Queenstown Fishing - Nikita
Queenstown Fishing - Nikita
Queenstown Fishing welcomes you aboard the Nikita for a day fishing the stunning Lake Wakatipu. Head out onto these crystal-clear waters to battle freshwater game fish like Chinook Salmon, Brown Trout, and Rainbow Trout. There are also big Longfin Eels and a wide range of birds to look out for during your time onboard.
Skipper Simon offers a variety of packages, allowing everyone to find the perfect trip to fit their schedule and budget. Shared charters are a great way to enjoy the lake's wonderful fishing and meet new friends in the process. Already have a group together? Book out the boat on a private charter and bring the whole family along!
The Nikita is the perfect vessel for exploring these calm, clean waters. At almost eight meters long, this sturdy Sea Ranger boat is licensed to carry up to 12 guests, although shared trip are limited to six and private groups are advised to stick to eight to make sure you have the best time.
The Nikita has masses of deck space to get you all battling big fish without fighting for elbow space. Below deck, you have a comfortable cabin with a toilet and room to relax whatever the weather. The boat is stocked with quality tackle from Okuma and Shimano, and features everything from downriggers to a trolling motor to make sure you can enjoy world-class angling.
Trips last either three or six hours, and will get you catching trophy Trout and Salmon. Catch and release is preferred in order to preserve the lake's fish stock, but you are more than welcome to take some fish away to eat. If you do, Captain Simon will clean and fillet it for you, ready to take home and enjoy.
All trips require a fishing license for everyone on board, which can be purchased for your for an extra $25 per person. Pickup from Hilton can also be arranged for $20 per person, making it even easier to enjoy the lake's incredible angling.
Queenstown Fishing welcomes you aboard the Nikita for a day fishing the stunning Lake Wakatipu. Head out onto these crystal-clear waters to battle freshwater game fish like Chinook Salmon, Brown Trout, and Rainbow Trout. There are also big Longfin Eels and a wide range of birds to look out for during your time onboard.
Skipper Simon offers a variety of packages, allowing everyone to find the perfect trip to fit their schedule and budget. Shared charters are a great way to enjoy the lake's wonderful fishing and meet new friends in the process. Already have a group together? Book out the boat on a private charter and bring the whole family along!
The Nikita is the perfect vessel for exploring these calm, clean waters. At almost eight meters long, this sturdy Sea Ranger boat is licensed to carry up to 12 guests, although shared trip are limited to six and private groups are advised to stick to eight to make sure you have the best time.
The Nikita has masses of deck space to get you all battling big fish without fighting for elbow space. Below deck, you have a comfortable cabin with a toilet and room to relax whatever the weather. The boat is stocked with quality tackle from Okuma and Shimano, and features everything from downriggers to a trolling motor to make sure you can enjoy world-class angling.
Trips last either three or six hours, and will get you catching trophy Trout and Salmon. Catch and release is preferred in order to preserve the lake's fish stock, but you are more than welcome to take some fish away to eat. If you do, Captain Simon will clean and fillet it for you, ready to take home and enjoy.
All trips require a fishing license for everyone on board, which can be purchased for your for an extra $25 per person. Pickup from Hilton can also be arranged for $20 per person, making it even easier to enjoy the lake's incredible angling.
Customer reviews
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Reviews (11)
Benjamin TolerRepeat angler•
Washington State, US•Member since 20202 trips5.0VerifiedHalf day trip with the Simon
3 Hour Trip - Shared (AM) MAX 6 on February 5, 2020 • 2 adultsThe fishing was a little tough with the recent rainfall but Simon managed to find the fish. Totally wish we booked the 6 hour. It was very fun and we had a blast!
Peter Nicholas•Virginia, USMember since 20185.0Verified3 hour trip with CAPT Simon
3 Hour Trip - Shared (AM) MAX 6 on March 21, 2019 • 4 adultsBooked a 3 hours Salmon/Trout trip with Capt Simon for 4. Only one of us was an experienced fisherman. The other 3 couldn’t case a spinner at the beginning of the trip. He was very patient with the inexperience fished and by the end of the trip they were casting like pro’s. Came home with fish and a great time was had by all. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him and will be using him next time I’m in Queenstown.
Anthony Troy•California, USMember since 20205.0Verified4WD fly fishing
4WD Fly Fishing Experience on February 20, 2020 • 2 adultsAwesome day with Simon! Gotmusnon the fish and was very patient while we learned how to cast. I would not go anywhere else 5 stars!
Paul EvansMember since 20165.0VerifiedQUEENSTOWN FISHING THE WAY IT SHOULD BE
3 Hour Trip - Shared (AM) MAX 6 on October 31, 2016 • 2 adultsThis tip on Lake Wakapitu on board the vessel Nikita with Simon the owner was a great experience and we thoroughly recommend this trip to anyone. He was exceptionally professional and very friendly. Yes we caught a few good fish but we so enjoyed this great boat with hot coffee, tea and snacks on a cold morning and it was always interesting, moving to new locations and trying different catch methods. We have been on few charters and this is among the best. Try it you won't be disappointed Paul and Megan, Lake Macquarie New South Wales Australia.
Shannon Crowe•Texas, USMember since 20194.7VerifiedJune fishing trip
3 Hour Trip - Private (AM) on June 4, 2019 • 4 adults
Joel BoucherRepeat angler•
Australia•Member since 20182 trips5.0VerifiedFishing with Simon
6 Hour Trip - Shared (MAX 6) on November 17, 2018 • 4 adults
Shi Yuan•
New ZealandMember since 20184.3VerifiedJanuary fishing trip
3 Hour Trip - Private (PM) on January 2, 2018 • 9 adults
Mary Willmer•New ZealandMember since 20184.0VerifiedHalf day trip with captain Simon
3 Hour Trip - Shared (AM) MAX 6 on April 9, 2018 • 2 adultsVery friendly. He tried to find fish but none caught. Disappointed.
Andreas WieschhoffRepeat angler•
Singapore•Member since 20172 trips4.3Verified2 Hour Trip - PM
2 Hour Trip - PM on April 9, 2017 • 4 adults
John Dicker•AustraliaMember since 20174.3Verified6 hour trip
6 Hour Trip - Shared (MAX 6) on November 28, 2017 • 2 adultsThe boat and skipper were good - however the fishing was not good. Only one hook up all day - a small rainbow which spat the hook. Perhaps conditions were not ideal but expensive day for no action.
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All reviews (11)
Booked a 3 hours Salmon/Trout trip with Capt Simon for 4. Only one of us was an experienced fisherman. The other 3 couldn't case a spinner at the beginning of the trip. He was very patient with the inexperience fished and by the end of the trip they were casting like pro's. Came home with fish and a great time was had by all. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him and will be using him next time I'm in Queenstown.
The fishing was a little tough with the recent rainfall but Simon managed to find the fish. Totally wish we booked the 6 hour. It was very fun and we had a blast!
Awesome day with Simon! Gotmusnon the fish and was very patient while we learned how to cast. I would not go anywhere else 5 stars!
This tip on Lake Wakapitu on board the vessel Nikita with Simon the owner was a great experience and we thoroughly recommend this trip to anyone. He was exceptionally professional and very friendly. Yes we caught a few good fish but we so enjoyed this great boat with hot coffee, tea and snacks on a cold morning and it was always interesting, moving to new locations and trying different catch methods. We have been on few charters and this is among the best. Try it you won't be disappointed Paul and Megan, Lake Macquarie New South Wales Australia.
FAQs about Queenstown Fishing - Nikita
- NZ $255 per person - 3 Hour Trip - Shared (AM) MAX 6 (3 hours)
- NZ $255 per person - 3 Hour Trip - Shared (PM) MAX 6 (3 hours)
- NZ $410 per person - 6 Hour Trip - Shared (MAX 6) (7 hours)
- NZ $950 per group, additional NZ $475 per person after 2 guests - 4WD Fly Fishing Experience (9 hours)
- NZ $950 per group, additional NZ $475 per person after 2 guests - 4WD Softbaiting Experience (9 hours)
- NZ $1,150 per group - Drift Boat – Spin & Fly Fishing (9 hours)
- NZ $1,500 per group - 3 Hour Trip - Private (AM) (3 hours)
- NZ $1,500 per group - 3 Hour Trip - Private (PM) (3 hours)
- NZ $3,000 per group - 6 Hour Trip - Private (6 hours)
- Toilet
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Multimedia system
- Wireless trolling motor
- Ice box
- Rods, reels & tackle (Mainly Okuma, some Shimano.)
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- Snacks (Chips and biscuits.)
- Drinks (Tea, coffee, water.)
- Fly fishing equipment
- River fishing
- Lake fishing
- Backcountry fishing (Backcountry fishing licence will apply.)
- Light tackle
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Fly fishing
- Drift fishing
- Brown Trout
- Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
- Salmon (Chinook)
Your captain
Queenstown, New Zealand
Simon Cruickshank has been fishing and guiding for a quarter of a century in the beautiful freshwater fisheries of Otago and Southland. Simon skippers all his trips with a love and enthusiasm for these local waters that you can't help but get swept up by. He aims to make everyone fall in love with Lake Wakatipu and its many surrounding rivers, just as he did many years ago.
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How cancellations work
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 30 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.
What the listing policies are
Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
How you can pay
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:
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When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.
What’s biting in Queenstown right now
Brown Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Salmon (Chinook)