"Fly Fishing Guides NZ"

HELI-FISHING, offers a wide variety of exclusive backcountry fishing opportunities. $ P.O.A.

 

Skilful pilots will deposit you deep inland or up in the mountains, stalking some of the biggest trout in the country. Many rivers overshadowed by their larger counterparts, that would take days to walk to, fly mostly under the radar – you could be the first to fish their untouched waters all season.

 

BACKCOUNTRY FISHING

 

New Zealand is an angler’s paradise and one of the greatest trout fishing destinations in the world. Both rainbow and brown trout are the main target species in New Zealand’s pristine lakes, rivers and backcountry streams. The South Island also presents fantastic

opportunities to fish for sea run salmon. The ideal base for being centrally located to excellent high-country rivers Sight-fishing

Dries (dry flies) and nymphs.

 

We have an abundance of lakes, high mountain rivers, and lowland spring creeks that ensure there’s something for everyone. New Zealand’s trout can reach 15 lbs and while there are only few of these monsters caught each year, the average trout is still an amazing 3 – 6 lbs! Trout fisherman often dream of making casts to these huge, wild rainbows and browns that lurk in New Zealand’s crystal-clear rivers, streams, and lakes that are surrounded by an extraordinary landscape filled with exotic plants and hulking peaks.

 

The very first rainbow trout introduced to New Zealand were first brought to this region from

North American stock in the 1880s and have been thriving ever since.

Anglers have gravitated towards the central South Island for decades to pursue the trophy

trout that reside in that area, and the largest brown and rainbow trout in the world.

 

WHATS INCLUDED

• Lunch (full-day only), snacks and non-alcoholic beverages

• Flies, lures and soft baits

• (you’re welcome to bring your own gear if preferred)

• Rods and reels (brands)

• Professional New Zealand guide

• Beer and wine (two per day)

• Taxes (GST)

 

ADDITIONAL COSTS

• New Zealand Fishing Licence 

• Airfares

• Travel insurance

• Spirits

• Tips/gratuities

• Lodging (if required)

• Airport transfers from Christchurch Intl.

• Airport and Queenstown Airport

 

LICENING

• New Zealand Fishing Licence  Buy Online Fishing Licence

• New Zealand a fishing licence is required to be purchased by all anglers (including children) for all fish species including trout and salmon. This must be purchased prior to thefishing trip.

• Licences can be purchased directly through Fish & Game New Zealand using their online system.

• This licence allows the angler to fish for trout or salmon throughout New Zealand except for the Taupo and Rotorua regions.​

 

DEFINITIONS

• Adult Licence: refers to age 18 and above 

• Junior Licence: refers to ages 12 – 17

• Child Licence: refers to age 12 and below

• Resident: A New Zealand citizen 

• Non-Resident: Not a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident

 

WEATHER

• New Zealand is a small mountainous country and our climate is heavily influenced by two main geographical features: the mountains and the sea.

• As a result, weather conditions can fluctuate significantly at any time of the year. It is important to have the right clothing and equipment for the climate and terrain. Weather can change suddenly, especially in high elevations.
   

NEW ZEALAND’S SEASONS ARE OPPOSITE TO THE NORTHERN HEMISPHERE

 

• Summer (December – February) The average daytime temperature is 22 – 10°C (72 – 50°F).

• Autumn/Fall (March – May) The average daytime temperature is 18 – 6°C (65 – 43°F).

• Winter (June – August) The average daytime temperature is 12 – 1°C (54 – 34°F).

• Spring (September – November) The average daytime temperature is 17 – 5°C (63 – 41°F).

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NEW ZEALAND WEATHER LINK