Cruise And Fish Rotorua 

5.0/5 (3 reviews)
 1167 Fenton Street, Rotorua, 3010, New Zealand
5.0/5 (3 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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Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 3 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (4)

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Angler rating

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Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

100%

Caught fish

100%

Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews
Showing: 3 of 3 reviews
Laurence D.
Laurence D.
5.0/5

Mar 6, 2025

3 Hour Trip – Lake Rotorua Trout

Fantastic Fishing Experience

VERIFIED

John was a fantastic guide and host. He had great gear, knew the local spots and was very friendly and helpful. Highly recommended.

John was a fantastic guide and host. He had great gear, knew the local spots and was very friendly and helpful. Highly recommended.  

Captain replied
 Laurence D. recommends Cruise And Fish Rotorua
 Laurence D. recommends Cruise And Fish Rotorua
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on March 24, 2025
Thank you Laurence. I think the team deserves some credit too.

Martin S.
Martin S.
5.0/5

Feb 28, 2025

3 Hour Trip – Lake Rotorua Trout

👍😊

VERIFIED

John was a very nice and competent captain.

John was a very nice and competent captain.  

Captain replied
 Martin S. recommends Cruise And Fish Rotorua
 Martin S. recommends Cruise And Fish Rotorua
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on 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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Joshua M.
Joshua M.
5.0/5

Mar 26, 2025

4 Hour Trip (AM)

March fishing trip

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Captain replied
 Joshua M. recommends Cruise And Fish Rotorua
 Joshua M. recommends Cruise And Fish Rotorua
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on March 26, 2025
Thanks Joshua. Good trip even though the fishing was finicky. Great to have you and family onboard. Tight lines John

Trip availability and prices

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Number of days
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3 Hour Trip – Lake Rotorua Trout
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3 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $5,201 
Entire boat: up to 5 people
4 Hour Trip (AM)
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4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $6,858 
Entire boat: up to 5 people

Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 3 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (4)

👍😊
👍😊
👍😊
+1

Angler rating

3
0
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

100%

Caught fish

100%

Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews
Showing: 3 of 3 reviews
Laurence D.
Laurence D.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fantastic Fishing Experience

VERIFIED

3 Hour Trip – Lake Rotorua Trout on March 6, 2025

John was a fantastic guide and host. He had great gear, knew the local spots and was very friendly and helpful. Highly recommended.

John was a fantastic guide and host. He had great gear, knew the local spots and was very friendly and helpful. Highly recommended.  

 Laurence D. recommends Cruise And Fish Rotorua
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on March 24, 2025
Thank you Laurence. I think the team deserves some credit too.

Martin S.
Martin S.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

👍😊

VERIFIED

3 Hour Trip – Lake Rotorua Trout on February 28, 2025

John was a very nice and competent captain.

John was a very nice and competent captain.  

 Martin S. recommends Cruise And Fish Rotorua
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on 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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Joshua M.
Joshua M.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

March fishing trip

VERIFIED

4 Hour Trip (AM) on March 26, 2025

 

 Joshua M. recommends Cruise And Fish Rotorua
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on March 26, 2025
Thanks Joshua. Good trip even though the fishing was finicky. Great to have you and family onboard. Tight lines John

FAQs about Cruise And Fish Rotorua

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The fish you can target

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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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