Taupo Boating & Fishing Charters 

4.8/5 (92 reviews)
 Redoubt Street 65, Taupo, 3330, New Zealand

Taupo Boating & Fishing Charters is committed to tailoring a fishing trip to suit you. Fishing is the main focus but you can include other activities such as kayaking, a barbeque, a clay bird shoot, swimming, and many more. Come and discover the wealth of beauty on offer here.

Captain Dan Wood knows the Taupo waters like the back of his hand. He’s fished all over the country and boasts experience like no other. He enjoys sharing stories and promises to use all his skills and knowledge to get you on the fish and to put a smile on your face.

Step aboard the luxurious 43’ Pelin Eclipse. She is licensed for up to 23 guests, plus crew. If you’d like to include other activities or have your trip customised to suit a special occasion, just get in touch via FishingBooker before booking.

With your comfort in mind, the modern cabin is fitted with plenty of seating, a kitchen, toilet, and even a TV, WiFi, and an audio system to play from your devices. You’ll be given tea and coffee throughout your trip. BYO alcohol and snacks will be placed into the onboard coolers, fridges, or freezers.

The boat’s also a serious fishing vessel. Strong and sturdy, she’ll take you to all the best fishing spots with ease. Troll with the downriggers, or try jig fishing to entice the bite of your target fish, and reel ‘em in with top-of-the-line rods and reels.

This stunning lake compliments beauty with incredible fishing. Go after some tough-fighting and delicious fish for a thrilling and fruitful day. The famed Lake Taupo Rainbow Trout will give you a run for your money as you try to fill the boat with these beauties.

The "hook-up" of the elusive and cunning Brown Trout makes for a heart-pumping memory. Capt. Dan will clean, bag, and freeze your catch, or prepare sashimi on board to share with the rest of your team as you return to port. Trips run whenever you want, so come aboard for a truly personalised experience. Let Taupo Boating & Fishing Charters look after you!

Daniel Wood

Captain

Daniel Wood

24 years of experience
 ID & credentials verified

Most popular features:

 Fishing License
 You Keep Catch
 Catch cleaning & filleting
 Drinks
 Toilet
 Child Friendly
 Ice Box
 Rods, reels & tackle
 Food (Lunch)

Trip availability and prices

Trip Date:
Days:
Group Size:
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2 Hour Trip – Taste of Fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
2 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Price for up to 6 people
US $253 
3 Hour Trip – Fishing and Fun (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
3 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Price for up to 6 people
US $425 
3 Hour Trip – Fishing and Fun
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
3 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
Price for up to 6 people
US $425 
4 Hour Trip – Fishing and Fun (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Price for up to 6 people
US $549 
4 Hour Trip – Fishing and Fun (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
Price for up to 6 people
US $549 
6 Hour Trip – Fishing and Fun
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 10:00 AM
Price for up to 6 people
US $796 
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.8/5
out of 5 stars from 92 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
4.8/5
Experience
4.8/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (69)

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Angler rating

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Anglers claimed

Good experience

98%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

95%

Caught fish

87%

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Kerry R.
Kerry R.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great family experience for all!

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4 Hour Trip – Fishing and Fun (PM) on April 24, 2025

We had an amazing day out with Captain Dan and Rhi! Very knowledgeable and very helpful. A great day of fishing, plenty of fish to take home, our three kids loved the day. We were also told of an excellent family business that we could take our trout to for deboning and smoking straight after our charter who were willing to courier direct to our home for a very reasonable fee. The boat was excellent, great size for a family of five and excellent facilities. Would definitely book again 😊

We had an amazing day out with Captain Dan and Rhi! Very knowledgeable and very helpful. A great day of fishing, plenty of fish to take home, our three kids loved the day. We were also told of an excellent family business that we could take our trout to for deboning and smoking straight after our charter who were willing to courier direct to our home for a very reasonable fee. The boat was excellent, great size for a family of five and excellent facilities. Would definitely book again 😊  

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 Kerry R. recommends Taupo Boating & Fishing Charters

Yew S. G.
Yew S. G.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Family friendly fishing

VERIFIED

4 Hour Trip – Fishing and Fun (AM) on November 26, 2024

Capt Dan and crew Rhianna took really good care of us. Wonderful breakfast, great hospitality and patient fishing lesson. Caught some really nice rainbow trouts during the final hour after an initial barren spell. Kids were super excited with their first catch and the fish were cleaned and packed. Capt Dan even baked 1 of them for us to savour which was delicious. Overall a great day out at the lake with wonderful sunny spring weather and beautiful surroundings. A totally different experience for us on holiday from Singapore and a world apart from citylife. Strongly recommended!

Capt Dan and crew Rhianna took really good care of us. Wonderful breakfast, great hospitality and patient fishing lesson. Caught some really nice rainbow trouts during the final hour after an initial barren spell. Kids were super excited with their first catch and the fish were cleaned and packed. Capt Dan even baked 1 of them for us to savour which was delicious. Overall a great day out at the lake with wonderful sunny spring weather and beautiful surroundings. A totally different experience...  

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 Yew S. G. recommends Taupo Boating & Fishing Charters

Carl J.
Carl J.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Beautiful Morning

VERIFIED

3 Hour Trip – Fishing and Fun (AM) on February 13, 2025

Over from Adelaide on a short holiday; wanted to experience Lake Taupo at its finest; and we certainly did. My wife was hesitant, however when she saw the boat and met the crew she was very comfortable and loved the experience. on top of the amazing weather, boat and crew, the fish were biting. My 20 year old daughter had all the luck, catching 4 good sized rainbow trout and one that was under. Her boyfriend managed to land one as did my wife. no luck for me unfortunately, but I was just happy to see everyone having a ball. I can fully recommend this experience.

Over from Adelaide on a short holiday; wanted to experience Lake Taupo at its finest; and we certainly did. My wife was hesitant, however when she saw the boat and met the crew she was very comfortable and loved the experience. on top of the amazing weather, boat and crew, the fish were biting. My 20 year old daughter had all the luck, catching 4 good sized rainbow trout and one that was under. Her boyfriend managed to land one as did my wife. no luck for me unfortunately, but I was just happy...  

 Carl J. recommends Taupo Boating & Fishing Charters

Aaron Z.
Aaron Z.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great morning experience!

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2 Hour Trip – Taste of Fishing on April 26, 2025

The captain was very patient with us and clear with his instructions- it wasn’t long until he put us in the fish and we caught a number of trout in our quick 2hr trip! Very clean and tidy boat with good facilities, we had a great morning and recommend this to anyone coming through town. Thanks for a great experience!

The captain was very patient with us and clear with his instructions- it wasn’t long until he put us in the fish and we caught a number of trout in our quick 2hr trip! Very clean and tidy boat with good facilities, we had a great morning and recommend this to anyone coming through town. Thanks for a great experience!  

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Daniel Wood
Daniel Wood (The Captain)
Replied on April 26, 2025
Hello Aaron and the ‘A’ Team. Yes, a pretty good fishing effort by all. Good company makes for a great trip. I thank you all for a very pleasant morning on the Great Lake Taupo. Enjoy your South Island travels. Kind regards Cap’n Dan

Prudence S.
Prudence S.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fantastic Trip

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2 Hour Trip – Taste of Fishing on May 12, 2025

Thank you to Captain Dan and Ri, we had an amazing trip, and even though we only booked a 2-hour charter we still caught 5 trout. It was the highlight of our trip, the boat was well-equipped and very comfortable, especially on a cold morning. We would recommend booking with Captain Dan, it was a great trip.

Thank you to Captain Dan and Ri, we had an amazing trip, and even though we only booked a 2-hour charter we still caught 5 trout. It was the highlight of our trip, the boat was well-equipped and very comfortable, especially on a cold morning. We would recommend booking with Captain Dan, it was a great trip.  

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 Prudence S. recommends Taupo Boating & Fishing Charters
Daniel Wood
Daniel Wood (The Captain)
Replied on May 13, 2025
Hello Prue. We too, enjoyed our 'a taste of fishing' trip with you all. While we love to hear complements for us it is the interaction we get to have with lovely family groups that makes our day. Thank you for your comments and sharing the photo's. Kind regards Cap'n Dan. Hope you come again,

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FAQs about Taupo Boating & Fishing Charters

What are the trip rates for Taupo Boating & Fishing Charters?

Taupo Boating & Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:

  • NZ $430 per group, additional NZ $60 per person after 6 guests - 2 Hour Trip – Taste of Fishing (2 hours)
  • NZ $722 per group, additional NZ $90 per person after 6 guests - 3 Hour Trip – Fishing and Fun (3 hours)
  • NZ $722 per group, additional NZ $90 per person after 6 guests - 3 Hour Trip – Fishing and Fun (AM) (3 hours)
  • NZ $932 per group, additional NZ $120 per person after 6 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Fishing and Fun (AM) (4 hours)
  • NZ $932 per group, additional NZ $120 per person after 6 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Fishing and Fun (PM) (4 hours)
  • NZ $1,352 per group, additional NZ $180 per person after 6 guests - 6 Hour Trip – Fishing and Fun (6 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Taupo Boating & Fishing Charters?

When you book a trip with Taupo Boating & Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:

  • Toilet Vacuum flush
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed Sleeps up to 6 Guests comfortably
  • Flybridge Enclosed with slider windows
  • Kitchen Oven, hot plates, microwave, full galley and BBQ
  • Refrigerator Freezer, Chillers, Refrigerator
  • Multimedia System Onboard WiFi
  • Ice Box for Fish Catch and drinks
  • Radar
What's included in the trip price with Taupo Boating & Fishing Charters?

Trips booked with Taupo Boating & Fishing Charters include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures (Specialised patterns )
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks (BYO Alcohol welcome. Tea and coffee is complin)
  • First Mate (Crew assisted)
  • Fishing License (3 hour plus 4 adult: m2 hour 2 Child licenses )
  • Lunch (By request)
What types of fishing does Taupo Boating & Fishing Charters offer?

Taupo Boating & Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:

  • Lake Fishing (Taupo - enclosed waters )
  • Inshore Fishing (- Harling)
  • Nearshore Fishing (- Drop-offs)
  • Offshore Fishing (- Deep Water Trolling)
  • Reef Fishing (- Jig Fishing)
What fishing techniques does Taupo Boating & Fishing Charters offer?

Taupo Boating & Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:

  • Trolling (with downriggers)
  • Jigging (3 x Flys with 2oz Sinker)
  • Drift Fishing (- Jig Fishing)
Which fish species can I catch with Taupo Boating & Fishing Charters?

Top targeted fish species with Taupo Boating & Fishing Charters include:

  • Brown Trout
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)

Your captain

Daniel Wood

Taupo, New Zealand

ID & license verified
92 Customer reviews
Response time 4 hours
Member since March 2019
angler's choice

The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.

The Taupo Boating & Fishing Charters crew have years of experience fishing their local lake and all over New Zealand. They're committed to providing a professional, knowledgeable service, teaching you all about these productive waters, and are happy to fulfil whatever specific requirements you may have. Your captain, Dan Wood, loves meeting new people and hopes to put a smile on your face when you come aboard.

The fish you can target

Brown Trout
Brown Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)

What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Yachts
Capacity
23 persons
Boat length
42 ft
Year built
1987
Restored in
2019
Boat manufacturer
Pelin Eclipse
Boat type
Cruiser

Engine model
Volvo Penta
Powered by
2 x 230HP
Max cruising speed
16 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Lake Fishing

Taupo - enclosed waters

Inshore Fishing

- Harling

Nearshore Fishing

- Drop-offs

Offshore Fishing

- Deep Water Trolling

Reef Fishing

- Jig Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Trolling

with downriggers

Jigging

3 x Flys with 2oz Sinker

Drift Fishing

- Jig Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet

Vacuum flush

GPS

Fishfinder

Bed

Sleeps up to 6 Guests comfortably

Flybridge

Enclosed with slider windows

Kitchen

Oven, hot plates, microwave, full galley and BBQ

Refrigerator

Freezer, Chillers, Refrigerator

Multimedia System

Onboard WiFi

Ice Box

for Fish Catch and drinks

Radar

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle

Lures

Specialised patterns

Catch cleaning & filleting

Drinks

BYO Alcohol welcome. Tea and coffee is complin

First Mate

Crew assisted

Fishing License

3 hour plus 4 adult: m2 hour 2 Child licenses

Lunch

By request

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child Friendly

Safe, Roomy, Play areas

No Smoking

No Vaping - New Zealand Law applies

You Keep Catch

Fish Cleaned, Bagged,

Catch and Release Allowed

Customers Choice

How you can pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

 Visa

 Mastercard

 American Express

 Bank Transfer

What’s biting in Taupo right now

Brown TroutBrown Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)