Captain
Julian Danby

Member since March 2019 Rotorua, New Zealand
Background
For as long as I can remember I have had a fishing rod in my hand. Fishing became my livelihood in 2015 establishing Rotorua Trout Guide allowing me the opportunity to host visiting anglers from around the globe in the fabulous fly fishing destination, the Rotorua district.
Techniques
I have most fun when fly fishing the wilderness rivers of New Zealand. on the boat im alway open to new techniques and methods to catch trout including Jigging, trolling and spinning.

Hey, I'm Captain Julian Danby

Rotorua, New Zealand
Background
For as long as I can remember I have had a fishing rod in my hand. Fishing became my livelihood in 2015 establishing Rotorua Trout Guide allowing me the opportunity to host visiting anglers from around the globe in the fabulous fly fishing destination, the Rotorua district.
Techniques
I have most fun when fly fishing the wilderness rivers of New Zealand. on the boat im alway open to new techniques and methods to catch trout including Jigging, trolling and spinning.
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My Charter Listings

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(15 reviews)
Rotorua
Trips from US $381
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(20 reviews)
Rotorua
Trips from US $323

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 35 reviews
Equipment
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great trip
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Great day catching rainbow trout around Rotarua.
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
95%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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Gina V. S.
Rotorua, New Zealand
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Full day trip with Julian

VERIFIED   Full Day Fly Fishing Trip (2 MAX) on March 5, 2022
Full day fly fish trip with Julian Danby in Rotorua. I am an experienced fly fisher and usually fish in Taupo and wanted to...
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Duncan L.
Wellington, New Zealand
Excellent
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1/2 Day trip

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip on November 20, 2021
What a great experience. Calm waters, quick and easy access to spots, no wasting time getting to far away spot.  My friend...
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Gerhard W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Post Xmas

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip on January 16, 2024
Highly recommended, skipper was highly knowledgeable on the best fishing spots👍 Manage to catch 6 trout
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Margie H.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Great fishing guide

VERIFIED   Special 8 hour trip for on January 5, 2024
Julian went out of his way to make sure we caught fish.  He is very knowledgeable and gave instructions on catching.
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Ray A.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Excellent
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1/2 day with Capt. Julian

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip on March 3, 2023
Best fishing day ever!  Perfect weather, stopped counting at 15 fish, and Julian made it all happen with his knowledge of...
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