Tarata Fishaway

Tarata Fishaway is nestled in bush in a remote valley where the picturesque Rangitikei River meets the rugged Ruahine Ranges. The homestead, river cottage and treetop house all have million dollar river views and there is trout fishing at your doorstep.

Your host offers guided fishing, rafting and heli-fly outs for all ages, including overnight wilderness trout fishing safaris.

Hosts	Stephen and Trudi Mattock
Address	5251 Mokai Road Mokai Valley RD3 Taihape
Contact details	Phone: +64 6 388 0354 Fax: +64 6 388 0954 Mobile: 025 227 4986 (within New Zealand only) Email: fishaway@xtra.co.nz Web: www.tarata.co.nz Please mention nzfishing.com when you make an enquiry or booking.
Fishing waters	Rangitikei River Moawhango River
Location	Tarata Fishaway is marked on the mid Rangitikei River map.
Virtual tour	For a virtual tour of the accommodation and panoramic views of the river, please see the Tarata Fishaway website.
Features	A choice of accommodation in a secluded location Access to magnificent Rangitikei River fishing Fishing guide on site if required Large private garden Pool and spa pool Continental breakfast provisions provided. Picnic lunches and dinner available
Guided fishing trips	Stephen offers guided fishing and rafting trips for all ages. Guided Trout Fishing Guided fishing with your guide. Raft to secluded pools and runs on the Rangitikei River: some of New Zealand's best trout fishing only accessible by raft. Enjoy fishing on "your river" for the day. Picnic lunch provided. A scenic drive returns you to Tarata to fish the evening rise in a local pool before dinner. Pack it in - Pack it out Pack it in - Pack it out is a trout fishing safari for the more energetic angler combining raft and on foot fishing Tramp to base camp, fishing the Rangitikei River and a remote tributary in the real wilderness. Superb spotting, deadly dry fly, fantastic fighters, rewarding release. Accommodation that is rough but comfortable. Bush tucker provided Camp-fire tales at night All camping gear provided. Multi Day Rafting and Fishing Campouts Raft, camp and fish on up to 50 kms of remote Rangitikei River: New Zealand trout fishing at its best Catch the early morning and the evening rise All camping gear provided. Multi Day Helicopter Flyouts Fly to the remote headwaters of the Rangitikei River where the gin-clear water provides the ultimate "spot fishing" and a great chance of a trophy fish. All camping gear provided.
Accommodation	Tarata Fishaway has three accommodation options. The Homestead The Homestead provides: Two bedrooms, each with a queen and single bed A guest bathroom Lounge with an open fire The River Retreat The River Retreat provides: A honeymoon suite with an air-bath with a romantic view of the Rangitikei River Second bedroom Lounge Fully self-contained kitchen Bathroom Huge deck to relax and enjoy the view Wheelchair friendly The Tree House Tarata's Tree House provides: Amazing views of the Rangitikei River complete with waterfall Three bedrooms each with decking Two bathrooms (one ensuite) Kitchen, dining room and view from the bay window Extra room downstairs to cater for larger groups A spa pool
Restrictions	Pets welcome by arrangement No smoking inside
Local attractions and activities	Scenic rafting and campouts Farm adventures, farm pets, milking the cow, fishing, eeling Swimming pool Miniature horse Bush walks Clay bird shooting, spot light safari Mini golf Magic carpet rides Visit "Middle Earth"
Indicative tariff as at 04 November 2007	Tarata Fishaway's tariffs include continental breakfast provisions: NZ$120-180: Double NZ$60-90: Single Children under 12: Half price NZ$35 per person: Dinner by arrangement Payment by Visa/Mastercard.
Bookings	Please phone or email to make a booking.
Directions	For map and directions, please see the Tarata Fishaway website.

The River Retreat

The Tree House

The Homestead

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