Motu Fishing

Fish the tranquil waters of the Motu River with guide Simon and pit your wits against the wiley Brown Trout in one of New Zealand's best Dry Fly Fishing rivers, claimed as the best in the North Island

A NZPFGA member, Simon will take you fishing on the tranquil and remote waters of the Motu River and hidden trout streams nearby. You can then choose to return to the homestead where you'll find stylish accommodation and fine food.

Simon and Katie Hustler

State Highway 2
PO Box 8

Matawai
(between Gisborne and Opotiki)

Phone: +64 6 862 4809

Email:

simonkatie@xtra.co.nz

Please mention nzfishing.com when you make an enquiry or booking.

The Motu River, which is within walking distance, is one of New Zealand's best dry fly fishing rivers, and probably the best brown trout fishery in the North Island.

Other great rivers close by include the:

• Koronga and Kahanui Streams (tributaries of the Waioeka)
• Opato and
• Waioeka

• Start the day with a cooked or continental breakfast and pick up a packed lunch for the fishermen
• After a days fishing come back to relaxed atmosphere of Hazelwood, a homestead registered with the Historic Places Trust and built in 1908 for Simon's great-grandfather.
• Sit on the balcony with a drink as the shadows lengthen across the lawn or argue amiably over a game of petanque down by the creek.
• Enjoy a three course meal of all things New Zealand served in the dining room looking out onto the informal park like gardens.
• Take a break from fishing and soothe the soul with a walk to Kotare Stations Back River Hut and take in the high peaks, stunning native bush and crystal clear mountain streams
• Take a gentle walk along the Winray Track to view the Motu Falls
• Helicopter flyins by arrangement
• Hunting by arrangement

"Back in the Netherlands I have nice memories of my staying at Hazelwood, the pleasant company, nice music and the fine food (and fantastic dogs). You're a great cook!! Next time I'll do a hunting-trip with Simon as well. See you next time". Kind regards, Frans van Erp the Netherlands

"An extremely pleasant stay - fantastic setting, cosy fire, superb cuisine, comfortable beds and facilities - wonderful hosts". Graeme Muir - School Support

Opotiki:

• Beaches
• Garden walk
• Golf
• Yachting

Gisborne:

• Vintage railway
• Surfing and sailing
• Cook's Landing Site National Historic Reserve
• Tairawhiti Museum and Te Moana Maritime Museum

There are two guest rooms:

• Double Room: Double bed with private bathroom
• Twin Room: Twin king beds singles with bathroom acroos the hall

Each private bathroom has a shower, toilet and vanity.

Other facilities include:

• Sitting room with open fire
• Sunroom with garden outlook

Guiding

The daily guiding fee includes lunch. Transport to remote areas may be extra.

• $350 per day for 1 person (full day)
• $5500 per day for 2 people (full day)
• Overnight trips staying at an outback cabin: please enquire.

Accommodation

• $95-$175 all meals included

Please phone or email to make a booking