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Welcome to Trout Hunting NZ
                        

 

Based in Taupō, I guide fly fishing trips across the Central North Island — from the iconic Tongariro to hidden gems deep in native bush. For those chasing true adventure, I also offer multi-day trips into the South Island’s legendary backcountry.

Whether you're stalking trophy browns or exploring remote spring creeks, every trip is tailored to your goals and experience. Enjoy personalised, one-on-one access to some of New Zealand’s most rewarding trout water.

If you’re after a trusted New Zealand fly fishing guide who truly knows these rivers — you’ve found the right place.

This isn’t just a fishing trip. It’s a pursuit of the unforgettable.
Book your adventure today.

Journey Through New Zealand’s Hidden Waters with a Professional Fly Fishing Guide

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Premier Trout Hunting
Experience

I’m Gareth — founder of Trout Hunting NZ. Born in the South, based in the North, and raised on the river. I’ve spent years chasing trout through New Zealand’s remote waters — from high-country streams to backcountry bush.

This isn’t just guiding to me. It’s long days, quiet water, and the kind of moments you only get by earning them.

If that’s what you’re after, I’ll take you there.

Celebrated by
Passionate Anglers

Myself and a longtime fishing buddy had the joy and pleasure of fishing three straight days on the South Island with Gareth. We were traveling from Michigan and throughout our planning process, he was extremely responsive and very helpful even given a 16 hour time difference. He was also more than willing to be a contact for us when we arrived and even contacted a campground for us to be sure they had room for the first night we were in country.

The fishing experience for each of the days was outstanding! Every day he had a different location chosen based on the weather conditions and was also very intentional in planning different locations and varying terrain/river types to give us an excellent New Zealand fishing experience. On the river he was great at spotting fish, trying different flies, techniques and approaches to provide us the best opportunity at connecting with fish. Beyond the planning and fishing, if he said he would arrive to pick us up at 8, he was there at 7:59 which I greatly appreciate.

Awesome job, Gareth. If 6 out of 5 stars was an option, that would have been my vote. Keep up the great work and I hope that I get the chance to fish with you again in the future, in North America or New Zealand....

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Discover the Thrill

The Trips
Based in Taupō, I guide across the central North Island — a region known for powerful trout, cold rivers, and dense bush. From day missions into technical streams to longer walks up volcanic valleys, every trip is tailored to the angler, the season, and the hunt.

In summer, I offer limited multi-day adventures deep into the South Island backcountry — high-country rivers, remote camps, and the kind of fly fishing that pushes you. These aren’t lodge-based tours. They’re for those who want to earn it.

If you're chasing something real — let’s talk.

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