New Zealand has long had some of the best fishing in the world. And now we have some of the best luxury fishing lodges too.
With trout introduced to New Zealand’s lakes and rivers in the late 1800s, we now have a winning combination of crystal clear water, stunning scenery and plenty of brown and rainbow trout. This has lead to the development of a number of luxury fishing lodges around New Zealand.
The Central North Island offers both Rainbow Trout and Brown Trout Fishing.
The perfect base for your guided fly fishing adventure. Lake Taupo Lodge is a Frank Lloyd Wright inspired Lodge set on 10 acres of bush overlooking lake Taupo. In addition to some of New Zealand’s best trout fishing, the lodge is also close to two of New Zealand’s finest Golf courses. Kinloch Club, and Wairakei International Golf Course.
European royalty have been coming to Huka Lodge to Fly Fish and relax in total luxury (and privacy) since 1984. This is New Zealand’s most famous luxury fishing lodge, and the trout here are as legendary as the service.
Turangi’s Tongariro Lodge is a trout fishing lodge set on 22 acres, offering mid priced as well as high end accommodation options. And importantly great trout fishing. Turangi also has some great hot pools for a soak after a hard days fly fishing. Located on the Tongariro river just south of Lake Taupo.
River Birches Lodge sits on the banks of the Tongariro River which is brimming with trout just waiting for you to catch them. This is a luxury Lodge with great fly fishing a short walk from the door. But they can also help you organise guided heli fishing trips to the Upper Rangitikei and other remote spots. For tourists River Birches can outfit you with everything you need to experience the best trout fishing in the North Island.
Enjoy jigging, or trolling for trout from a boat on Lake Tarawera, or fly fish from the shore. Solitaire Lodge is genuine luxury on the shore of lake Tarawera, in the heart of the Rotorua lakes fishing grounds. Fish the lake or make this your base and take day trips to some of the many great local fishing holes. Or just enjoy the incredible views from any of the 9 magnificent suites. Perfect for couples wanting a romantic fishing weekend. The lodge offers complimentary use of their dinghies and kayaks, and there’s great hiking and mountain biking nearby.
Near Rotorua, and only a 2 hour drive from Auckland, Treetops Lodge is a luxury fishing destination set on 2500 acres of forest and game reserve. With 13 trout fishing lakes and over 60 streams in easy reach from the lodge you’ll be spoilt for choice on where to fish. It’s also only a hours drive to game fishing Charters in Tauranga if you’ve a taste for something larger than a trout.
Poronui Lodge is quite possibly the best hunting lodge in the world. It’s located between Taupo and Hawkes Bay. The building look rustic on the outside but inside they are pure luxury. Food here is something truly special and a huge part of the experience. Get away for a weekend of outdoors fun in total luxury. Poronui can help you organise whatever you need to hunt fish, photograph or just enjoy being in the outdoors.
Located 1.5Â hours drive from Wellington CBD this coastal estate offers both beach fishing and fly fishing. The Fly fishing is by helicopter in the remote Tarawera Ranges. The Lodge itself is the ultimate in Luxury, This lodge has hosted royalty, it’ll be good enough for you.
There isn’t a more luxurious fishing lodge anywhere in New Zealand than Blanket Bay. Located a short helicopter flight from Queenstown Airport. This is the ultimate luxury base for guided heli fishing in remote areas. The lodge itself is stunning, the views are some of the best anywhere in the world.
Fish the remote rivers and streams of the Fiordland region, from the luxury Fiordland Lodge. If you’re looking for crystal clear waters and incredible fly fishing in a World Heritage Area then this is the lodge for you.
40 km out of Nelson set on a hill overlooking the Motueka River is the 5 star luxury Stonyfly Lodge. The Lodge offers stunning views of the Mt Arthur Range in Kahurangi National Park. The piece and solitude that comes from being set on 350 acres of private land, and some of the best Brown Trout fly fishing in the world.
Only accessible by helicopter Minaret Station Alpine Lodge offers luxury and privacy. With 50,000 acres of private land and the clearest water you’ve ever seen this isn’t cheap but it will be the experience of a lifetime.
A short walk from the Ahuriri River The Lindis offers access to one of the worlds best trout fishing rivers. It also offers some of the finest mountain lodge accommodation available anywhere in the world.
This wellness retreat is located on the Maruia River between Nelson and Greymouth. It’s a popular couples, yoga wellness retreat. They can organise guided fishing trips on the local rivers.
Located 8km from the town of Hokitika, Rimu Lodge offers great access to 2 lake s and several streams and rivers. With Rainbow and Brown trout all year round and salmon in season this is an anglers paradise.