New Zealand is a renowned trout fishing destination. Even as a less than renowned trout fisherman, I can say it’s different from other places I have fished for trout. It is definitely a matter of quality, rather than quantity. My buddy J and I fished three days and each caught one fish (OK, J caught two but one of them was only about 14 or 15 inches and that doesn’t really count in New Zealand). But it is exciting, challenging fishing with a big (literally) payoff. Crystal clear water allows you to watch the fish take your fly…if it hasn’t seen you too.
J’s 28 inch brown (caught on his 59th birthday!)
My mere 24 inch brown. Check out the water clarity. Don’t let recent events scare you off, New Zealand is a treasure. Serge Bonnafoux is the go to guide in New Zealand.