Winter Fishing

BOOKING ENQUIRY

Highlights

Packages

BOOKING ENQUIRY

For those anglers who want to fish in the off season we offer excursions to rivers and lakes open all year round. Take advantage of our local knowledge of migration patterns and spawning habits to get the best of your fishing over the winter season.​​

THE CHILL FACTOR

PACKAGE DETAILS

Winter fishing is available in both the Canterbury and Westland regions. Some rivers or lakes are open all year round, while some others are open for limited periods during the winter.

Generally winter trips are shorter due to less daylight hours. However, if heading over to the West Coast you may expect to leave around 6:00am, and could return as late as 8:30pm if we were to stop in Arthurs Pass for tea.

Winter can also be a good time to night fish certain river mouths flowing into Canterbury lakes, as pre-spawning trout congregate in these areas to feed prior to entering the lake tributaries to spawn.

PACKAGE PRICING

  • Prices are current for the 2026/2027 fishing season and are listed in New Zealand dollars (NZD).

  • A spectator may also come along for an extra $20.

  • Drinks and snacks are not provided as part of a winter trip so as to keep the cost of the day down, however this can be organised for a small fee if required.

  • Maximum capacity is 3 persons plus your guide.

  • See Pricing page for full list of what is included.

  • Please note that we consistently practice “Catch and Release” (refer “Key Fishing Information“)

  • Winter trips are generally shorter, with fewer daylight hours
  • Choose a half day or a full day
  • Heading to the West Coast, expect to leave around 6am and be back as late as 8:30pm if we stop in Arthur’s Pass for tea
  • Not included: Your New Zealand fishing licence.

Half Day

$895*Single Angler
  • From $950 (2 Angler)
  • From $995 (3rd Angler)
  • $20 (Spectator)
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Full Day

$1,195*Single Angler
  • From $1,250 (2 Angler)
  • From $1,295 (3rd Angler)
  • $20 (Spectator)
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Add a Little Something Kiwi to your Experience

As some of the areas we fish are located near to many uniquely New Zealand ‘non-trout’ related activities, detours can be added to the trip to enhance the kiwi experience. Just send us an email or give us a call and we can help you start the planning of your kiwi fishing adventure with us.

Kiwi Dining

Drop into a Kiwi Pub or local winery to sample some award winning New Zealand wines or food.

Have you heard about our kiwi “Fush & Chups“?

Movie Locations

For something different explore sites where Hollywood blockbuster movies “The Lord of the Rings” and “The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe” were filmed.

Thermal Pools

After a day on the water add a visit to the world famous Hanmer Springs where you can relax in the Thermal Pools and reflect on the days fishing among the beauty of the Hanmer surrounds.

Focused on Making Your Experience Great

By sharing our local experience and knowledge during planning and being flexible to accommodate natures changing moods we aim to deliver you the the best fishing adventure possible.

With a focus on safety, and client satisfaction we strive to impress with our service and kiwi style hospitality; from first contact, to angling to final drop off… and repeat!

On booking your trip if your guide thinks there may be a better option based on time of day, year, weather or any other factor you will have the option of altering your choice either at the time of booking, or in some cases even on the day if you so choose. For example if you are very interested in ecology and local scenery the trip duration and time of year may mean that the West Coast or High Country lakes will provide you with a more “kiwi nature” focused experience.

Just tell us what you want from the trip and we can tweak a standard package or when desired make it totally custom.

Like what you see and want to book or simply want more information? Just contact us via our online enquiry form, phone or email we are here to help!

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