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
(186 reviews)
Taupo
 2 bookings in the past week.
Trips from US $340

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 186 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (143)
Fantastic fishing trip
What a catch !
What a catch !
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Angler rating
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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
93%
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Yang N.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Boat & Captain

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on July 9, 2025
We had great time!
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Todd R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Perfect Day

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on November 25, 2024
Captain Richard was a great host.ย  Very knowledgeable about the lake, knew where the fish would be, and made sure we would...
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Ben F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with Richard

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on September 26, 2025
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Keone N.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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The highlight of my trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on March 16, 2025
Captain Richard is a true professional and gentlemen. Learned tons, caught a bunch of rainbow trout and had an amazing time.ย ...
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Dean D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

A great day

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on February 8, 2025
I caught some beautiful fish. The Captain was great and the boat stunning. Give yourself a treat. Book with this operator.
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