Simon Wilkinson specialises in sight fly fishing to trout using 4WD and helicopters (or even jet boats and rafts) to access remote wilderness fishing rivers and the trout to be found in these pristine scenic areas.

A variety of guiding options are available from October to the end of April, and Simon will happily customise a trip for you that can include homestay accommodation.

Fishing guide	Simon Wilkinson
Homestay	Simon and Lucy Wilkinson Lumsden
Contact details	Phone: +64 3 442 1950 Mobile: 027 216 3787 Email: siwilkinson@xnet.co.nz Web: www.swguiding.wikispaces.com Blog: www.flyfishingexpeditions.co.nz Please mention nzfishing.com when you make an enquiry or booking.
Fishing waters	Some of the many waters fished by SW Guiding include: Oreti River Mataura River Waikaia River Hollyford River Ahuriri River Caples River Hunter River Cascade River
Fishing options	Fishing options include: Queenstown-based day fishing trips Single day trips from Queenstown. Set out early, drive 1-2 hours, then fish all day for as long as you want. Safari fishing trips On the road for a number of days exploring fishing waters in Southland, Otago, South Westland or the Mackenzie Basin. Super flexible safari itineraries take you through remote areas and awe-inspiring fly-fishing terrain, with the chance to hook into truly stunning New Zealand trout. Helicopter excusions Access remote wilderness rivers by helicopter using professional heli charters.
View videos	View YouTube videos from SW Guiding:
About your guide	Simon Wilkinson grew up in the North Island in a family that loved the outdoors including fly fishing and hunting. He was taught how to fly cast in Taupo and then caught his first trout on the fly rod in the Tongarario River - a nice 6 lbs - at the age of eight. He fly-fished all over the North Island as a teenager and young man and would always get some fishing in while overseas in Europe, Canada and the US. By 1995 Simon had put down roots in the Queenstown area where, after some serious time exploring the rivers, he began showing clients what South Island fly fishing is all about. His ability to instruct, knowledge of our waters, background in jet boating, the sheer amount of time spent in helicopters flying around the lower third of the South Island and a pretty good set of fish spotting eyes means Simon's clients have a great time on fly fishing trips.
Qualifications and certifications	Current member of the New Zealand Professional Fishing Guides Association (NZPFGA) Commercial liability insurance and an audited safety operations plan through the NZPFGA Department of Conservation concessions authorization to guide on DOC land almost (through the NZPFGA) Current outdoors and workplace first aid certificates as required by OSH Helicopter loading and ground handling certificate Commercial certified driver with a P endorsement Operates a commercially certified vehicle (CoF) Commercial vehicle insurance Transport Service Licence (TSL) Certified commercial jet boat driver
Indicative costs to May 31 2012	Queenstown-based day fishing trips Generally you will spend the day casting to stalked and sighted fish ranging in size from 3lbs – 5lbs, (20+ inches) always with the possibility of seeing and hooking into much larger fish. The day is yours and there is no time limit for Queenstown fly fishing trips. ------------------------------------------- The Southland Fly Fishing Homestay Package Includes: This is a 3 night package however longer stays are available by request. Price includes: 4 days guided fly fishing, 3 nights accommodation, all food and non alcoholic refreshments, video footage, digital still images, safety and risk management, DoC concessions, all 4WD transport and GST. NB. The guide is shared between two anglers. Note: Price does not include: fishing licenses, helicopter excursions, boat trips, alcoholic refreshments or gratuities. Capacity is 2 guests only. ------------------------------------------- The Overnight Fly Fishing Safari Expeditions are for clients who wish to get into the wilderness and well off the beaten track for a camp out style trip. It is generally suited to the angler who does not mind doing some hard yards, getting the hands dirty and helping out a bit with the chores of being on a fly fishing safari – the fishing will pay huge dividends ------------------------------------------- Multi Day Safari Expeditions For serious fly fishermen who require a super flexible and very mobile, exploration style safari expeditions through areas of the South Island of New Zealand that few people get to see. It is generally suited to the angler who does not mind doing some hard yards, getting the hands dirty and helping out a bit with the chores of being Safari Expeditions. ------------------------------------------- On The Road Fly Fishing Expeditions Get the best of the fishing all the while staying in the comfort of a real bed with a roof over your head. This expedition is very flexible and works around the prime mover of what the weather systems are doing and where the best place will be to get the fishing you are after. It’s a great way to see my end of the country and the best fishing it offers while enjoying all the creature comforts of home.
Bookings and enquiries	Please fill in the Booking form or email Simon
Booking confirmation	To confirm a booking, a non refundable 30% deposit is to be paid (with the balance due at the time of the trip). I can take your Visa or Mastercard details via phone or skype. If a phone call is not appropriate I can supply you with bank account information and you can do a money transfer. Please remember to allow for any bank transaction fees.
Cancellation	To confirm a booking a 30% non refundable deposit is required. Anglers will be supplied a deposit invoice. The balance and final payment is due at the beginning of the trip. If a client cancels a trip the entire deposit is forfeited unless the client finds a replacement angler. If SW Guiding/NZ Fly Fishing Expeditions can replace the days with another booking of similar length and cost, a refund less transaction fees will be considered – this is at the discretion of SW Guiding/NZ Fly Fishing Expeditions. Only the guide can postpone or cancel single day expeditions due to inclement weather or river conditions or any factors that may compromise the safety of the client/s and/or guide/s. All single day expeditions that cannot be postponed under these conditions will be canceled and a full refund less any transaction fees will be given. NB. On multi day expeditions the guide will always endeavor to do their best to take you to the best available water on any day of the expedition due to the weather and river conditions – however the weather is outside of our control so there will be no refunds given on any days lost due to adverse weather/river conditions during multi day expeditions. Preferred methods of payment: Visa, Mastercard, internet banking, bank transfer or bank cheque. All prices are quoted in New Zealand dollars and include statutory Goods and Service Tax (GST) of 15%.

Homestay

Top of page