Alpine Fishing Guides

Alpine Fishing Guides specialises in drift fishing on the rivers of the majestically beautiful Lake Wanaka area including the Clutha. As the boat drifts down kilometres of pristine rivers you can easily sight a brown or rainbow trout, pull up into an eddy, cast a fly, and reel it in.

Guide Greg Dougherty loves to share his knowledge and passion with fly fishers from around the world.

Name	Alpine Fishing Guides
Contact	Greg Dougherty
Address	31 Nichol Street Lake Hawea Wanaka
Contact details	Phone +64 3 443 1023 Mobile: +64 27 652 5617 Email: greg@driftfishingnz.com Web: www.driftfishingnz.com Please mention nzfishing.com when you make an enquiry or booking.
Fishing waters	Some of the waters Greg fishes include: Clutha River Makarora River Hawea River Matukituki River Hunter River The choice of river with the best fishing depends on the conditions, time of year, and time available. Alpine Fishing Guides uses their professional guiding experience and local fishing knowledge to customize your trip to ensure you get the most from it.
Fishing options	Fishing options include: Drift fishing day trips (approx 7- 8 hrs fishing) or half day trips by arrangement Multi day float fishing trips Helicopter access to drift fish some of the most remote stretches of river anywhere in the South Island or even elsewhere in the world (price by arrangement) Spin fishing also offered Day trips All day trips are for a maximum of two anglers and include: Pick up and drop off from Wanaka accommodation Equipment and tuition is provided A good lunch and snacks are provided Two day float fish / One night camp out package This summer float fish overnight trip covers approximately 40kms of river in two days and takes advantage of the amazing caddis hatch in the evening. Two full days fishing One night camping and fish in the evening All camping equipment and fishing gear provided. All meals, drink and snacks provided Guiding and tuition included Pick up and drop off to accommodation Suitable for 1 or 2 anglers November to April (summer) only Pre booking is essential
Accommodation	Alpine Fishing Guides can organise quality accommodation such as Te Wanaka Lodge in Wanaka for you.
About your guide	Drift fishing guide, Greg Dougherty, who has lived and fished in the South Island all his life, shares his love and knowledge of this beautiful area with anglers from around the world. Operates a professional guided fishing experience using top quality equipment and personnel Member of the CD Pro Network Uses high performance CD Rods from Composite Developments Based at Wanaka, just 1 hour north of the hustle and bustle of Queenstown and 5 hours South West of Christchurch. Has Department of Conservation concessions and local council consent NZ qualified White Water Rafting Guide, Grade 3 Trained in river rescue and outdoor first aid Fully insured
Client feedback	"We both had such a blast and the fishing spoiled us for life. Trout fishing will never be the same here in Washington! . We are already dreaming of a trip back to Wanaka and we hope to fish twice with you next time. We have been telling everybody about how fun the trip was and they just drool when we tell them how many fish we caught. Thanks again for such a great trip". Joanne Neugebauer Rex and Mike Rex, Seattle, USA ------------------------------------------------------ "New Zealand fly fishing- Wow! Saw more trout in a half day than possible to count. Greg was excellent at locating trout and illistrating proper technique in hooking Kiwi Rainbow and Browns. A must do trip if visiting the South Island." Jeffrey and Rainer Paul, USA ------------------------------------------------------ "Fishing with Greg was an absolute highlight of my trip to NZ . Not only did he help me catch the fish of a lifetime but he was also great company in the process" Mark, Australia ------------------------------------------------------ "I can't begin to express my gratitude to you and your wife for making my one and only fishing opportunity the experience of a lifetime. The fishing was fantastic and the shore lunch top notch. Thanks again." Scott Brannam, Atlanta, USA ------------------------------------------------------ "Greg I would like to take this opportunity to thank you again for that wonderful day of fishing on the Clutha. There is a chapter in Tony Orman's NZ fishing book about the team of guide and angler, and what a guide should be . You fit the bill on all qualifications, especially patience. I hope to try your patience again some day." Peter Werner, Yosimite, USA
Indicative costs for 2009 - 2010 season	Alpine Fishing Guides drift fishing rates for a full day are: Summer Rates from September to May are: - NZ $625 per day for 1 person - NZ $650 per day for 2 people Maximum 2 anglers Winter fishing Rates for June, July and August are: - NZ $500 per day for 1 person -NZ $550 per day for 2 people Maximum 2 anglers. Two day float fish/One night camp out package Please contact Alpine Fishing Guides for prices. Transport from Queenstown Transport from Queenstown airport or town centre to Wanaka can be arranged at an extra charge.

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