What to bring
Small backpack for personal items
Waterproof & windproof rain jacket
Enough warm layers for the day
Hat & polarized sunglasses
Sunscreen & bug spray
Sturdy footwear (will get wet)
If bringing your own rod a 9ft 6WT + WF6 floating fly line (gear is provided)
The weather can be highly changeable at any time in NZ, particularly the South, sometimes we can experience all 4 seasons in one day! During the warm summer in NZ we often 'wet wade' in either quick drying pants or pollyprop thermals and shorts - please bring your own if you wish, as these are not provided.
Wading boots, neoprene socks (keeps your feet warm while wet wading), and/ or waders are available for hire at $50 per angler per day. If bringing your own wading boots please remember felt soled boots are banned in New Zealand so bring rubber soled ones only.
All trips can be arranged to suit your angling ability!
Lowland dry fly water at the beginning of summer..
1. half DAY
A fantastic introduction to fly fishing NZ if you are on a tight time schedule. You will be picked up by 4x4 vehicle from your accommodation, or met at a prearranged location, and taken to a local waterway for a fun morning of guided fly fishing. You will normally be back at the drop off point for lunch (not included).
2. Full day trip
I will pick you up in or near Dunedin by 4x4 vehicle, or at a prearranged location (Queenstown, Lumsden etc) if you are located further afield. Travel time to our chosen water for the day varies from 30 - 120 minutes depending on time of year, weather, and water conditions. Approx 8 hours fishing time with full professional guidance (inc casting tuition if needed), then returned to your destination in the evening. You can opt for consecutive day trips out of the same location if you like (returning each evening).
3. multi - day road trip
This is the most popular option. We will hit the road for as many days as you like! Our fishing opportunities will be maximized based on local water and weather conditions. This is the best way to see our country and fish several waterways. We will base ourselves in small country towns, or on the river, close to the good fishing. Many accommodation options are available, including camping out (small all inclusive fee applies), back country huts, cabins, motels, farm stays or B&Bs. My accommodation, evening and breakfast meals are additional to the day guide rate. This trip is flexible, and customized for you. Back country walk in, or heli fishing is easily added to your multi day road trip adventure!
4. Still Water and Lake Information
Sometimes, due to conditions, the best fishing available is on a still water, and they are outstanding fisheries. Small backwaters & ponds, to crystal clear high country and Central lakes all typically offer sight fishing. Still waters are often overlooked by visiting anglers (many locals prefer lakes!), but you can experience exciting, close quarter sight fishing to trout around weed beds or on the flats. Streamer fishing is also a extremely productive lake technique here in NZ. Let me introduce you to some of New Zealand’s best kept secrets!
5. Heli Fishing
This is a great way to get into the back country without a big walk in and out. If staying overnight we will camp out, or stay in a back country hut if one is available. The fishing is not necessarily better, however the scenery and serenity is simply outstanding. A quote can be provided upon inquiry.