White Striker Charters Troutcatcher 

4.9/5 (210 reviews)
 Ferry Road 9, Taupo, 3330, New Zealand

White Striker Charters Troutcatcher 

Taupo, New Zealand
32 ft
8
4.9/5 (210 reviews)

White Striker Charter specializes in fishing for Trout on the world-famous Lake Taupo in New Zealand. Captain Richard Staines has over three decades of charter experience on Lake Taupo and knows about everything that makes for a fun and productive fishing trip. He is happy to welcome both beginners and more experienced anglers aboard.

You will be fishing on a 32’ Genesis cruiser that’s outfitted with a 250 HP Hyundai engine and has plenty of space for up to eight anglers to fish in comfort. Apart from all the necessary safety and navigation gear, the boat has a private head, full kitchen facilities, and a fridge/freezer as well. The boat is designed to be suited for fishing in all weather conditions, so feel free to book at any time you like.

Lake Taupo is heaven for Trout fishing, and what better way to do it than with Taupo’s most experienced charter operator. Jigging and trolling with downriggers are the main techniques used by Captain Richard to get you on the fish. Three-hour trips are the standard fare when it comes to fishing Lake Taupo, but longer trips can also be arranged and different departure times.

The price of a trip includes rods, reels, and terminal tackle, as well as the cleaning and bagging of your catch after the trip. 24-hour fishing licenses are now brought online with (Dept of Conservation) DOC Taupo fishing licenses. Adult $23.00 Child $5.00. I'll help you when you board the boat if you wish. Take along a pair of polarized sunglasses and some snacks if you’re so inclined and the adventure can begin. Sorry no pay wave. Due to increased fuel cost any trip to the carvings there is a $50.00 surcharge.

White Striker Charter specializes in fishing for Trout on the world-famous Lake Taupo in New Zealand. Captain Richard Staines has over three decades of charter experience on Lake Taupo and knows about everything that makes for a fun and productive fishing trip. He is happy to welcome both beginners and more experienced anglers aboard.

You will be fishing on a 32’ Genesis cruiser that’s outfitted with a 250 HP Hyundai engine and has plenty of space for up to eight anglers to fish in comfort. Apart from all the necessary safety and navigation gear, the boat has a private head, full kitchen facilities, and a fridge/freezer as well. The boat is designed to be suited for fishing in all weather conditions, so feel free to book at any time you like.

Lake Taupo is heaven for Trout fishing, and what better way to do it than with Taupo’s most experienced charter operator. Jigging and trolling with downriggers are the main techniques used by Captain Richard to get you on the fish. Three-hour trips are the standard fare when it comes to fishing Lake Taupo, but longer trips can also be arranged and different departure times.

The price of a trip includes rods, reels, and terminal tackle, as well as the cleaning and bagging of your catch after the trip. 24-hour fishing licenses are now brought online with (Dept of Conservation) DOC Taupo fishing licenses. Adult $23.00 Child $5.00. I'll help you when you board the boat if you wish. Take along a pair of polarized sunglasses and some snacks if you’re so inclined and the adventure can begin. Sorry no pay wave. Due to increased fuel cost any trip to the carvings there is a $50.00 surcharge.

Richard Staines
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Trip availability and prices

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Half Day Trip (AM)
In high demand Last booked: 1 day ago
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 9:00 AM
US $351
Entire boat: up to 8 people
Half Day Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
US $351
Entire boat: up to 8 people
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Rating

4.9
210 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (163)

What anglers say

97%
Great experience
96%
Family friendly
99%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
97%
Recommended
94%
Caught fish

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Daniel Isaman
Daniel Isaman
us
Colorado, US
Member since 2026
5.0
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Great Afternoon
Half Day Trip (PM) on February 20, 20264 adults

The four of us spent a wonderful afternoon on the lake fishing, learning about the area and talking to the captain. We heard about the history of the Lake Taupo and its fish, and the region in general. WE had a great trout dinner to top the day off.

Carmen Vincent
Carmen Vincent
nz
New Zealand
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Awesome!!
Half Day Trip (AM) on July 11, 20265 adults

Great trip, would highly recommend to anyone considering booking.

Pieter Polderman
Pieter Polderman
gb
United Kingdom
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
great 3 hour trip
Half Day Trip (AM) on April 11, 20261 adult

what can i sat excellent 3 hour trip with a very experienced captain lots of history of the lake and surrounding topography . managed to catch 3 rainbow trout very happy will book again when i return 😀

Joye Rowlands
Joye Rowlands
Repeat angler
nz
New Zealand
Member since 2025
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Autumn Fishing
Half Day Trip (AM) on April 19, 20264 adults2 children

Miserable gloomy day - caught 2 fish. Captain tried everything to try to catch more. Wasnt to be - but great day and good memories made with family. Second trip on this boat - will bookagain.

Simon Smith
Simon Smith
Repeat angler
au
Australia
Member since 2018
2 trips
5.0
Verified
All around great morning
Half Day Trip (AM) on January 24, 20264 adults2 children

A very enjoyable and successful morning fishing. Richard was great with the kids. everyone caught a nice fish. The boat is comfortable and warm when it needed to be. Definitely recommend.

Reported catch:
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)

FAQs about White Striker Charters Troutcatcher

White Striker Charters Troutcatcher offers the following trips to customers:
  • NZ $600 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (3 hours)
  • NZ $600 per group - Half Day Trip (PM) (3 hours)
When you book a trip with White Striker Charters Troutcatcher, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Kitchen
  • Ice box Fridge and freezer.
  • Radar
Trips booked with White Striker Charters Troutcatcher include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Trout cleaned and bagged)
  • Drinks (Tea and coffee are complimentary.)
White Striker Charters Troutcatcher offers the following type of fishing:
  • Lake fishing (On Lake Taupo, Famous for its trout)
White Striker Charters Troutcatcher offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle (Using downriggers / harling / jigging)
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
Top targeted fish species with White Striker Charters Troutcatcher include:
  • Brown Trout
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)

Your captain

Richard Staines
Richard Staines
Richard Staines

Taupo, New Zealand

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210 Customer reviews
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Member since November 2017

Capt. Richard of White Striker Charters runs fishing trips on Lake Taupo. Richard is Taupo born and bred and has fished the lake all his life. With over 30 years of charter operating experience, Richard knows these waters intimately and will work to put you on fish. He will make sure that you have an enjoyable day out and a trip to remember. If you're looking for a professional and friendly service, he's the one to fish with.

ID & license verified
210 Customer reviews
Typical response within 1 hour
Member since November 2017

Capt. Richard of White Striker Charters runs fishing trips on Lake Taupo. Richard is Taupo born and bred and has fished the lake all his life. With over 30 years of charter operating experience, Richard knows these waters intimately and will work to put you on fish. He will make sure that you have an enjoyable day out and a trip to remember. If you're looking for a professional and friendly service, he's the one to fish with.

The fish you can target

Brown Trout
Brown Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
Brown Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Yachts
Capacity
8 persons
Boat length
32 ft
Year built
1997
Boat manufacturer
Genesis
Boat type
Cruiser
Engine model
Hyundai
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
28 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Lake Fishing
On Lake Taupo, Famous for its trout

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Using downriggers / harling / jigging
Trolling
Jigging

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Kitchen
Ice box
Fridge and freezer.
Radar

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Catch cleaning & filleting
Trout cleaned and bagged
Drinks
Tea and coffee are complimentary.

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
You keep catch
Catch is cleaned and baggged
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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:

 Cash

 Visa

 Mastercard

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Taupo right now

Brown TroutBrown Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)

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