Taupo Lake Adventures – Te Arani II
Taupo Lake Adventures – Te Arani II
Make an adventure out of your next trip to Taupo and go fishing with Taupo Lake Adventures Ltd.
Fishing around here will often see you targeting Rainbow Trout and Brown Trout. For these species, you’re likely to deep troll using downriggers and light tackle. If you’re traveling with the family, you will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard.
Capt. Nick welcomes you aboard a 22’ Cuddy cabin with room for 4 passengers. It has downriggers and all the essentials. There’s a toilet on board for your convenience. Rods, reels, and tackle are ready for you, as well as lures.
You will need to buy a Taupo fishing license. You can do this online or Capt. Nick can arrange licenses for you. Don’t leave home without snacks, sunglasses, sunblock (non-spray), and bottled water. If you’d like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but you should avoid hard liquor.
The click of a button is the only thing keeping you from a great day on the water with Taupo Lake Adventures Ltd!
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (25)
+22Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
85%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
96%
Caught fish
100%
Oct 4, 2025
3 Hour Trip – Trout Fishing (PM)
Magnificent Charter
Nick was a fantastic host, and skipper. He really knows his stuff. We had the best time, and learned alot. The fishing spots were spot on. We cant recommend Nick enough. We are definitely booking in for another charter with him soon. Great value for money. Thanks again Nick.
Nick was a fantastic host, and skipper. He really knows his stuff. We had the best time, and learned alot. The fishing spots...
Sep 23, 2025
2 Hour Trip – Catch & Go (AM)
Fantastic Experience! Nick is a gem
A fantastic experience. Nick is friendly and knowledgeable. A couple of fish got away but we still came back with 2. Our 8 year old daughter had a blast! Would thoroughly recommend!
A fantastic experience. Nick is friendly and knowledgeable. A couple of fish got away but we still came back with 2. Our 8 year...
Sep 29, 2025
2 Hour Trip – Catch & Go (AM)
Great morning out catching trout
Lovely morning out, cought 6 trout. Family had a awesome relaxing time out, trout cleaned ready for the smoker!
Lovely morning out, cought 6 trout. Family had a awesome relaxing time out, trout cleaned ready for the smoker!
Apr 26, 2025
3 Hour Trip – Trout Fishing (AM)
Caught our lunch!
We had a great trip this morning with Captain Nick! Even though the weather was a bit gloomy. Caught several fish and released, except for one big one we took to The Crafty Trout at Nick's recommendation. They prepared it for our lunch and it was delicious. Highly recommend!
We had a great trip this morning with Captain Nick! Even though the weather was a bit gloomy. Caught several fish and released,...
Jan 7, 2025
2 Hour Trip – Catch & Go (PM)
Brilliant fishing on Lake Taupo
We had a fantastic time with Nick on his boat, our sons caught 4 decent size Trout and were stoked with the outcome. Nick's experience/knowledge of Lake Taupo and the area was fabulous and he was happy to share his stories. His boat and equipment was of great quality and standards, we would book again and definitely recommend to others. Thanks
We had a fantastic time with Nick on his boat, our sons caught 4 decent size Trout and were stoked with the outcome. Nick's experience/knowledge...
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (25)
+22Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
85%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
96%
Caught fish
100%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Magnificent Charter
3 Hour Trip – Trout Fishing (PM) on October 4, 2025
Nick was a fantastic host, and skipper. He really knows his stuff. We had the best time, and learned alot. The fishing spots were spot on. We cant recommend Nick enough. We are definitely booking in for another charter with him soon. Great value for money. Thanks again Nick.
Nick was a fantastic host, and skipper. He really knows his stuff. We had the best time, and learned alot. The fishing spots were spot on. We cant recommend Nick enough. We are definitely booking in for another charter with him soon. Great value for money. Thanks again Nick.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Fantastic Experience! Nick is a gem
2 Hour Trip – Catch & Go (AM) on September 23, 2025
A fantastic experience. Nick is friendly and knowledgeable. A couple of fish got away but we still came back with 2. Our 8 year old daughter had a blast! Would thoroughly recommend!
A fantastic experience. Nick is friendly and knowledgeable. A couple of fish got away but we still came back with 2. Our 8 year old daughter had a blast! Would thoroughly recommend!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great morning out catching trout
2 Hour Trip – Catch & Go (AM) on September 29, 2025
Lovely morning out, cought 6 trout. Family had a awesome relaxing time out, trout cleaned ready for the smoker!
Lovely morning out, cought 6 trout. Family had a awesome relaxing time out, trout cleaned ready for the smoker!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Caught our lunch!
3 Hour Trip – Trout Fishing (AM) on April 26, 2025
We had a great trip this morning with Captain Nick! Even though the weather was a bit gloomy. Caught several fish and released, except for one big one we took to The Crafty Trout at Nick's recommendation. They prepared it for our lunch and it was delicious. Highly recommend!
We had a great trip this morning with Captain Nick! Even though the weather was a bit gloomy. Caught several fish and released, except for one big one we took to The Crafty Trout at Nick's recommendation. They prepared it for our lunch and it was delicious. Highly recommend!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Brilliant fishing on Lake Taupo
2 Hour Trip – Catch & Go (PM) on January 7, 2025
We had a fantastic time with Nick on his boat, our sons caught 4 decent size Trout and were stoked with the outcome. Nick's experience/knowledge of Lake Taupo and the area was fabulous and he was happy to share his stories. His boat and equipment was of great quality and standards, we would book again and definitely recommend to others. Thanks
We had a fantastic time with Nick on his boat, our sons caught 4 decent size Trout and were stoked with the outcome. Nick's experience/knowledge of Lake Taupo and the area was fabulous and he was happy to share his stories. His boat and equipment was of great quality and standards, we would book again and definitely recommend to others. Thanks
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