Bay Of Island Fishing

OVERVIEW

Fish for snapper and other prized game fish in the crystal-clear waters of the Bay of Islands. The captain will select the exact location based on the day’s water conditions, but it won’t take long to reach the prime fishing grounds. On the way there, the crew will prepare your fishing tackle and describe the kinds of species that are often caught. Everything you need for fishing will be provided on the boat, allowing you to better concentrate on reeling them in. You might hook a hard-fighting trevally as they travel in schools or maybe a blue cod, an indigenous species that typically inhabits rocky sea bottoms. Another possibility is catching a tarakihi, a mildly flavored fish that is often deep-fried in fish and chips. Whatever you catch, it will be a thrill to reel in and then release back into the sea for another day.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Fish for some of the New Zealand’s most sought-after, hard-fighting game fish.
• Follow the crew’s tips to increase your chances of catching snapper, trevally and blue cod.
• Board a fishing boat ready to go, as everything will be provided and set up.
• Enjoy the experience of being aboard a fishing boat with an affable captain.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.
• Hat, sunscreen, and bottled water recommended.