Category: Fishing New Zealand

Lake Taupo, a crown jewel in the heart of New Zealand’s North Island, offers an exceptional fishing experience, attracting anglers from across the globe. Renowned for its crystal-clear waters and stunning landscapes, Lake Taupo is not just a scenic beauty but also a rich habitat for a variety of fish […]

Fishing in the Twizel Canals offers a unique and thrilling experience for anglers of all skill levels. Nestled in the heart of New Zealand’s Central South Island, these canals are renowned for their pristine waters and abundant fish populations, making them a top destination for freshwater fishing enthusiasts. This article […]

Nestled between the dramatic landscapes of Taupo and Turangi, the Tauranga Taupo River is a vibrant and crucial waterway known for its excellent trout fishing and stunning natural beauty. This guide provides essential insights into the Tauranga Taupo river level, the best fishing spots along the river, and practical tips […]

Whether you bring your own tackle and equipment or obtain it in NZ (as many international fishers now prefer to do due to quarantine restrictions) you’ll need the right gear for the season and conditions. Ken prides himself on providing everything you will need for a great fly fishing adventure. […]

We found these growing on the banks of the Tongariro river in Turangi just had to take a pic as they dont last many days. The Tongariro river and Tauranga Taupo river have dropped in the last couple of days after all the heavy rain with still the odd shower […]

Introduced brown trout (Salmo trutta) and rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss) are abundant in New Zealand’s 300+ rivers and 775 lakes, making it one of the world’s premier trout fisheries. There are smaller introduced populations of brook trout and Chinook (quinnat) salmon. Trout were first imported into New Zealand and released […]

New Zealand is known worldwide for its stunning scenery, making it one of the world’s most beautiful fly fishing destinations.

As if the beauty of fly fishing in New Zealand weren’t enough, there’s also a natural phenomenon known as the mouse year that really has to be experienced to be believed.

A long throw spinning rod is a category of fishing rods designed for fishing at a considerable distance from the angler.

North Island: Rich in geothermal landscapes, offering a mix of both wild and stocked trout in rivers and lakes.