New Zealand Fishing Charters

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Top Fishing Charters in New Zealand

New Zealand: 54 fishing charters available

Fish Taupo
Fish Taupo

Taupo • 28 ft • 5 persons

When you’re ready to cast your line in a lake that is almost the size of Singapore, Taupo Lake is the place to go to.

"Captain Marty and his boat are top shelf - he was friendly, informative, and clearly knew what he was doing…." —⁠ Steve,
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trips fromUS $194
Taupo Boating & Fishing Charters
Taupo Boating & Fishing Charters

Taupo • 43 ft • 23 persons

Taupo Boating & Fishing Charters is committed to tailoring a fishing trip to suit you.

"My family of four booked a 6h fishing trip. Capn Dan, the skipper of MV Solamaar made our fishing experience a highly memorable one." —⁠ Adeline,
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trips fromUS $232
Big Fish Bay Of Islands
Big Fish Bay Of Islands

Paihia • 21 ft • 4 persons

Big Fish Bay Of Islands takes you fishing around the rich fisheries of New Zealand.

"Our trip with Captain Derek was fantastic! Not only did he take us out fishing, but he also gave us a tour of the area and told us stories about the history and culture." —⁠ Kristen,
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trips fromUS $425
Rotorua Taupo Flyfishing adventures
Rotorua Taupo Flyfishing adventures

Rotorua • 2 persons

If you’re looking for one of the best and most beautiful Trout fisheries on the planet, you’ll hardly find a better place than New Zealand!

"What an amazing experience! I had no fishing experience and my husband had “some”." —⁠ Jacqueline,
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trips fromUS $182
White Striker Charters Troutcatcher
White Striker Charters Troutcatcher

Taupo • 32 ft • 8 persons

White Striker Charter specializes in fishing for Trout on the world-famous Lake Taupo in New Zealand.

"Richard made our afternoon a great experience. His boat was clean and comfortable, and he provided us with the support and assistance we required." —⁠ Anne,
trips fromUS $364
Riko Boat Charters
Riko Boat Charters

Auckland • 38 ft • 10 persons

There's a fish with your name on it in Auckland, and Riko Boat Charters will help you catch it!

"Bryan captains a great fishing experience.  He shares his knowledge of the harbour, the fish and wider environmental impacts on the fishing stock." —⁠ Anne,
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trips fromUS $880
Strikezone Sportfishing NZ
Strikezone Sportfishing NZ

Tairua • 29 ft • 4 persons

StrikeZone Sportfishing Charters is the premium charter operation out of Tairua, New Zealand.

"Captain Jason of strikezone sports fishing NZ was a pleasure to deal with and couldn’t do enough for us and made a day of tough fishing a real pleasure to be out on the boat with him." —⁠ John,
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trips fromUS $576
Get Reel Charters
Get Reel Charters

Paihia • 35 ft • 8 persons

New Zealand is well-known throughout the world as one of the best places to go fishing on this planet.

"We booked Get Reel Charters for our work xmas trip and the trip was amazing ." —⁠ Aaron, Belgrade
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trips fromUS $425
Taupo Lake Adventures – Bravado III
Taupo Lake Adventures – Bravado III

Taupo • 37 ft • 12 persons

Taupo Lake Adventures invites you on a fishing trip to remember.

"My family and i had a super duper great time. Captain Nick is such a great person to be around entertaining and replying our questions." —⁠ Azleena,
trips fromUS $243
Taupo Lake Adventures – Te Arani II
Taupo Lake Adventures – Te Arani II

Taupo • 22 ft • 4 persons

Make an adventure out of your next trip to Taupo and go fishing with Taupo Lake Adventures Ltd.

"It was a beautiful day and very relaxing fishing as you had more time available by trolling." —⁠ Georg,
trips fromUS $194
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Frequently Asked Questions about Fishing Charters in New Zealand

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Fishing in New Zealand

With its stunning mountains and seemingly endless stretches of untamed nature, New Zealand is easily one of the most beautiful places in the world. Add to that outstanding freshwater and saltwater fishing opportunities, and you’ve got a combo made in heaven. If you’re coming here for the first time and you’re not sure where to start, don’t worry – there are plenty of fishing charters in New Zealand ready to help you out.

It doesn’t matter if you’re a freshwater enthusiast or a saltwater trophy chaser, in New Zealand, you can do both. The North Island is game fishing central – it boasts the biggest Striped Marlin fishery on the planet! Blue Marlin are just as popular, along with Yellowfin Tuna, Yellowtail Amberjack (Kingfish), Snapper, Hapuka and Trevally.

On the freshwater front, the action is just as good. In the unspoiled streams and mountain rivers of the South Island, you’ll find copious amounts of big Rainbow and Brown Trout. Oh, and did we mention that Chinook Salmon (Quinnat) is also on the cards? In spring and summer, Quinnat swarm the streams of the South Island’s east coast.

With so much biodiversity and land to cover, your safest bet is to turn to a New Zealand charter for guidance. Whether you plan on fly fishing somewhere in the wilderness or you’re preparing for a multi-day Marlin hunt, a trustworthy skipper will make all the difference. Anything from half day trips to the bay to week-long fly fishing expeditions are available, you just need to take your pick. Auckland, Taupo, and Tairua all hold good numbers of charter boats that are at your disposal.

Rules & Regulations

Before you start fishing, you’ll need a valid fishing licence, even if you’re going out with a charter. There are several types of licences, so pick the one that suits you best and hit the water.

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New Zealand Fishing Seasons

January

The beginning of the year marks the start of the sportfishing season. It’s a great time to go after various types of Billfish, especially Striped Marlin, who love warm waters. If luck is on your side, you might find yourself a Tuna or two as well.

February

Things get into high gear in February, and this is the busiest time for New Zealand fishing charters. Marlin fishing is at its peak, and you can even go after Swordfish. In the freshwater realm, Rainbow and Brown Trout are biting left and right.

March

Summer might be coming to a close, but that doesn’t mean the fishing slows down. Load up some anchovies, and head out to the bluewater to get that massive Yellowfin Tuna. Swordfishing is also excellent in March.

April

The Striped Marlin bite is still going strong, and the same goes for Blues. Yellowfin Tuna are probably the most sought-after species in April. If you love light tackle fishing, then Kingfish, Snapper, and Kahawai are very active this time of year.

May

Offshore fishing usually starts to subside sometime in May, but Auckland is still holding strong. This is the last hurrah of the season for the Swordfish hunters. If you’re a freshwater fisherman, you’ll enjoy some of the best Trout action in the country come May.

June

With the cold front slowly taking over, there are fewer suitable fishing days. Still, when the weather is good, you can go after Kingfish – even Swordfish if the conditions align. Maori New Year celebrations start later in the month, so embrace the festive spirit.

July

While saltwater fishing takes a break in winter, July is a good time to go on a proper Kiwi freshwater adventure. From Chinook Salmon to Brown and Rainbow Trout, the bite is on fire! There’s always plenty to see and catch in the New Zealand wilderness.

August

You’ll find Trout lovers on just about any freshwater fishing ground, so why not join them? The inshore saltwater bite is doing just fine too, with plenty of Hapuka, Gurnard, Pink Snapper and Tarakihi for light tackle anglers.

September

Spring is just around the corner, but the weather can be fickle in September. When the forecast shows it’s safe to fish, you can hook into Silver Trevally, Hapuka, and Tarakihi, to name a few. Freshwater fishing still boasts more than decent amounts of Trout.

 

October

The days are getting warmer and the fish are becoming more active with every passing day. In October, Pink Snapper are the most common catch on light tackle, along with Kingfish, Hapuka and Tarakihi.

November

Slowly but surely, things are starting to heat up in the saltwater realm. Snappers are hungry, so come closer to shore. Want to enjoy spring in nature? Head to the nearest Trout stream and fish for Brownies and Rainbows – you won’t regret it.

December

The sportfishing season is about to begin in earnest, and now is a good time to book your trip with a New Zealand fishing charter. Pink Snapper and Kahawai are popular catches at the end of the year, with more Marlin showing up in the bluewater every day.

New Zealand Fishing Calendar

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Featured photos from New Zealand

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How did anglers rate fishing charters in New Zealand?

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Top Types of Fishing in New Zealand

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Top Fishing Techniques in New Zealand

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Top Targeted Species in New Zealand

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