White Striker Charters Troutcatcher 

4.9/5 (209 reviews)
 Ferry Road 9, Taupo, 3330, New Zealand

White Striker Charters Troutcatcher 

4.9/5 (209 reviews)
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Ferry Road 9
Taupo, New Zealand

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.

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Rating

4.9
209 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
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Colorado, US
Member since 2026
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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.
Pieter Polderman
Pieter Polderman
gb
United Kingdom
Member since 2024
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5.0
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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
0
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
0
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)
Richard Koplik
Richard Koplik
Repeat angler
us
New Jersey, US
Member since 2017
12 trips
0
5.0
Verified
Great Fishing Trip
Half Day Trip (AM) on January 2, 20262 adults
Really well equipped boat; congenial & very knowledgeable Captain Richard. Caught lots of rainbow trout. nothing huge, but several would easily feed our party of two

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Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 9:00 AM
US $359
Entire boat: up to 8 people
Half Day Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
US $359
Entire boat: up to 8 people
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Rating

4.9
209 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
0
5.0
Verified
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.
Pieter Polderman
Pieter Polderman
gb
United Kingdom
Member since 2024
0
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
0
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
0
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)
Richard Koplik
Richard Koplik
Repeat angler
us
New Jersey, US
Member since 2017
12 trips
0
5.0
Verified
Great Fishing Trip
Half Day Trip (AM) on January 2, 20262 adults
Really well equipped boat; congenial & very knowledgeable Captain Richard. Caught lots of rainbow trout. nothing huge, but several would easily feed our party of two

FAQs about White Striker Charters Troutcatcher

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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
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