Captain
Daniel Wood

Member since March 2019 Taupo, New Zealand
Background
The Taupo Boating & Fishing Charters crew have years of experience fishing their local lake and all over New Zealand. They're committed to providing a professional, knowledgeable service, teaching you all about these productive waters, and are happy to fulfil whatever specific requirements you may have. Your captain, Dan Wood, loves meeting new people and hopes to put a smile on your face when you come aboard.
Techniques
After many years of Fly Fishing in rivers and Lakes throughout New Zealand I eventually was attracted by the relative comfort of boat fishing. The traditional, so called purist Fly Fishermen will often express their views on how boat fishing requires little skill or knowledge. I can tell you that Boat Fishing for Trout is a whole new adventure. Understanding the feeding, breading, seasonal, boat speed, weather, lake geography and the numerous other factors will directly affect the catch rate. Techniques employed by us include Deep Water Trolling with Downriggers, Harling and my favourite - Jig Fishing. These techniques are to be employed to align with the various factors to decide the best option for the time of day or season. Rod handling and lures used, whether feather or metal/plastic are another knowledge base altogether. I share my knowledge and impart my skills whenever a Client Fisherman or interested newcomer displays an interest to gain appreciation of this magnificent sport

Hey, I'm Captain Daniel Wood

Taupo, New Zealand
Background
The Taupo Boating & Fishing Charters crew have years of experience fishing their local lake and all over New Zealand. They're committed to providing a professional, knowledgeable service, teaching you all about these productive waters, and are happy to fulfil whatever specific requirements you may have. Your captain, Dan Wood, loves meeting new people and hopes to put a smile on your face when you come aboard.
Techniques
After many years of Fly Fishing in rivers and Lakes throughout New Zealand I eventually was attracted by the relative comfort of boat fishing. The traditional, so called purist Fly Fishermen will often express their views on how boat fishing requires little skill or knowledge. I can tell you that Boat Fishing for Trout is a whole new adventure. Understanding the feeding, breading, seasonal, boat speed, weather, lake geography and the numerous other factors will directly affect the catch rate. Techniques employed by us include Deep Water Trolling with Downriggers, Harling and my favourite - Jig Fishing. These techniques are to be employed to align with the various factors to decide the best option for the time of day or season. Rod handling and lures used, whether feather or metal/plastic are another knowledge base altogether. I share my knowledge and impart my skills whenever a Client Fisherman or interested newcomer displays an interest to gain appreciation of this magnificent sport
Anglers Choice
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(93 reviews)
Angler's choice
Taupo
Trips from US $251

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 93 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Great ship, great crew, great fun
Great ship, great crew, great fun
Great ship, great crew, great fun
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
95%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
88%
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Angela K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fabulous experience

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip โ€“ Fishing and Fun on January 12, 2025
Booked this for my husband as he loves fishing. Turned out to be a great experience for the whole family. Kids loved the boat...
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Marc L. B.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great ship, great crew, great fun

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip โ€“ Fishing and Fun on June 21, 2025
Had a blast on our first time lake fishing. Ship was very comfy, and Captain Dan and Ri was very friendly! They made catching...
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Andres S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fisching day

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip โ€“ Fishing and Fun on January 19, 2025
Awesome day with family and with wonderful crue. Sunny day, frendly and helpful crue,ย  a few nice fisch and good mood. Captain...
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Ed F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great experience.

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip โ€“ Fishing and Fun (AM) on December 28, 2024
The Captain was a really nice fellow and very experienced fishing for trout in Lake Taupล. He also was very knowledgeable...
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Julian B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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April fishing trip

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip โ€“ Fishing and Fun (AM) on April 16, 2025
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