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Fishing in New Zealand

July 8th, 2008 admin Posted in Australia & New Zealand, Places |

Gorgeous Scenery makes New Zealand a Vacation Spot

A large number of people are choosing New Zealand as a vacation spot and tourism is booming. The scenery is gorgeous and varied with sandy beaches, mountains, fjords and forests. Specialist holiday companies are doing good too and there are several that offer fishing in New Zealand trips. The islands have rich clear rivers and streams and coastal game is popular too.


Fly fishing trips to the North Island are a chance to see remote areas, some of which can only be reachable through helicopter, 4WD vehicles or by walking. Raft fishing is available too. One of the most popular areas is Taupo, renowned for its stock of rainbow and brown trout. Guided trips include all equipment, food and transport and guests could choose from visiting in simple backcountry huts, cozy bed and breakfasts or luxury lodges.

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New Zealand Promises an Exciting Fishing destination


Hawkes Bay on the eastern coast of North Island is specially favored for catching brown and rainbow trout. In addition to fly fishing, the area is also winning the taste of wine lovers. New Zealand has become an internationally successful exporter of wines and there are lots vineyards in the Hawkes Bay area. Arranged wine tours are available here and many people combine fishing in New Zealand with visiting the local vineyards and sampling the produce.

South Island also contains remote wilderness regions and promises exciting fishing in New Zealand memories. The Nelson Lakes National Park is one of the recommended destinations for catching brown trout and there is rainbow trout too. The average weight of trout found in these portios is 4 - 6 pounds. Vacation companies can arrange helicopter and fixed wing fly outs to the more distant spots.

New Zealand offers an admirable terrific sceneries


Different kinds of fishing can be accommodated on these islands and fishing in New Zealand includes organized diving trips for those interested in spearfishing. A charter boat with experienced skipper will take people out to the best diving locations. One such place is the Mokohinau Islands, where there is a population of Kingfish, Pink Maomao, Giant Boarfish and Snapper. Other favored spearfishing spots include the Hen and Chicken Islands and the Poor Knights Island. The enchanting sport of catching Marlin is also part of fishing in New Zealand and this can be done at 3 Kings Islands, where stocks are high.

The islands offer an admirable mixture of terrific scenery and some of the best fishing in the world, particularly for trout. Prolific fishes include salmon and broadbill. Whether it’s salt water or freshwater fishing that appeals, fishing in New Zealand guarantees a great time.


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