Days Out Fishing Charters BOI NZ 

5.0/5 (49 reviews)
 Paihia, Northland, New Zealand, Paihia, 0204, New Zealand
5.0/5 (49 reviews)
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Paihia, Northland, New Zealand
Paihia, New Zealand

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.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 49 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (38)

Great Days fishing - caught Kingfish & Snappers.
Great Days fishing - caught Kingfish & Snappers.
Great morning
+35

Angler rating

41
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

88%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

86%

Caught fish

97%

Showing 1 - 5 of 49 reviews
Showing: 5 of 49 reviews
Muritomu H.
Muritomu H.
5.0/5

Oct 30, 2024

Snapper Trip – Private/6 PAX (AM)

Fishing trip we'll NEVER forget.

VERIFIED

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...  

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 Muritomu H. recommends Days Out Fishing Charters BOI NZ
 Muritomu H. recommends Days Out Fishing Charters BOI NZ
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on November 1, 2024
Glad you all had a great time See you next year safe travels

Daniel M.
Daniel M.
5.0/5

May 31, 2025

7 Hr Trip – Kingfish Private/6 PAX

Great trip

VERIFIED

Great time

Great time  

 Daniel M. recommends Days Out Fishing Charters BOI NZ
 Daniel M. recommends Days Out Fishing Charters BOI NZ

Mark H.
Mark H.
5.0/5

Feb 8, 2025

7 Hr Trip – Kingfish Private/6 PAX

Great Days fishing - caught Kingfish & Snappers.

VERIFIED

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...  

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 Mark H. recommends Days Out Fishing Charters BOI NZ
1 person finds this review helpful
 Mark H. recommends Days Out Fishing Charters BOI NZ
1 person finds this review helpful

Angela M.
Angela M.
5.0/5

Dec 2, 2024

4 hours private 2 pacs

Great morning

VERIFIED

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....  

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 Angela M. recommends Days Out Fishing Charters BOI NZ
 Angela M. recommends Days Out Fishing Charters BOI NZ
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Replied on December 2, 2024
Was a pleasure having you guys on board safe travels

Jess K.
Jess K.
4.7/5

Aug 10, 2024

Winter blue fin 4 pacs

Whole experience

VERIFIED

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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 Jess K. recommends Days Out Fishing Charters BOI NZ
 Jess K. recommends Days Out Fishing Charters BOI NZ
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on August 10, 2024
Safe travels was a pleasure

Trip availability and prices

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4 hours private 2 pacs
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
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US $714 
Entire boat: up to 7 people
Snapper Trip – Private/6 PAX (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Mar 31
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US $893 
Entire boat: up to 7 people
7 Hr Trip – Kingfish Private/6 PAX
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
21 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Mar 31
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US $1,309 
Entire boat: up to 7 people
Private Hapuka deep sea
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
9 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
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US $1,488 
Entire boat: up to 7 people
Winter blue fin 4 pacs
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
2 Day Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Overnight stay, lodging
Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Sep 30
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US $1,785 
Entire boat: up to 7 people
Private (marlin
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
10 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
Seasonal trip Nov 1 - Jun 1
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US $1,845 
Entire boat: up to 7 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 49 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (38)

Great Days fishing - caught Kingfish & Snappers.
Great Days fishing - caught Kingfish & Snappers.
Great morning
+35

Angler rating

41
1
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

88%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

86%

Caught fish

97%

Showing 1 - 5 of 49 reviews
Showing: 5 of 49 reviews
Muritomu H.
Muritomu H.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fishing trip we'll NEVER forget.

VERIFIED

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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 Muritomu H. recommends Days Out Fishing Charters BOI NZ
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on November 1, 2024
Glad you all had a great time See you next year safe travels

Daniel M.
Daniel M.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great trip

VERIFIED

7 Hr Trip – Kingfish Private/6 PAX on May 31, 2025

Great time

Great time  

 Daniel M. recommends Days Out Fishing Charters BOI NZ

Mark H.
Mark H.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great Days fishing - caught Kingfish & Snappers.

VERIFIED

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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 Mark H. recommends Days Out Fishing Charters BOI NZ
1 person finds this review helpful

Angela M.
Angela M.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great morning

VERIFIED

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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 Angela M. recommends Days Out Fishing Charters BOI NZ
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on December 2, 2024
Was a pleasure having you guys on board safe travels

Jess K.
Jess K.
4.7/5

Experience:

4.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Whole experience

VERIFIED

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  

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 Jess K. recommends Days Out Fishing Charters BOI NZ
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on August 10, 2024
Safe travels was a pleasure

FAQs about Days Out Fishing Charters BOI NZ

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
7 persons
Boat length
30 ft
Year built
2014
Boat manufacturer
Extreme 885
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
Honda
Powered by
2 x 175HP
Max cruising speed
27 knots
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