Taupo Lake Adventures – Te Arani II 

4.9/5 (55 reviews)
 65 Redoubt Street, Taupo, 3330, New Zealand

Taupo Lake Adventures – Te Arani II 

4.9/5 (55 reviews)
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65 Redoubt Street
Taupo, New Zealand

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!

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 55 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (26)

Nick was a great fish guide
Great morning out catching trout
Awesome time with Captain Nick
+23

Angler rating

50
4
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

86%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

96%

Caught fish

100%

Showing 1 - 5 of 55 reviews
Showing: 5 of 55 reviews
George Shang
George Shang
5.0
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Nick was a great fish guide
2 Hour Trip – Catch & Go (PM) on December 9, 20252 adults
We caught 7 fish in 2 hours and Nick was kind enough to clean the one we kept for us and share where we could get it cooked in town.
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Reported catch:
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
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Stephen Bradley
Stephen Bradley
5.0
Verified
Helpful and knowledgeable skipper with a good boat
3 Hour Trip – Trout Fishing (AM) on November 5, 20252 adults
The skipper, Nick, met us at the appointed time and place. There was a mechanical problem with the boat so Nick kindly offered to take us on a much larger boat at the same price. He knows the lake intimately and we had a very successful days fishing - 10 trout in 2 hours.
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Chris Hannan
Chris Hannan
5.0
Verified
Magnificent Charter
3 Hour Trip – Trout Fishing (PM) on October 4, 20252 adults
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.
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Amanda Nicoll
Amanda Nicoll
5.0
Verified
Brilliant fishing on Lake Taupo
2 Hour Trip – Catch & Go (PM) on January 7, 20253 adults1 child
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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Sam Tsoi
Sam Tsoi
5.0
Verified
Fantastic Experience! Nick is a gem
2 Hour Trip – Catch & Go (AM) on September 23, 20252 adults1 child
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!
Reported catch:
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
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2 Hour Trip – Catch & Go (AM)
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2 Hour Trip, starts at 9:00 AM
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US $186 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
2 Hour Trip – Catch & Go (PM)
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2 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
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US $186 
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3 Hour Trip – Trout Fishing (AM)
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3 Hour Trip, starts at 9:00 AM
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US $261 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
3 Hour Trip – Trout Fishing (PM)
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3 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
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US $261 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 55 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (26)

Nick was a great fish guide
Great morning out catching trout
Awesome time with Captain Nick
+23

Angler rating

50
4
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

86%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

96%

Caught fish

100%

Showing 1 - 5 of 55 reviews
Showing: 5 of 55 reviews
George Shang
George Shang
5.0
Verified
New
Nick was a great fish guide
2 Hour Trip – Catch & Go (PM) on December 9, 20252 adults
We caught 7 fish in 2 hours and Nick was kind enough to clean the one we kept for us and share where we could get it cooked in town.
Review media 0
Reported catch:
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
0
Stephen Bradley
Stephen Bradley
5.0
Verified
Helpful and knowledgeable skipper with a good boat
3 Hour Trip – Trout Fishing (AM) on November 5, 20252 adults
The skipper, Nick, met us at the appointed time and place. There was a mechanical problem with the boat so Nick kindly offered to take us on a much larger boat at the same price. He knows the lake intimately and we had a very successful days fishing - 10 trout in 2 hours.
0
Chris Hannan
Chris Hannan
5.0
Verified
Magnificent Charter
3 Hour Trip – Trout Fishing (PM) on October 4, 20252 adults
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.
0
Amanda Nicoll
Amanda Nicoll
5.0
Verified
Brilliant fishing on Lake Taupo
2 Hour Trip – Catch & Go (PM) on January 7, 20253 adults1 child
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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Sam Tsoi
Sam Tsoi
5.0
Verified
Fantastic Experience! Nick is a gem
2 Hour Trip – Catch & Go (AM) on September 23, 20252 adults1 child
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!
Reported catch:
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
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FAQs about Taupo Lake Adventures – Te Arani II

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Cabin cruisers
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
22 ft
Year built
1989
Boat manufacturer
Sea Ray
Boat type
Cuddy cabin

Engine model
Styr
Powered by
1 x 256HP
Max cruising speed
26 knots
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