Taupo Lake Adventures – Bravado III 

4.8/5 (165 reviews)
 65 Redoubt Street, Taupo, 3351, New Zealand

Taupo Lake Adventures – Bravado III 

4.8/5 (165 reviews)
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65 Redoubt Street
Taupo, New Zealand

Taupo Lake Adventures invites you on a fishing trip to remember. You will explore the majestic scenery of the Taupo Lake in New Zealand and get to fish for Trout. In the words of Captain Nick, 'the fishing pressure is low, the Trout are big, and the scenery is breathtaking.' All this is possible year round. And, it's suitable for families with kids and serious veteran fishermen. Here you will find a tasty tablefare.

Captain Nick is an experienced angler. He's been fishing for Trout since he was a young boy and could hold the rod. The past thirty years have seen him fishing around the Lake Taupo fisheries. Numerous repeat customers confirm his expertise and professionalism. Just have a look at the photos, and you'll know what we're talking about.

You will be fishing from a 37' Markline flybridge named 'Bravado III'. She is powered by two 210 HP Volvo Penta engines. The boat is fitted with navigational electronics, has a flush toilet, kitchen, a bed, as well as Scotty downriggers, and an ice box. Onboard, you will find an assortment a quality tackle and rods.

As you go fishing for Trout, you can try harling, deep trolling, and jigging. Captain Nick is versed in these techniques and will land you a hand if you're a beginner. Novice anglers will learn as the trip goes. Depending on where you want to go, you could be fishing within 10 to 20 minutes of the departure. And, if you're having a blast and want to extend the trip, you can. Children are welcome to join the chase.

You don't need to bring the gear - the crew will take care of that. There is complimentary coffee and tea onboard. You should bring your own food and snacks, as well as other drinks. Fishing licenses are required. Captain can provide you with fishing licenses at $25 per adult angler or $5 for a child angler.

Put on adequate clothes and footwear, and bring a camera. The crew will pack and clean your catch so you can take it home, and they can vacuum it and smoke it, if you'd like.

Taupo Lake Adventures invites you on a fishing trip to remember. You will explore the majestic scenery of the Taupo Lake in New Zealand and get to fish for Trout. In the words of Captain Nick, 'the fishing pressure is low, the Trout are big, and the scenery is breathtaking.' All this is possible year round. And, it's suitable for families with kids and serious veteran fishermen. Here you will find a tasty tablefare.

Captain Nick is an experienced angler. He's been fishing for Trout since he was a young boy and could hold the rod. The past thirty years have seen him fishing around the Lake Taupo fisheries. Numerous repeat customers confirm his expertise and professionalism. Just have a look at the photos, and you'll know what we're talking about.

You will be fishing from a 37' Markline flybridge named 'Bravado III'. She is powered by two 210 HP Volvo Penta engines. The boat is fitted with navigational electronics, has a flush toilet, kitchen, a bed, as well as Scotty downriggers, and an ice box. Onboard, you will find an assortment a quality tackle and rods.

As you go fishing for Trout, you can try harling, deep trolling, and jigging. Captain Nick is versed in these techniques and will land you a hand if you're a beginner. Novice anglers will learn as the trip goes. Depending on where you want to go, you could be fishing within 10 to 20 minutes of the departure. And, if you're having a blast and want to extend the trip, you can. Children are welcome to join the chase.

You don't need to bring the gear - the crew will take care of that. There is complimentary coffee and tea onboard. You should bring your own food and snacks, as well as other drinks. Fishing licenses are required. Captain can provide you with fishing licenses at $25 per adult angler or $5 for a child angler.

Put on adequate clothes and footwear, and bring a camera. The crew will pack and clean your catch so you can take it home, and they can vacuum it and smoke it, if you'd like.

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Rating

4.8
165 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (106)

What anglers say

97%
Great experience
97%
Family friendly
96%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
96%
Recommended
93%
Caught fish

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Donna Kellian
Donna Kellian
nz
New Zealand
Member since 2026
0
5.0
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Awesome experience
Half Day Trip - Trout Fishing (AM) on April 11, 20264 adults
We had a great time and Nicks fishing knowledge and expertise led to us going home happy fishers. We had a perfect morning fishing, no luck at first but we were surprised with double hookups a few times. Nick had a busy time garhing lines and fish. His boat, Bravado 3, was very spacious and comfortable for our group of four. Anyone of any age would enjoy the experience and we have no hesitation recommending the addition of a fishing charter with Nick to their itinerary. A great experience all round!! Nick even cleaned out catch for us which wasn't expected but greatly appreciated. Cheers Nick!!
Reported catch:
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Erica Dunford
Erica Dunford
us
Colorado, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
New
Beautiful day on the lake!
Half Day Trip - Trout Fishing (PM) on May 27, 20266 adults
Thank you for a wonderful day! Cap'n Nick was the perfect fishing guide. The boat was clean and comfortable and even had a bathroom. We were out on the lake for 3 hrs and had perfect weather. Our boys loved reeling in the large trout. We caught 5 trout which Nick cleaned up for us. We took them back to our apartment and cooked up a feast. Thank you for a memorable experience! Highly recommend!!
Reported catch:
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Eddie Pullar
Eddie Pullar
Repeat angler
nz
New Zealand
Member since 2024
2 trips
1
5.0
Verified
Magical Two Hours on Lake Taupo
Catch & Go (PM) on December 30, 20251 adult1 child
What a wonderful way to spend a couple of holiday hours on the lake with my granddaughter. She caught her first rainbow trout within minutes of the lines going down and she was so delighted. Our skipper, Nick, knew where to go and how to get the rainbows to bite. We caught quite a few between us, returning the smaller ones so they can grow bigger, but we still went home with a few decent feeds in the bin. Can't thank Nick enough for his skill and efforts and for a very comfortable boating/fishing experience.
Hiram Vazquez
Hiram Vazquez
us
Louisiana, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
New
fishing trip taupo
Half Day Trip - Trout Fishing (PM) on May 2, 20262 adults
capitan nick was very helpfull and accomodating, we had our first strike within minutes of droping the lines and it never stoped
Robert Hunter
Robert Hunter
nz
New Zealand
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
Fantastic fishing
Half Day Trip - Trout Fishing (AM) on April 16, 20264 adults1 child
What a fantastic trip Cudos to Nick the skipper 10 hooked 3 lost 3 released 4 kept highly recommend Nick on the Bravado 3 cheers the boys from Southland

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Catch & Go (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
2 hour trip starts at 9:00 AM
US $239
Entire boat: up to 8 people
Catch & Go (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
2 hour trip starts at 2:00 PM
US $239
Entire boat: up to 8 people
Half Day Trip - Trout Fishing (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 - Trout Fishing (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
US $359
Entire boat: up to 8 people
Extended Half Day (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $479
Entire boat: up to 8 people
Extended Half Day (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
US $479
Entire boat: up to 8 people
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Rating

4.8
165 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (106)

What anglers say

97%
Great experience
97%
Family friendly
96%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
96%
Recommended
93%
Caught fish

All reviews (165)

Filter
Showing 15 of 165 reviews
Donna Kellian
Donna Kellian
nz
New Zealand
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
Awesome experience
Half Day Trip - Trout Fishing (AM) on April 11, 20264 adults
We had a great time and Nicks fishing knowledge and expertise led to us going home happy fishers. We had a perfect morning fishing, no luck at first but we were surprised with double hookups a few times. Nick had a busy time garhing lines and fish. His boat, Bravado 3, was very spacious and comfortable for our group of four. Anyone of any age would enjoy the experience and we have no hesitation recommending the addition of a fishing charter with Nick to their itinerary. A great experience all round!! Nick even cleaned out catch for us which wasn't expected but greatly appreciated. Cheers Nick!!
Reported catch:
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Erica Dunford
Erica Dunford
us
Colorado, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
New
Beautiful day on the lake!
Half Day Trip - Trout Fishing (PM) on May 27, 20266 adults
Thank you for a wonderful day! Cap'n Nick was the perfect fishing guide. The boat was clean and comfortable and even had a bathroom. We were out on the lake for 3 hrs and had perfect weather. Our boys loved reeling in the large trout. We caught 5 trout which Nick cleaned up for us. We took them back to our apartment and cooked up a feast. Thank you for a memorable experience! Highly recommend!!
Reported catch:
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Eddie Pullar
Eddie Pullar
Repeat angler
nz
New Zealand
Member since 2024
2 trips
1
5.0
Verified
Magical Two Hours on Lake Taupo
Catch & Go (PM) on December 30, 20251 adult1 child
What a wonderful way to spend a couple of holiday hours on the lake with my granddaughter. She caught her first rainbow trout within minutes of the lines going down and she was so delighted. Our skipper, Nick, knew where to go and how to get the rainbows to bite. We caught quite a few between us, returning the smaller ones so they can grow bigger, but we still went home with a few decent feeds in the bin. Can't thank Nick enough for his skill and efforts and for a very comfortable boating/fishing experience.
Hiram Vazquez
Hiram Vazquez
us
Louisiana, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
New
fishing trip taupo
Half Day Trip - Trout Fishing (PM) on May 2, 20262 adults
capitan nick was very helpfull and accomodating, we had our first strike within minutes of droping the lines and it never stoped
Robert Hunter
Robert Hunter
nz
New Zealand
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
Fantastic fishing
Half Day Trip - Trout Fishing (AM) on April 16, 20264 adults1 child
What a fantastic trip Cudos to Nick the skipper 10 hooked 3 lost 3 released 4 kept highly recommend Nick on the Bravado 3 cheers the boys from Southland

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
12 persons
Boat length
37 ft
Year built
1987
Restored in
2007
Boat manufacturer
Markline
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Volvo Penta
Powered by
2 x 210HP
Max cruising speed
24 knots
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