Days Out Fishing Charters offers unique fishing experience in the rich Bay of Islands. These waters are crammed with fish off all shapes and colors, and you will be fishing with the Bay of Islands’ only big Snapper and Kingfish Specialist - Skipper Darren Knapping
Whether you’re a pro angler or a bit less experienced, Capt. Darren will help you have a time to remember. His trips run year round and often get people the fish of their lifetime. Just have a look at all the fish and smiley people in the photos above - and you’ll understand what Days Out is all about.
Skipper Darren is a local fisherman. He grew up fishing around these waters and has a deep understanding of the ocean and the rich life beneath the surface. Having served in the New Zealand Navy for a number of years and working in commercial tuna fishing, Darren eventually came to build one of the finest fishing machines in the area.
Days Out is a custom-built Extreme 885 9mtr’ center console. She is powered by twin 175HP Honda engines. The boat can take up to 7 people, and it’s rigged with Garmin navigational electronics, features a toilet, tuna tubes, a big live well, and ice boxes. She has a cabin, walk around, plenty of room for fishing, and enough shade for all people onboard. She is a stable boat fit to weather these waters.
You’ll face numerous fish species in the Bay of Islands. Darren is a specialist when it comes to Yellowtail Kingfish and Snapper. His private trips will see you using a variety of techniques, using catch tackle and quality rods and lines. Darren will supply all the gear, tackle, and license. There will be some snacks and drinks on board lunch can be served for an additional cost if requested beforehand.
Book your spot and come for a great day out on the water! Get your camera and a sunblock, then hop onboard.
Rating summary
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Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
88%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
86%
Caught fish
97%
Oct 30, 2024
Snapper Trip – Private/6 PAX (AM)
THE BEST FISHING EXPERIENCE. This fishing charter was the best we've ever been on. Such a great day out with all my family. Captain was very helpful, knowledgeable and obviously loves what he does. Made us all feel comfortable straight off the bat with some good old laughs. We started easing into the whole experience with catching live bait, which was alot of fun in itself.Definitely will be recommending him to all our family and we'll be coming back next year to do it all over again. 10/10 from us, and most of all we caught fish ( not just the live bait) haha. Thanks captain !!! Everyone had a blast !!!!
THE BEST FISHING EXPERIENCE. This fishing charter was the best we've ever been on. Such a great day out with all my family. Captain...
May 31, 2025
7 Hr Trip – Kingfish Private/6 PAX
Great time
Great time
Feb 8, 2025
7 Hr Trip – Kingfish Private/6 PAX
Had a great days fishing with Darren. Caught 2 Kingfish around 15-20lb & a few snappers. The crew knew their stuff & were good company for the day.
Had a great days fishing with Darren. Caught 2 Kingfish around 15-20lb & a few snappers. The crew knew their stuff & were good...
Dec 2, 2024
4 hours private 2 pacs
Captain Darren hosted a fantastic morning for us. He was welcoming, explained the fishing tactics well and kept us on the fish. Great experience!
Captain Darren hosted a fantastic morning for us. He was welcoming, explained the fishing tactics well and kept us on the fish....
Aug 10, 2024
Winter blue fin 4 pacs
Great skipper our crew thoroughly enjoyed their day out. Thanks Darren awesome experience
Great skipper our crew thoroughly enjoyed their day out. Thanks Darren awesome experience
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Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (38)
Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
88%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
86%
Caught fish
97%
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Snapper Trip – Private/6 PAX (AM) on October 30, 2024
THE BEST FISHING EXPERIENCE. This fishing charter was the best we've ever been on. Such a great day out with all my family. Captain was very helpful, knowledgeable and obviously loves what he does. Made us all feel comfortable straight off the bat with some good old laughs. We started easing into the whole experience with catching live bait, which was alot of fun in itself.Definitely will be recommending him to all our family and we'll be coming back next year to do it all over again. 10/10 from us, and most of all we caught fish ( not just the live bait) haha. Thanks captain !!! Everyone had a blast !!!!
THE BEST FISHING EXPERIENCE. This fishing charter was the best we've ever been on. Such a great day out with all my family. Captain was very helpful, knowledgeable and obviously loves what he does. Made us all feel comfortable straight off the bat with some good old laughs. We started easing into the whole experience with catching live bait, which was alot of fun in itself.Definitely will be recommending him to all our family and we'll be coming back next year to do it all over again. 10/10...
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7 Hr Trip – Kingfish Private/6 PAX on May 31, 2025
Great time
Great time
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7 Hr Trip – Kingfish Private/6 PAX on February 8, 2025
Had a great days fishing with Darren. Caught 2 Kingfish around 15-20lb & a few snappers. The crew knew their stuff & were good company for the day.
Had a great days fishing with Darren. Caught 2 Kingfish around 15-20lb & a few snappers. The crew knew their stuff & were good company for the day.
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4 hours private 2 pacs on December 2, 2024
Captain Darren hosted a fantastic morning for us. He was welcoming, explained the fishing tactics well and kept us on the fish. Great experience!
Captain Darren hosted a fantastic morning for us. He was welcoming, explained the fishing tactics well and kept us on the fish. Great experience!
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Winter blue fin 4 pacs on August 10, 2024
Great skipper our crew thoroughly enjoyed their day out. Thanks Darren awesome experience
Great skipper our crew thoroughly enjoyed their day out. Thanks Darren awesome experience