Fish & Cruise Wanaka
Fish & Cruise Wanaka provides a classic Kiwi adventure everyone should experience in their lives. You will not only fish and enjoy the scenery of this picturesque lake, but you’ll also enjoy a freshly cooked meal onboard. For at the end of the trip, the captain will clean and cook your catch on the boat, so you can have a truly authentic experience.
The charter is run by a captain who has over 15 years of professional experience and a passion that goes back to being a child. On his 5th birthday, he received his first rod as a present, and he still has it. These charters are a reflection of his love for fishing and the surrounding area of Lake Wanaka.
Fishing will be done aboard a Reflex commercial boat with the capacity for 5 guests. It is powered by a 150 HP Evinrude engine, which makes it pretty fast and reliable on the water. It is equipped with all the safety and electronics required to make your trip a safe and successful one. You can use the fishfinder to locate the best spots where the fish swim in schools, and by following the captain’s recommendations, you will be able to boat lots of them.
Lake Wanaka has a healthy population of Quinnat Salmon, Brown Trout and Rainbow Trout. You will be catching these species using the fishing gear provided by the captain, including rods, reels, tackle, and bait. Whether you are a novice angler or a pro, you will have a good time aboard by soaking up the scenery, breathing in the fresh air and catching delicious fish.
Get ready for your New Zealand adventure, join Fish & Cruise Wanaka and have the time of your life!
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (24)
+21Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
91%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Caught fish
91%
Upper Coomera, QLD
Sep 23, 2019
3 Hour Trip – Private
Half Day Fishing on Lake Wanaka
Second time round for us and it won't be our last. Captain Juno was both an excellent fishing guide, fisherman, and very knowledgeable about the lake, the fish species and the area in general. The trout fishing is by way of very slow trolling which in itself is an eye opener for an experienced salt water fisho like myself. If you only get to come to Wanaka once, you owe it to yourself to get out on the Lake and do something which not many people get a chance to do back home. Very highly recommended.
Second time round for us and it won't be our last. Captain Juno was both an excellent fishing guide, fisherman, and very knowledgeable...
Captain replied
Kiama Downs, NSW
Dec 5, 2018
3 Hour Trip – 2 People
Great half day out fishing on Lake Wanaka
My mate and I had a very enjoyable morning fishing on Lake Wanaka with Jeno from Fish & Cruise Wanaka. We left at 6 am on a beautiful December morning, just as the sun was coming up. We trolled for 3 hours and caught some lovely brown trout, up to around 4 pound. We kept 2 which we took home and cooked, both tasted lovely. Jeno is a very knowledgeable local who can tell you a lot about the local fishing and history. The boat was ideal for 2 fishermen and the equipment in very good shape. Jeno will even cook the fish on the boat for you if you want to taste your catch. Really enjoyed our morning fishing with Jeno and can thoroughly recommend Fish & Cruise Wanaka.
My mate and I had a very enjoyable morning fishing on Lake Wanaka with Jeno from Fish & Cruise Wanaka. We left at 6 am on a beautiful...
Wanaka, New Zealand
Nov 21, 2018
3 Hour Trip – 2 People
3 hour a.m. with Gino & Emma on Lake Wanaka
Efficient- had our fishing license within minutes & were under way. Great boat! Everything in it’s place & very tidy. Knowledgeable about Wanaka & the lake... also, willing to share the info. Great guidance & patience- (trolling Wanaka very different than fly fishing in the Rockies). Awesome chefs- grilled 1 of our freshly caught trouts & prepared 1 to-go for us to cook in our condo that evening. Great multitaskers- landed 2 large trout, cleaned them while grilling another... all simultaneously. Customer service above & beyond- Emma assisted us with some transportation concerns. Gino & Emma make a outstanding team. Work well together & are great company. Add to that: the view was awesome, weather was perfect & the fishing was amazing. Can we go back?!
Efficient- had our fishing license within minutes & were under way. Great boat! Everything in it’s place & very tidy. Knowledgeable...
Captain replied
Los Angeles, CA
Sep 30, 2020
3 Hour Trip – 2 People
Fishing with Gino
We had an amazing day fishing with Gino on Lake Wanaka. He was super knowledgeable and made great company for our morning expedition. He guided us to catching three delicious brown trout and encouraged us to keep fishing! Thanks for an awesome day, Gino! - Zoë and Trent
We had an amazing day fishing with Gino on Lake Wanaka. He was super knowledgeable and made great company for our morning expedition....
Huntington Beach, CA
Jan 10, 2019
3 Hour Trip – 2 People
Three hour trip with Gino
Gino was awesome. He knew Lake Wanaka like the back of his hand. He put my son and I in the most productive spots, and we started getting bites and catching almost immediately. Even though it was summer, and apparently the slowest time of the year, we managed to catch our limit. Gino is also a good cook and cooked our catch right on the boat for breakfast. A really good experience and I would definitely recommend.
Gino was awesome. He knew Lake Wanaka like the back of his hand. He put my son and I in the most productive spots, and we started...
Captain repliedCustomer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (24)
+21Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
91%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Caught fish
91%
Upper Coomera, QLD
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Half Day Fishing on Lake Wanaka
3 Hour Trip – Private on September 23, 2019
Second time round for us and it won't be our last. Captain Juno was both an excellent fishing guide, fisherman, and very knowledgeable about the lake, the fish species and the area in general. The trout fishing is by way of very slow trolling which in itself is an eye opener for an experienced salt water fisho like myself. If you only get to come to Wanaka once, you owe it to yourself to get out on the Lake and do something which not many people get a chance to do back home. Very highly recommended.
Second time round for us and it won't be our last. Captain Juno was both an excellent fishing guide, fisherman, and very knowledgeable about the lake, the fish species and the area in general. The trout fishing is by way of very slow trolling which in itself is an eye opener for an experienced salt water fisho like myself. If you only get to come to Wanaka once, you owe it to yourself to get out on the Lake and do something which not many people get a chance to do back home. Very highly...
Kiama Downs, NSW
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great half day out fishing on Lake Wanaka
3 Hour Trip – 2 People on December 5, 2018
My mate and I had a very enjoyable morning fishing on Lake Wanaka with Jeno from Fish & Cruise Wanaka. We left at 6 am on a beautiful December morning, just as the sun was coming up. We trolled for 3 hours and caught some lovely brown trout, up to around 4 pound. We kept 2 which we took home and cooked, both tasted lovely. Jeno is a very knowledgeable local who can tell you a lot about the local fishing and history. The boat was ideal for 2 fishermen and the equipment in very good shape. Jeno will even cook the fish on the boat for you if you want to taste your catch. Really enjoyed our morning fishing with Jeno and can thoroughly recommend Fish & Cruise Wanaka.
My mate and I had a very enjoyable morning fishing on Lake Wanaka with Jeno from Fish & Cruise Wanaka. We left at 6 am on a beautiful December morning, just as the sun was coming up. We trolled for 3 hours and caught some lovely brown trout, up to around 4 pound. We kept 2 which we took home and cooked, both tasted lovely. Jeno is a very knowledgeable local who can tell you a lot about the local fishing and history. The boat was ideal for 2 fishermen and the equipment in very good shape. Jeno...
Wanaka, New Zealand
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
3 hour a.m. with Gino & Emma on Lake Wanaka
3 Hour Trip – 2 People on November 21, 2018
Efficient- had our fishing license within minutes & were under way. Great boat! Everything in it’s place & very tidy. Knowledgeable about Wanaka & the lake... also, willing to share the info. Great guidance & patience- (trolling Wanaka very different than fly fishing in the Rockies). Awesome chefs- grilled 1 of our freshly caught trouts & prepared 1 to-go for us to cook in our condo that evening. Great multitaskers- landed 2 large trout, cleaned them while grilling another... all simultaneously. Customer service above & beyond- Emma assisted us with some transportation concerns. Gino & Emma make a outstanding team. Work well together & are great company. Add to that: the view was awesome, weather was perfect & the fishing was amazing. Can we go back?!
Efficient- had our fishing license within minutes & were under way. Great boat! Everything in it’s place & very tidy. Knowledgeable about Wanaka & the lake... also, willing to share the info. Great guidance & patience- (trolling Wanaka very different than fly fishing in the Rockies). Awesome chefs- grilled 1 of our freshly caught trouts & prepared 1 to-go for us to cook in our condo that evening. Great multitaskers- landed 2 large trout, cleaned them while grilling another... all simultaneously....
Los Angeles, CA
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Fishing with Gino
3 Hour Trip – 2 People on September 30, 2020
We had an amazing day fishing with Gino on Lake Wanaka. He was super knowledgeable and made great company for our morning expedition. He guided us to catching three delicious brown trout and encouraged us to keep fishing! Thanks for an awesome day, Gino! - Zoë and Trent
We had an amazing day fishing with Gino on Lake Wanaka. He was super knowledgeable and made great company for our morning expedition. He guided us to catching three delicious brown trout and encouraged us to keep fishing! Thanks for an awesome day, Gino! - Zoë and Trent
Huntington Beach, CA
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Three hour trip with Gino
3 Hour Trip – 2 People on January 10, 2019
Gino was awesome. He knew Lake Wanaka like the back of his hand. He put my son and I in the most productive spots, and we started getting bites and catching almost immediately. Even though it was summer, and apparently the slowest time of the year, we managed to catch our limit. Gino is also a good cook and cooked our catch right on the boat for breakfast. A really good experience and I would definitely recommend.
Gino was awesome. He knew Lake Wanaka like the back of his hand. He put my son and I in the most productive spots, and we started getting bites and catching almost immediately. Even though it was summer, and apparently the slowest time of the year, we managed to catch our limit. Gino is also a good cook and cooked our catch right on the boat for breakfast. A really good experience and I would definitely recommend.
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