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
10 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $260
Shared tour: 2 people
10 Hour Trip – Private Charter
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
10 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
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US $2,000
Entire boat: up to 20 people
12 Hour Trip – Private Hapuku Trip
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
12 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jan 1 - Dec 1
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US $2,599
Entire boat: up to 8 people
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Rating

4.3
185 reviews
4.1
Boat & equipment
4.5
Captain & crew
4.3
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (50)

What anglers say

90%
Great experience
76%
Family friendly
99%
Friendly captain
94%
Good boat
88%
Recommended
85%
Caught fish

All reviews (185)

Filter
Showing 15 of 185 reviews
Fiona Keegan
Fiona Keegan
nz
New Zealand
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
Captain Accommodating
10 Hour Trip–Bottom Fishing Adults on March 7, 202610 adults
Captain was great and accommodated us very well for our company Fishing Competition - tried numerous different spots to catch fish. Although our staff didn't catch their limits, most got a nice feed of fish and even a couple of prizes were won. A great day out on the water.
Response from Captain
March 18, 2026
thanks Fiona, great to hear everyone had a good day and they came in with prize fish too, bonus!
Marc Vogeler
Marc Vogeler
nz
New Zealand
Member since 2026
0
4.7
Verified
Full Freezers
10 Hour Trip–Bottom Fishing Adults on March 29, 20262 adults
Wayne was our skipper that day, and Paul was the deckhand. Wayne guided us perfectly to the fish. Paul did a fantastic job filleting the fish, and we returned home with full freezers. I really appreciated that there weren't too many anglers on board that day, so we all had plenty of space. I'll definitely be back! Thank you so much!
Response from Captain
March 30, 2026
thanks for taking the time Marc, we appreciate that. see you again sometime
Elijah Haydon
Elijah Haydon
nz
New Zealand
Member since 2026
2
5.0
Verified
GOOD FISHING
10 Hour Trip–Bottom Fishing Adults on February 9, 20262 adults
Me and they boys went out and scored about 20 solid teriki and other species such as pink moumou, pori and more. Definitely recommend 👌
Reported catch:
Tarakihi
Response from Captain
February 20, 2026
that's awesome Elijah, see you again sometime
Kylie Puklowski
Kylie Puklowski
nz
New Zealand
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
Successful!
10 Hour Trip–Bottom Fishing Adults on April 4, 20262 adults
My young fellas had a great day out, caught tarakihi, pink maumau and snapper. Excellent comms before hand and a helpful team on board
Response from Captain
April 4, 2026
thanks Kylie awesome to hear the boys had fun and they would have been proudly to bring home dinner
Ryan Dunnett
Ryan Dunnett
nz
New Zealand
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
Great day great experience
10 Hour Trip–Bottom Fishing Adults on January 31, 20261 adult
Captain and boatmen were awesome. Heaps of fish and great experience. See you next time
Reported catch:
Tarakihi
Response from Captain
January 31, 2026
Thanks for taking the time to review Ryan, much appreciated

FAQs about Tauranga Marine Charters - Manutere

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Headboats
Capacity
20 persons
Boat length
44 ft
Year built
1990
Restored in
2017
Boat manufacturer
Oliver
Boat type
Headboat
Engine model
Scania
Powered by
1 x 1HP
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