Fly Fishing in Taupo
Flyfishing in Taupo Situated in the heart of New Zealand’s North Island, and just a short flight or a half-day scenic drive from Auckland, lies the town of Taupo. This area has been a veritable haven for fly fishing enthusiasts for over a hundred years. Taupo (and many other locations in the center of the North […]
Fly Fishing in Te Anau
Fly Fishing in Te Anau Te Anau rests at the heart of the stunning Fiordland World Heritage Park, boasting a mere 3000 residents. Positioned at the southern tip of Lake Te Anau, the town enjoys a tranquil setting, bordered by the serene lake on its northern and western fronts, while lush mountains grace the opposite […]
Flyfishing in Queenstown
Known as the Fisherman’s Gateway to the ‘Great Wild South’, Queenstown offers an unparalleled experience for anglers. Situated just a half-hour jet flight away from Christchurch International Airport, with well-maintained roads facilitating easy access by coach or car, Queenstown beckons with its promise of exploration and excitement. Surrounded by the breathtaking Lake Wakatipu Basin, anglers […]
Flyfishing in Wanaka
Flyfishing in Wanaka Wanaka, nestled on the picturesque shores of its namesake lake and embraced by the Southern Alps, offers a variety of accommodations from luxurious hotels to cozy fishing lodges. Convenient air connections from Queenstown and car rentals on arrival facilitate easy access. Fishing enthusiasts can enjoy year-round opportunities on Lake Wanaka and nearby […]
New Zealand’s Trout Fishing: The Art of Stalking and Spotting Trout
New Zealand’s Trout Fishing: The Art of Stalking and Spotting Fishing for trout in New Zealand offers a unique experience, demanding a blend of skill, patience, and adaptation. Unlike typical fishing environments, New Zealand’s clear waters present an opportunity for unparalleled sight fishing, reminiscent of the challenges found on bonefish flats in exotic locales like […]
New Zealand Drops Covid Requirements
Today we were very happy to read that New Zealand’s Prime Minister announced the end to Covid-19 restrictions for travel and mandatory masks while in country. This announcement follows Australia’s own announcement to end mask mandates on international flights, as it rolls back Covid restrictions. “This will be the first summer in three years where […]
South Island Fishing at Its Finest
This year’s Destinations magazine, produced publishers of The Fly Fisherman, features an informative article about Felix Borenstein and the founding of Owen River Lodge. the article follows a brief history of Felix’s life from Australia and his first taste of fly fishing in the mid-90s before highlighting some of the philosophy that drives the lodge […]
Wilderness Camping and Fishing in Luxury
When the 2022-23 fly fishing season begins in New Zealand (officially in a few days!) the country will once again welcome International anglers. Although there will be challenges, with many trips being delayed for the past couple of years into a single season, one thing is for certain… the country will still be stunning and […]
Beautiful Winter Morning in New Zealand
This morning we received a photo from a friend in New Zealand- Geoff Venning of Real New Zealand tours. This photo was taken in Twizel, which is a prime fly fishing area on the South Island. We thought we would share as a way of reminding you of the beauty of New Zealand and that […]
New Zealand to Reopen in July to USA
To sum up what has happened since our last post, dearest reader… Not much. Omicron entered New Zealand and the country went to “red” status. PM Ardern postponed her wedding in solidarity with the law of the land. A Kiwi reporter (pregnant and in the Middle East) had to turn to the Taliban for help […]