New Zealand Spearfishing Charters
New Zealand Spearfishing Charters
Best Spearfishing Fishing Charters in New Zealand
Best Spearfishing Fishing Charters in New Zealand
Spearfishing in New Zealand
Spearfishing in New Zealand
If you’re looking for unconventional fun and a chance to get back in touch with your primal instincts, a New Zealand spearfishing experience is the thing for you! The waters of this gorgeous country are as pristine as they are prolific, which is a match made in heaven for aspiring spearos.
What to Expect
Spearfishing is gaining popularity in New Zealand for several reasons, one of them being that it’s an incredible adrenaline rush. Once you jump into the water with a speargun in your hand, you become a part of the environment, a predator waiting for its prey to come closer.
Modern-day fishing originated from spearfishing, and you’ll learn a lot about the underwater universe simply by being in it. There’s a growing number of spearfishing experts that have spent years honing their skills and know all the best tricks to get you that catch. If you book a spearfishing charter, they’ll usually provide all the necessary equipment, which is an added bonus.
When it comes to the gear, you’ll usually use a snorkeling mask and snorkel, as well as a well-fitted wetsuit, fins, and a speargun. In some regards, this sport is similar to freediving, but you don’t have to know how to hold your breath underwater, your guide will teach you a few useful tricks.
The best part is, you don’t need to have any previous experience, all you have to do is show up, listen to your guide’s instructions, and get ready to dive.
Where to Go
While traditional fishing is incredible in New Zealand, spearfishing is a more immersive adventure, especially if you know where to go. Poor Knight Island, the Bay of Plenty, Hauraki Gulf, and White Island are all top spots for spearfishing, and that’s just to name a few.
These waters hide colourful reefs that are teeming with more fish than you could ever count. The key is not to chase them, because you’ll be easily outmaneuvered – you’re in their territory after all. Do your best to blend in, float, save your energy, and let curiosity get the better of your fishy neighbours. When you’ve got their attention, use your speargun wisely and quickly.
On your hunt, you’ll be targeting Yellowtail Amberjack (Kingfish), Blue Morwong, Pink Mau Mau, Sandagers Wrasse, Bronze Whaler, and the list goes on. These fish are vibrant in colour and very fun to catch, so there won’t be a dull moment.
How to Prepare
Like we mentioned earlier, a New Zealand spearfishing trip doesn’t require too much preparation. You’ll have professionals to show you the way and provide all the gear, as well as abundant waters to test, and that’s all a spearo really needs.
You don’t need a special spearfishing licence, but your guide will keep you in the loop of regulations and laws. You’re welcome to bring some light food and drinks, though some charters can take care of that too, just check in advance.
Discover a whole new world right under the water’s surface and let New Zealand become your spearfishing haven!
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What anglers said about Spearfishing in New Zealand
What anglers said about Spearfishing in New Zealand
Be sure the weather and enough number of customers join the charter before you plan your travel schedule. The booked date and time may be changed with short time notice.
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Be sure the weather and enough number of customers join the charter before you plan your travel schedule. The booked date and time may be changed with short time notice.
Yuk Yee Helen Leung
Auckland, Auckland
Patience as the weather changing rapidly and be flexible with actual fishing trip day
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Patience as the weather changing rapidly and be flexible with actual fishing trip day
Jori R.
Experienced fly fishers should target brown trout in the Tongariro River at the southern end of Lake Taupo. It seems the big Rainbow trout are located a fair few meters below the surface (i.e. deep water) so unless you have your own boat etc, then best to charter an equipped boat.
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Experienced fly fishers should target brown trout in the Tongariro River at the southern end of Lake Taupo. It seems the big Rainbow trout are located a fair few meters below the surface (i.e. deep water) so unless you have your own boat etc, then best to charter an equipped boat.
David G.
Brisbane, Queensland
Great guide! He has everything you need and knows where to go, walks you through your catch and is very professional as well as fun!
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Great guide! He has everything you need and knows where to go, walks you through your catch and is very professional as well as fun!
Cheryl L.
Arvada, CO
Fishing license is a must and you can do only fly fishing in the rivers and creeks.
Lake Taupo - you will need a boat to catch any fish as you can not catch anything from the banks. Lure fishing is the way to do it and no live baits.
Trout size 35cm to be legal to keep.
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Fishing license is a must and you can do only fly fishing in the rivers and creeks.
Lake Taupo - you will need a boat to catch any fish as you can not catch anything from the banks. Lure fishing is the way to do it and no live baits.
Trout size 35cm to be legal to keep.
Rajarajan S.
Auckland, Auckland
This is not the best time of year for fishing in the Bay of Islands but it was still a great morning out on the water, and we did bring home dinner. For lots of fish, probably another time (not New Year's peak) better.
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This is not the best time of year for fishing in the Bay of Islands but it was still a great morning out on the water, and we did bring home dinner. For lots of fish, probably another time (not New Year's peak) better.
Sue B.
Auckland, Auckland
Go with a well known charter operator so that you learn tricks and techniques for trout fishing in the lake.
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Go with a well known charter operator so that you learn tricks and techniques for trout fishing in the lake.
Marilyn W.
Bethel, VT
The morning trip is best with comfortable boat and beautiful views to see in the bay of islands
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The morning trip is best with comfortable boat and beautiful views to see in the bay of islands
Jake B.
Whangarei, Northland
Do it. Kaikoura is a great spot for fishing and usually always go home with a good amount of fish
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Do it. Kaikoura is a great spot for fishing and usually always go home with a good amount of fish
Jo B.
Christchurch, Canterbury
We picked Koura Bay fishing charter as they were recommended to us by my cousin who did a 2 hr fishing trip last month with them. Both 1st time anglers as we were ! They were very happy with the fishing experience, the service and the catch. We shared the same sentiments.
Very experienced Captain Andy and crew. Great time. Would have been heaps better if the Mrs didn't get sea sickness !!
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We picked Koura Bay fishing charter as they were recommended to us by my cousin who did a 2 hr fishing trip last month with them. Both 1st time anglers as we were ! They were very happy with the fishing experience, the service and the catch. We shared the same sentiments.
Very experienced Captain Andy and crew. Great time. Would have been heaps better if the Mrs didn't get sea sickness !!
John T.
Auckland, Auckland
I would recommend you go with Tauranga marine charters as the capt. is very active at chasing the fish.
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I would recommend you go with Tauranga marine charters as the capt. is very active at chasing the fish.
Scott S.
Auckland, Auckland
Take a warm fleece and maybe a sandwich to eat But apart from that
Captain Nick did it all for us
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Take a warm fleece and maybe a sandwich to eat But apart from that
Captain Nick did it all for us
Craig A.
Hamilton, WKO
Get an experienced captain and look to have a period of tide rising to get best chance of success.
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Get an experienced captain and look to have a period of tide rising to get best chance of success.
Wayne B.
Auckland, Auckland
Have the correct weights and line no flashers and cushion for your comfort
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Have the correct weights and line no flashers and cushion for your comfort
Angela G.
Tauranga, BOP
Make sure you have appropriate clothing and for ladies , gloves as it could be cold and windy
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Make sure you have appropriate clothing and for ladies , gloves as it could be cold and windy
Ken B.
Auckland, AUK
THE HARBOUR IS QUITE DEEP SO YOU WILL NEED HEAVY SINKERS IF YOU ARE USING YOUR OWN TACKLE.
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THE HARBOUR IS QUITE DEEP SO YOU WILL NEED HEAVY SINKERS IF YOU ARE USING YOUR OWN TACKLE.
Shane M.
Auckland, AUK
Level of experience not relevant - anyone can learn and the guide is happy to teach!
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Level of experience not relevant - anyone can learn and the guide is happy to teach!
Leonie C.
Brisbane, Queensland
Recommend Captain Brett and his deckhand and their boat Motutere. Every thing i expected of a charter was carried out. They were both extremely helpful whether preparing bait, asking everyone how thy were faring and more importantly, untangling lines during the numerous tangle ups.
Lastly i would recommend that people always take warm gear regardless of weather
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Recommend Captain Brett and his deckhand and their boat Motutere. Every thing i expected of a charter was carried out. They were both extremely helpful whether preparing bait, asking everyone how thy were faring and more importantly, untangling lines during the numerous tangle ups.
Lastly i would recommend that people always take warm gear regardless of weather
Eru B.
Tauranga, BOP
a lot depends on the operater, is it dollars or satisfaction of the charter.
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a lot depends on the operater, is it dollars or satisfaction of the charter.
John P.
Sydney, NSW
Get out with Derek on Big Fish charters and have a go. You won't be disappointed!!!
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Get out with Derek on Big Fish charters and have a go. You won't be disappointed!!!
Louise G.
Little Hampton, SA