Whether it is the world’s finest wild brown trout that lures you to New Zealand, or maybe it’s the famous Taupo rainbows, the salmon or big game. Superb fly fishing or light tackle spinning the spectacular and remote rivers of New Zealand will exhilarate you, the new techniques required will challenge you and the rewards can be fabulous.
There is great trout fishing year round in New Zealand's outstanding rivers and lakes. Summer river fly fishing October-May is available throughout the country and advance reservations for guides are advisable. In winter, you’ll find the world’s best fresh water rainbow trout runs in the central North Island. Boat fishing is available throughout the year in Rotorua, Taupo and some South Island lakes. Our lodges have a wealth of experience in planning walk out / drive out and heli fishing day trips with their own qualified professional fishing guides.
Zane Grey made the Bay of Islands world famous in 1929 for it’s enormous marlin. The reputation continues today. The Luxury Lodges of New Zealand provide access to the best charter boats for deep sea fishing; plus light tackle fishing for fighting Kingfish and Kahawai.
Check out offers and packages for the fishing season from the Luxury Lodges of New Zealand here