Captain
Nick Reed

Member since November 2017 Taupo, New Zealand
Background
Capt. Nick has been a fisherman his whole life. He started fishing for Trout already at an early age. Since 1987, Capt. Nick fishes for Trout in the Taupo Lake fishery. He is a seasoned angler who knows how to give his customers a trip to remember. Nick's experience will be of help when you set out on your fishing adventure. Onboard Capt. Nick's boat, you will find friendly and professional service, whether you're a novice angler or a veteran fisherman.

Hey, I'm Captain Nick Reed

Taupo, New Zealand
Background
Capt. Nick has been a fisherman his whole life. He started fishing for Trout already at an early age. Since 1987, Capt. Nick fishes for Trout in the Taupo Lake fishery. He is a seasoned angler who knows how to give his customers a trip to remember. Nick's experience will be of help when you set out on your fishing adventure. Onboard Capt. Nick's boat, you will find friendly and professional service, whether you're a novice angler or a veteran fisherman.
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Taupo Lake Adventures โ€“ Bravado III

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(147 reviews)
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Taupo Lake Adventures โ€“ Te Arani II

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(52 reviews)
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Trips from US $183

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 199 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (122)
Great morning out catching trout
Awesome time with Captain Nick
Great experience
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
95%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
94%
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Lodewyk D. T.
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€“ Trout Fishing (AM) on March 18, 2025
Caught 3 trout in our 3 hour session on the boat. All worked out well and had a great experience.ย  Thank you
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Mark G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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A great afternoon

VERIFIED   2 Hour Trip โ€“ Catch & Go (PM) on March 8, 2025
A great afternoon was had, fish were caught and the skipper was very friendly and knowledgeable. Definitely recommend.
Mark G. recommends Taupo Lake Adventures โ€“ Te Arani II
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Ang T.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
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Fishing experiences

VERIFIED   Catch & Go (AM) on December 22, 2024
Nick is experienced and seasonal and able to bring us to the spot where there are fishes. We have a lot of fun in the fishing...
Ang T. recommends Taupo Lake Adventures โ€“ Bravado III
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Dave S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Four Generations Fishing Trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip - Trout Fishing (PM) on February 14, 2025
Captain Nick was great. All the grand-kids caught fish. Great Grand Pa was smiles from ear to ear.
Dave S. recommends Taupo Lake Adventures โ€“ Bravado III
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Chris W.
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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You've just got to do this!!

VERIFIED   Catch & Go (PM) on January 25, 2025
Great charter. Thanks Nick for a great day. Oh we also caught 3 lovely fish.
Chris W. recommends Taupo Lake Adventures โ€“ Bravado III
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