Queenstown Fishing specializes in fly fishing, lake trolling, drift fly fishing, spinning and jigging.
The Southern Alps rivers with their rugged scenic beauty, wild rainbow and brown trout this is truely a fishing paradise. Stalking trout and casting a large dry fly with a nimph dropper over sited fish will get you hooked.
For the thrill of a lifetime Southland hoasts the Brown Trout Capital of New Zealand – Gore. Among many of the great places to fish in Southland is the Mataura River world famous for it’s may fly hatches and spinner falls. The south of the South Island is an absolute meca for trout fishing so take your pick and get hooked, we know where they are.
Lake Wakatipu is the third largest in New Zealand being 80 km long and covering 293 km. It averages 300m deep for over half it’s length it’s temperature ranges from 8 degrees Celsius to 10 degrees Celsius. A number of high country rivers and streams run into the lake making this an excellent fishery for Quinnat Salmon, Brown and Rainbow Trout. Within a two hour drive you can access most other lakes and rivers in the area, for some fantastic fishing.
Fishing guide / Skipper – Trevor Cruickshank
Trevor has over 50 years fishing experience in Queenstown, Southland and Otago rivers and lakes. Trevor Cruickshank (TC) is a registered member of the New Zealand Professional Fishing Guides Association. Fufill your dream and experience trout fishing in New Zealand’s adventure capital of the world “Queenstown” with a proffesional guide.
Fishing guide / Skipper – Simon Cruickshank
Simon has a strong passion for all types of fishing and hunting and loves nothing more than to be out on the water. If hes not out on a charter then you will probally find him out on a boat at the coast fishing! Simon has over 25 fishing experience in and around the Southland and Otago regions.
Fishing Charters (Oct – May)
8 Hours – $445.00NZD pp, 4 Hours – $245.00NZD pp, 2 Hours – $145.00NZD pp
Private Charter p/hour – $350.00NZD p/boat
Fishing Charters (Jun – Sep)
6 Hours – $345.00NZD p/person
3 Hours – $195.00NZD p/person
Private Charter – $350.00NZD p/hr
Fly fishing lakes and rivers (access by boat or 4WD)Half day / Full Day – $445 p/person
Drift Boat fishing experienceHalf day / Full Day – $445 p/person
Multi Day Safaris: We can tailor make a multi day safari to meet all expectations. (Prior bookings are essential) Please note: All people fishing require a 24hr fishing licence, available online from fishandgame.org.nz/licences
- TRIPS ARE SUBJECT TO MINIMUM NUMBERS TO CONFIRM CHARTER
* fishing licences not included
Trip times:
Scheduled departures for Spring/Summer/Autumn (October – May):
– 8.00am
– 1.00pm
Winter: (June – September)
– 10:00am
– 1:30pm
For other departure times/custom trips call Queenstown Fishing direct.
Fishing methods used:
Trolling – towing lures behind the boat at walking pace to attract fish
Jigging – boat is stopped and lures are dropped over the side to the bottom to get the fish
Spinning – casting lure from the boat or shoreline to the fish
Fly Fishing – the art of casting a fly using the fly rod to push the line and bait to the fish.
Trip departure points:
– Queenstown central – west end of O’Regan’s Wharf opposite The Crowne Plaza Hotel 93 Beach St.
– Hilton Hotel, Frankton
– Frankton Boat Marina
For other departure points call Queenstown Fishing direct.
Whats provided:
Snacks and refreshments
All fishing and safety equipment necessary.
Facilities on board powered vessels:
Diesel Heater – (on board Nikita)
Flushing toilet
Covered cabin
Sound system
GPS / Fish Finder
Chilly bins (ie Esky / Ice box / Cooler!)
Please bring:
Warm clothing
Rain coat just incase
Sunglasses
Hat/cap
Camera
Please leave behind:
All work, stress, inhibitions, cell phones, the boss (unless pitching for a raise)
Season:
Lakes Wakatipu, Wanaka and Hawea are open all year round
Southern Lakes rivers and streams are accessible annually between
1 October – 30 April
Some rivers and streams differ.
Fish species to expect:
Brown trout, Rainbow trout, Quinnat Salmon
Bag limit:
6 fish pp (rivers and streams differ)
Trip numbers:
All trips are subject to a minimum of 2 to confirm. Queenstown Fishing can comfortably accommodate for up to 16 passengers on one trip between two boats.
Vessel specifications:
Kathleen II, the perfect vessel for smaller groups, can accommodate 1 – 6 passengers whilst Nikita, the newest addition to the fleet, is suitable for groups of 2 – 12.
Cancellation policy:
No refunds will be offered within 14 days of departure unless operator is forced to cancel due to weather conditions/circumstances beyond their control.