Cruise And Fish Rotorua 

5.0/5 (6 reviews)
 1167 Fenton Street, Rotorua, 3010, New Zealand

Cruise And Fish Rotorua 

5.0/5 (6 reviews)
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1167 Fenton Street
Rotorua, New Zealand

Rotorua has a fish with your name on it, so let John Hamill help you catch it! Having logged many hours on these lakes, John can tell you all about the local fishery.

Depending on the lake you can target Rainbow and Brown Trout by soft baits, spinning, trolling, jigging, or maybe something more specialised in this area. John also offers fly fishing depending on the time of year.

Young ones are welcome, so the whole family can come and unplug for the day! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Snacks are permitted onboard — bring your favorites to keep their stamina going! Tea / Coffee and light refreshments available on all trips.

Your time begins aboard our 6m (19') Buccaneer 605 Cuddy cabin with space for 5 passengers. Named after a famous NZ trout fly fishing fly ‘Hamills Killer’ and has all the essentials for your comfort on the water.  All gear will be provided.

If you need a fishing licence these can be supplied on board as we are Fish and Game licence agents and can be paid for on the day.

Don't forget to bring sunglasses and sunscreen (non-spray). If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

You could keep reading this, but wouldn't you rather be fishing?

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Rating

5.0
6 reviews
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5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (8)

Great family activity!
Great family activity!
Great family activity!
3 generations of fun
👍😊
👍😊
+2

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June Thompson
June Thompson
5.0
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Great family activity!
3 Hour Trip – Lake Rotorua Trout on December 28, 20252 adults2 children
Captain John is great with kids and knows the area very well. Because there's an algae bloom in Lake Rotorua, he recommended we go to Lake Okareka instead, which is a swimming lake with stunning views! Both kids and parents had a wonderful time and a good catch. He also helped us clean the fish at the end.
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Reported catch:
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Response from Captain
December 29, 2025
thank you so much for your kind words June. lovely to spend time with your family. We struck the day right and hope the weather hasnt damped the day today. Hope you’ve enjoyed the fish. Best wishes for 2026. John
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David Lee
David Lee
5.0
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3 generations of fun
3 Hour Trip – Lake Rotorua Trout on November 18, 20253 adults1 child
Took my dad and son on this trip. capt John really knows his trade inside out. Caught 5 kept 4 within 2.5hrs. Awesome day. I think my 8 yo son is addicted now
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Reported catch:
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Response from Captain
November 18, 2025
Thank you David, great to see your new fishing buddy addicted and your dad part of the team photographing the action, even though his rod was the one!!. Its so very special..
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Hank Horkoff
Hank Horkoff
5.0
Verified
Catch trout on a volcanic lake
3 Hour Trip – Lake Rotorua Trout on January 2, 20263 adults1 child
Captain John was great! Knowledgeable and patient with our two teenage boys.
Reported catch:
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Response from Captain
January 2, 2026
Thank you so much Hank. Lovely to have you all onboard. Enjoy the rest of your holiday in NZ. Best wishes for 2026.
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Laurence Day
Laurence Day
5.0
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Fantastic Fishing Experience
3 Hour Trip – Lake Rotorua Trout on March 6, 20254 adults
John was a fantastic guide and host. He had great gear, knew the local spots and was very friendly and helpful. Highly recommended.
Response from Captain
March 24, 2025
Thank you Laurence. I think the team deserves some credit too.
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Martin Schwabe
Martin Schwabe
5.0
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👍😊
3 Hour Trip – Lake Rotorua Trout on February 28, 20251 adult
John was a very nice and competent captain.
Reported catch:
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Response from Captain
February 28, 2025
Thank you Martin, it was an absolute pleasure to have you onboard and catch a couple of our trout, its a shame the waterproof superglue didn't make some fish stick to the hook.
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3 Hour Trip – Lake Rotorua Trout
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US $407
Entire boat: up to 5 people
4 Hour Trip (AM)
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US $537
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Rating

5.0
6 reviews
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6
4
0
3
0
2
0
1
0
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (8)

Great family activity!
Great family activity!
Great family activity!
3 generations of fun
👍😊
👍😊
+2

All reviews (6)

Filter
Showing 15 of 6 reviews
June Thompson
June Thompson
5.0
Verified
Great family activity!
3 Hour Trip – Lake Rotorua Trout on December 28, 20252 adults2 children
Captain John is great with kids and knows the area very well. Because there's an algae bloom in Lake Rotorua, he recommended we go to Lake Okareka instead, which is a swimming lake with stunning views! Both kids and parents had a wonderful time and a good catch. He also helped us clean the fish at the end.
Review media 0
Review media 0
Review media 1
Reported catch:
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Response from Captain
December 29, 2025
thank you so much for your kind words June. lovely to spend time with your family. We struck the day right and hope the weather hasnt damped the day today. Hope you’ve enjoyed the fish. Best wishes for 2026. John
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David Lee
David Lee
5.0
Verified
3 generations of fun
3 Hour Trip – Lake Rotorua Trout on November 18, 20253 adults1 child
Took my dad and son on this trip. capt John really knows his trade inside out. Caught 5 kept 4 within 2.5hrs. Awesome day. I think my 8 yo son is addicted now
Translated by AI:
Show original
Review media 0
Reported catch:
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Response from Captain
November 18, 2025
Thank you David, great to see your new fishing buddy addicted and your dad part of the team photographing the action, even though his rod was the one!!. Its so very special..
0
Hank Horkoff
Hank Horkoff
5.0
Verified
Catch trout on a volcanic lake
3 Hour Trip – Lake Rotorua Trout on January 2, 20263 adults1 child
Captain John was great! Knowledgeable and patient with our two teenage boys.
Reported catch:
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Response from Captain
January 2, 2026
Thank you so much Hank. Lovely to have you all onboard. Enjoy the rest of your holiday in NZ. Best wishes for 2026.
0
Laurence Day
Laurence Day
5.0
Verified
Fantastic Fishing Experience
3 Hour Trip – Lake Rotorua Trout on March 6, 20254 adults
John was a fantastic guide and host. He had great gear, knew the local spots and was very friendly and helpful. Highly recommended.
Response from Captain
March 24, 2025
Thank you Laurence. I think the team deserves some credit too.
0
Martin Schwabe
Martin Schwabe
5.0
Verified
👍😊
3 Hour Trip – Lake Rotorua Trout on February 28, 20251 adult
John was a very nice and competent captain.
Reported catch:
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Response from Captain
February 28, 2025
Thank you Martin, it was an absolute pleasure to have you onboard and catch a couple of our trout, its a shame the waterproof superglue didn't make some fish stick to the hook.
0

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Cabin cruisers
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
20 ft
Year built
2002
Boat manufacturer
Buccaneer
Boat type
Cuddy cabin

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 150HP
Max cruising speed
35 knots
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