Queenstown Small-Group Trout & Salmon Fishing – 6 Hours

4.7
(3 reviews)
Queenstown, New Zealand

6 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Our six-hour shared charter gives you the time to experience more of Lake Wakatipu, not simply spend longer fishing. With a maximum of six guests, we can explore different areas, adapt as conditions change and, where suitable, try a wider range of fishing techniques.

First-time anglers have plenty of time to learn and gain confidence, while experienced anglers can get more involved with techniques, gear and the local fishery. Your skipper is there throughout to provide hands-on guidance and share his knowledge of the lake and surrounding area.

Once fishing, our fully electric trolling motor means no engine noise. Its GPS route-following system can guide the boat along our fishing route, leaving your skipper free to spend more time helping guests, talking fishing and sharing local knowledge.

Quality fishing gear, a comfortable purpose-built boat, locally sourced treats and cold drinks make this a relaxed and immersive way to experience Lake Wakatipu and Queenstown from the water.

What's Included

All rods, reels and fishing equipment
Fish cleaning and vacuum packing for any legal catch you choose to keep
Locally sourced treats and cold non-alcoholic drinks
Experienced local skipper and fishing guide
6-hour small-group fishing charter on Lake Wakatipu
We recommend either bringing your own packed lunch or treating yourself to a premium pre-purchased lunch option. Please contact ut at least 24 hours before your trip.
Freshwater fishing licence — required for all anglers and can be purchased on the boat if needed

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

3 Sugar Lane, Frankton, Queenstown 9300 (45°01'08.3"S 168°42'57.6"E) The boat will be ready at the jetty next to the boat ramp (between the Boatshed café and the Boatshed Bakery). Just look out for our blue Catch a Fish boat.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Meet your skipper at Frankton Marina and board our comfortable fishing boat for a six-hour fishing trip on Lake Wakatipu. After a short safety briefing, we’ll head onto the lake and choose where to fish based on the conditions.

The longer trip gives us time to explore more of the lake, spend longer in productive fishing areas and vary our approach as conditions change. Target rainbow trout, brown trout and salmon using techniques such as trolling and downrigging, with opportunities to try other methods where suitable. Our fully electric trolling motor means no engine noise while fishing for a quieter, more peaceful experience.

No previous fishing experience is needed. Beginners will be guided through everything, while experienced anglers can get more involved with the fishing and techniques.

Between bites, take in Lake Wakatipu’s spectacular mountain scenery while enjoying locally sourced treats and cold drinks. You’re welcome to bring lunch or pre-order a locally prepared lunch for the day.

If you catch a legal fish you’d like to keep, we can clean and vacuum-pack it for you to take away. Catch-and-release is equally welcome. After six hours, we’ll return to Frankton Marina.

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Catch a Fish - Small-group and private fishing charters on Lake Wānaka, Lake Hāwea and Lake Wakatipu / Queenstown

Tags

Fishing Charters
On the Water
Small Group
Involves Animals
New Product

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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4.7 Based on 3 3 reviews
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