Things to do in Waikato Region, North Island: The Best Fishing Charters & Tours

Fly fishing for trout in the Lake Taupo and Central Plateau Regions of the North IslandWe are based in the Taupo region and offer you the opportunity to cast a fly over large, wild brown and rainbows in crystal clear mountain streams. Angling is, of course, more than just catching fish - it's total adventure in pristine waters, surrounded by scenery that will take your breath away.Trout fishing in New Zealand is arguably the finest in the world with the famed sight fishing to large rainbow and brown trout, having been written about for years. The Central North Island of New Zealand, where Lake Taupo is situated is an all year round paradise. Mountain streams and rivers abound, with crystal clear water and big feisty trout.

We are local Taupo flyfishing guides offering some of the best flyfishing for Rainbow and Brown trout in New Zealand. We take personal pride in giving each individual client an experience they will look back on with pleasure, whether you want to learn a new fly fishing technique, sight-fish to wild trout or stalk an elusive monster.

Epic Adventures is a Fishing Charter business with boats across the Upper North Island of New Zealand. We have boats based out of Whitianga in the beautiful Coromandel, Russell/ Paihia in the fishermans paradise of the Bay of Islands. Targeting Kingfish, Snapper, Hapuka and other, Epic Adventure is "NZ Fishing as it should be!" Experience a true NZ Epic Experience!

Taupo Lake Adventures Ltd offer skippered trout fishing charters and scenic cruises aboard Bravado III and Te Arani II on Lake Taupo. We provide all the fishing tackle and, if required, expert tuition.

Freindly professional guide Jason Bethune has 30yrs experience flyfishing the centrtal north island and has fast become the guide to go with.

Whiskery Mike's Turangi Trout Connection offers trout fishing charters on the southern end of world renowned trout fishery of lake taupo. We use a custom build fishing vessel with the highest safety standards in mind. We can cater for anywhere up to 4 anglers/people on board excluding the skipper. We offer an exciting experience for people of all skill level and ages.

Coromandel Fishing Charter boat $1000 per day (8hrs) for pre-booked groups of up to 15 passengers Sleeps 8 passengers $15 Rod Hire B.Y.O: Ice, bait, lunch and warm clothes/suitable footware Fishing is based around the Coromandel waters, mussel farms, islands, the Firth of Thames and Hauraki Gulf hot spots. Common species in these areas include Snapper, Kawhai, Kingfish, John Dory and Gurnard. Nadgee Fishing Charters is a small family business, based in Coromandel Town with local knowledge and expertise of former commercial fisherman and woman, Russell and Lori Chesnutt. Fully surveyed/MSA compliant and owner operated, the 43ft hardwood vessel was built in Eden, in the south east of Australia. She was brought to New Zealand in 1996 by Russell and he had been operating her as a trawling vessel until 2011. Since then, Russell and Lori have converted Nadgee into a charter fishing vessel surveyed to carry up to 15 passengers, and sleeping up to 8 passengers for overnight trips.

Central Plateau Fishing specialises in guided fly fishing for the novice to experienced seasoned angler. Brett Cameron, Professional Fly Fishing Guide taylors trips to the individual from half day, 3/4 quarter day, full day to multi day packages. Brett also operates "Maverick" a 7m Haines Hunter Charter boat, surveyed for up to 5 passengers plus the skipper. All boat charters are private charter. Options can include 4x4, walk and wade, heli fishing,,raft fishing. Camp outs, hut stays or accommodation in our lake view holiday home with spectacular lake views.

Book a full day's fishing trip with Ramsey Fishing Charters for just $250 per seat, or subscribe for an EXCLUSIVE discounted offer Snag a Seat for a full day's fishing trip targeting Kingfish Skipper Mavis will take you out to the best fishing spots ranging from the Mercury Islands in the north to the Aldermen Islands in the south, departing from Whitianga Marina 7:30am returning approx 4.30pm

STRATUS, a 28ft Rayglass 850 designed for fishing & cruising on Lake Taupo in comfort in all weather conditions.Free light refreshments,BYO other stuff! From $110 per hour for the boat & quality gear (not per person). Go with the local professional who owns the boat and has your interest at heart. Phone or email Marty today.