Captain
Richard Staines

Member since November 2017 Taupo, New Zealand
Background
Capt. Richard of White Striker Charters runs fishing trips on Lake Taupo. Richard is Taupo born and bred and has fished the lake all his life. With over 30 years of charter operating experience, Richard knows these waters intimately and will work to put you on fish. He will make sure that you have an enjoyable day out and a trip to remember. If you're looking for a professional and friendly service, he's the one to fish with.
Techniques
Boat fishing is the easiest way to catch our trout

Hey, I'm Captain Richard Staines

Taupo, New Zealand
Background
Capt. Richard of White Striker Charters runs fishing trips on Lake Taupo. Richard is Taupo born and bred and has fished the lake all his life. With over 30 years of charter operating experience, Richard knows these waters intimately and will work to put you on fish. He will make sure that you have an enjoyable day out and a trip to remember. If you're looking for a professional and friendly service, he's the one to fish with.
Techniques
Boat fishing is the easiest way to catch our trout
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White Striker Charters Troutcatcher

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(194 reviews)
Taupo
 3 bookings in the past week.
Trips from US $344

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 194 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
94%
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Richard K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Fishing Trip

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) on January 2, 2026
Really well equipped boat; congenial & very knowledgeable Captain Richard.ย  Caught lots of rainbow trout.ย  nothing huge,...
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Erol A.
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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Richard and Taupo

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) on December 28, 2025
We had an absoluly wonderful time with Richard and an outstanding mornjng of fishing on Lake Taupo. Richard obviously loves...
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Harun J.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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My fishing trip at Lake Taupo

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on November 20, 2025
We are a group of 6 but 4 of us were fishing. The trip started on time with the introduction and safety messages. We...
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Stella Z.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Good experiences

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (PM) on January 3, 2026
clean and efficent small boat suits up yo 8 persons. Captain Richard is very kind and experienced. we family do enjoyed a pleasant...
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William C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Incredible experience - personable captain!

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (PM) on December 24, 2025
Just the best. Knew the right locations. Great atmosphere.ย  Safe. Caught plenty of fish and had a good yarn but also some...
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