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​New Zealand Fishing Calendar
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October
Is the opening of the fishing season in most districts and means the resident trout have been undisturbed for months. Temperatures are still cool, but with longer days the browns and rainbows become very active, and there is excellent fishing with weighted nymphs along soft seams in most mountain streams. Some good evening hatches, often resulting in very good dry fly fishing at dusk.

November - December
This is undoubtedly the best time to fly fish in mountain streams throughout New Zealand. The days are lengthening and while the weather is warm, the water is still cool. There can be good mayfly hatches, encouraging the trout to feed recklessly on the surface during the day. This is the least crowded time to fly fish in New Zealand

January - February
Traditionally this is the most popular time for anglers to visit New Zealand. Streams are low and wading is easy. Trout are highly visible in the water, but selective with their feeding. On smaller streams these conditions demand careful stalking and delicate presentations with small drys and nymphs.

March - April
The weather is still warm and settled. April has the lowest average rainfall of any month in New Zealand. Generally a brilliant day is heralded by a good frost. Resident trout in mountain streams willingly rise to the surface. The dry, cooler evenings often induce good hatches.

May - June
Autumn offers a variety of outdoor activities in New Zealand. The focus for fly fishing at this time is in the back country rivers and the tributary streams flowing into Lake Taupo come into their own.

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7 Nights Poronui Fishing Package
 
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Recommended Fishing Lodges -  North
Island  
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Poronui Lodge  

Nestled in the secluded Taharua Valley on New Zealand's spectacular North Island, Poronui boasts some of the world’s best wilderness experiences, breath taking scenery, and genuine warm hospitality.  The property covers 16,000 acres of wilderness which includes some  240km  of hiking and riding tracks.

As a guest you'll have access to some 40 kms of fishing rivers where resident brown and rainbow trout swim in some of the countries most pristine waters.  For a more challenging days fishing, there are  heli fishing  options that allow access to many of New Zealand's mountain rivers and streams.
    
The lodge offers a range of other activities such as horse riding, hunting, mountain biking and the chance to engage with local Maori (Ngati Tuwharetoa).   You'll spend time with a local guide and learn how the Maori existed, how they kept their culture and traditions alive for centuries and how they gathered, stored and cooked food.


Fishing Packages - 4 night / 3 day fishing package (twin share)  


Mid Season:   22  Mar 2018 - 06 Dec 2018  NZ$3,485 pp  
High Season:  07  Dec 2018 - 21 Mar 2019   NZ$4,895 pp   
Mid Season:    22 Mar 2019  - 06 Dec 2019   NZ$3,570 pp  


Package includes - 
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4 nights double / twin accommodation 
All meals,  pre-dinner drinks, house wine and beer
Same day personal laundry service
3 days of guided fishing and any gear needed.   
Waders, boots, rods and reels are included.


​* Single rates are available - please enquire.

Heli Fishing - Rates from  NZD $800 - $3,000  +  the daily guide rates as above.


For the more adventurous angler seeking a unique outdoor experience we recommend staying overnight at one of our streamside camps. Whether cosy in a mountain hut or sleeping under canvas the experience of a star-littered sky above, the crackling of the campfire, the taste of bush brewed coffee and the sound of nearby flowing water.  What better way to rough it in luxury! 

Poronui Lodge Details
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Tongaririo Lodge  
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Legend has it that  " Zane Grey made it famous, the Queen Mother stalked trout in it,  Jimmy Carter found solitude beside it"  Why not come along and find out for yourself what makes this Lodge so special to so many.

This iconic Lodge is located in beautiful park-like grounds on the banks of the legendary Tongariro River on the southern shores of Lake Taupo at the foot of New Zealand’s outdoor playground – the world heritage Tongariro National Park. 
Lodge guides provide access to over 40 rivers and 3 Lakes. They offer the most diverse range of rainbow and brown trout fly fishing opportunities in New Zealand.
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Wild rainbow and brown trout have thrived better in the Lake Taupo system than anywhere else in this country. Trophy trout over 10lbs are landed by Tongariro Lodge guests each year, with an overall average of around 4 lbs.    The lodge run their own rafts, four wheel drive vehicles and boats, and have some of the best back country nymph and dry fly fishing for sighted browns and rainbows to be found anywhere.  Helicopters can be used to access remote wilderness rivers that provide the ultimate in fly-fishing to sighted trout. 

The lodge offers accommodation from 1 bedroom chalets,  2-5 bedroom villas and 1 luxury executive villa (4 bedrooms).   All have their own sunny terrace and views of the river or mountains beyond.   As well as an abundance of fishing opportunities there are a range of out door activities to take part in.  The World  Heritage Tongariro Crossing is close by.  Other activities to enjoy include hiking, white water rafting, golf and hunting.


Fishing Season   All year  
 

Fishing Packages 

4 night / 3 days fishing package (twin/double) NZ$3,953
7 night / 6 days fishing package (twin/double)  NZ$7,215
     
​Package  includes 


All meals - cooked English breakfast,pre dinner canapes, a 3 course gourmet dinner and picnic lunch daily. Accommodation in an Executive Villa
Expert guiding with one of Tongariro Lodge’s top guides.

Free wi fi

Tongariro Lodge Details
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River Birches Lodge

Located on the banks of the Togariro River, The River Birches is in the heart of New Zealand’s finest fly fishing region.   Whether you’re new to fly fishing or an experienced angler, the Tongariro River is a superb environment to catch trout.   

Everything you need from waders, licenses, rods and transport, through to arranging an expert guide will be pre arranged for you.   An expert guide will ensure you're located in the best possible fishing spot.




For those more experienced anglers looking for a bigger adventure,  helicopters will take you to more remote spots where some of the largest brown trout can be found.  These rivers are renowned for dry fly fishing  especially in summer, so be prepared for some challenging and exciting action! 
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Various fly fishing techniques  can be applied to the surrounding rivers  depending on conditions.  Wet fly fishing with a sinking line is popular especially on pools on the Tongariro, like the Hydro and Major Jones, while nymphing remains the most widely used technique as pools are often swift, relatively shallow and rocky. Dry fly fishing is an option during the summer when hatches of beetles and cicadas are abundant.

The Lodge offers 3 guest rooms and  the newest addition is a 3 bedroom self contained guest cottage.   If you are travelling as a group there is also the option to book the lodge for your exclusive use.      There is an onsite fitness room, and the lodge is able to equip you with any gear that you may need.  Locally sourced produce ensures nothing but the most delicious food at every meal.


Fishing Packages - 4 night / 3 day fishing package (twin share)  

High Season: Dec 22nd 2019 - Feb 28   NZ$3,335 pp  
Low Season:   Mar 01 -  Dec 21  2019     NZ$3,215 pp

​Package  includes 

Accommodation in a super king (or 2 x king singles)
Daily breakfast and dinner
A private fishing guide, transport, fishing gear and a packed lunch.

River Birches Lodge Details

 
​Recommended Fishing Lodges - South 
Island
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Owen River Lodge

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Owen River Lodge is located in the Owen Valley near Murchison, in the Nelson Lakes district of the South Island.   The lodge sits on the bank of the Owen River among 16 acres of gardens and farmland.     With almost a kilometre of river frontage, it is an ideal locale for a quick practise before you venture out with your fishing guide or for that quiet after-dinner cast during the evening rise.



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The fishing in our region involves walking and wading up stream and fishing for sighted brown trout. This means that for the majority of the rivers, you must see the fish before the fish sees you.  You should use a dull-coloured fly line, long leaders and  fine tippet.    Unlike lake fishing, the majority of the casting you will do will be medium to short distances—accuracy being much more important  than the ability to cast the complete fly line. Generally, anglers use a 5 or 6 weight rod, 9 to 10 feet in length.

The boutique lodge is small and intimate, with a maximum of 12 guests at any one time. Accommodation is in six beautifully appointed garden cottages, each with a view of the Owen River valley and nearby granite escarpments of the Kahurangi National Park. 


Fishing Season   Spring     01 Oct - 14 Dec 2019
                                  Summer  15 Dec - 14 Mar 2020
                                  Autumn   15 Mar  - 15 Apr  2020

Fishing Packages

​4 night / 3 day fishing package (twin share)
 
NZD $3,885 per person   Spring / Autumn
NZD $4,805 per person    Summer



​5 night / 4 day fishing package (twin share)
 

NZD $4,965 per person   Spring / Autumn
NZD $6,115 per person    Summer


​6 night / 5 day fishing package (twin share)
 

NZD $6,040 per person   Spring / Autumn
NZD $7,420 per person    Summer


​7  night / 6 day fishing package (twin share)
 

NZD $7,120 per person   Spring / Autumn
NZD $8,730 per person   Summer



Package rates include:

Accommodation in one of our luxury guest cottage suites
All meals - cooked English breakfast,  picnic lunch,  
pre-dinner drinks and canapés,   3 course dinner + house wine, beer.   
Use of our fly fishing equipment, GST and expert guiding with one of our senior fly fishing guides.
Use of Lodge facilities including free wi-fi  

​Other packages and single rates are available, please enquire.

Owen River Lodge Details
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Stonefly Lodge

Situated on 150 acres of private forest just 50 minutes from Nelson,  Stonefly Lodge offers the complete package for visitors from around the world looking to experience fly fishing in New Zealand.

With beautiful views, 5 star luxury accommodation situated on the banks of the Motueka River, Stonefly Lodge offers the world-class stay that you deserve when fly fishing and exploring Abel Tasman and the surrounding landscape of the region. 


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This region repeatedly records the most sunshine hours of all of New Zealand, combined with the crystal clear waters and dozens of rivers and streams to choose from, the guided fly fishing experience offered from Stonefly Fishing Lodge can be most memorable.  Average  catch size of brown trout in this region is approx 4lb-5lb, with catches of 8lb plus quite common and the chance of a trophy 10lb brown trout may only be a cast away.
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The wide choice of rivers available from Stonefly Fishing Lodge enables guests to experience relatively gentle flowing easy access rivers to more adventurous back country streams requiring more accurate casting and a suitable level of fitness. The location also allows a wide choice of rivers from different catchment systems enabling the fly fishing guides to pick the most appropriate fly fishing destination according to the various flow rates at a particular time of year

An intimate lodge with only 4 suites so early bookings are essential.   Luxury accommodation is provided up stairs with 4 guest rooms all with spectacular views from private balconies overlooking the Motueka River and beyond to the Mt Arthur Range in Kahurangi National Park.


Fishing Season
   
Spring     01 Oct - 14 Dec 2019

Summer  15 Dec - 14 Mar 2020
Autumn   15 Mar  - 30 Apr  2020


Fishing Packages



Shoulder Season:

October 1st - December 14th 2019
March 15th to April 30th 2020

4 nights / 3 days  NZ$3.550   (Twin/Double)
4 nights / 3 days  NZ$5.350   (Single)

5 nights / 4 days  NZ$4,475   (Twin/Double)
5 nights / 4 days  NZ$6,850   (Single)

6 nights / 5 days  NZ$5,400   (Twin/Double)
6 nights / 5 days  NZ$8,250   (Single)

7 nights / 4 days  NZ$6,375   (Twin/Double)
7 nights / 4 days  NZ
$9,850  (Single)


High Season:

December 15th 2019 to March 14th 2020

4 nights / 3 days  NZ$4,250   (Twin/Double)
4 nights / 3 days  NZ$6,250   (Single)

5 nights / 4 days  NZ$5,375   (Twin/Double)
5 nights / 4 days  NZ$7,900   (Single)

6 nights / 5 days  NZ$6,450   (Twin/Double)
6 nights / 5 days  NZ$9,600   (Single)

7 nights / 4 days  NZ$7,525   (Twin/Double)
7 nights / 4 days  NZ$11,2000  (Single)



Inclusions:

All fly fishing packages mentioned above, are per person 
They include luxury accommodation, either twin / double, or single basis
Full continental and cooked country breakfast, predinner drinks with canapes,  a 4 course gourmet dinner, a fishing guide each day, a pack lunch and use of all lodge fishing gear.



Stonefly Lodge Details
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Fiordland Lodge

Located in a World Heritage Area, Fiordland Lodge is the perfect location to explore the Milford and Doubtful Sounds, as well as fishing in some of the most well stocked rivers in the South Island.

Fiordland Lodge offers guided fly fishing in both Fiordland and neighboring Southland with experienced professional guides. With in excess of 30 rivers and streams all within 1.5 hours drive of the Lodge there are many options for all abilities.




Experience true wilderness fishing amongst stunning scenery on remote rivers in Fiordland. (Optional helicopter fly ins direct from the Lodge), or try back country fishing via 4WD.
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The Lodge accommodates for  a maximum of 29 guests are accommodated in 10 luxurious rooms in the Lodge and two separate self-contained loft-style Log Cabins. Accommodation features king-size beds, well-appointed private bathrooms and superb views, and the decor reflects the beautiful Fiordland landscape, focusing on muted natural colours and textures. 

Comprising 9 Lodge Rooms, one Executive Suite and two exclusive Fiordland Lodge log cabins. Our log cabins provide secluded accommodation for a maximum of five guests separate to the main lodge. All ten accommodation options have commanding views over Lake Te Anau, and external access out onto either the balcony upstairs, or the lawn downstairs.


Fishing Season    

November - March  - High Season                                    
October and April  -  Shoulder Season

Fishing Packages    

​4 night / 3 day fishing package (twin / double)
 

High Season from NZD  $4,830 - Accommodation in a Deluxe Lodge Room
Shoulder Season  from  NZD $4,400 - Accommodation in a Deluxe Lodge Room

Packages Include


Accommodation in a Deluxe Lodge Room with daily breakfast and dinner.
Private fishing guides for 3 days with a packed lunch daily
Full day fishing in local rivers accessed by foot and road
Full day jet boat fishing in the Waiau River
Full day heli fishing
Fishing tackle, quality rods and hand tied flies provided.

Multiple activities can be combined during your stay - please enquire

Fiordland Lodge Details
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