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Dream Trout New Zealand

Dream Trout offers you guided fly fishing trips with truly superb fly fishing for wild brown and rainbow trout in the many pristine rivers, lakes and streams that cover the scenic Central North Island.

From its base in Taupo, Dream Trout's fly fishing trips access more than a dozen quality rivers and streams. Experience true New Zealand trout fishing off the beaten track on half day, full day, overnight or multi-day backcountry trips, or fly in to real wilderness New Zealand trout fishing.

Contact Craig Farrar
Contact details

Mobile: 021 808 084
Email: craig@dreamtrout.com

Web: Fly Fising Guide, Taupo, New Zealand

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

Fishing waters

Some of the many waters fished by Dream Trout include:

Tongariro River

Lake Otamangakau

Tauranga-Taupo River
Hinemaiaia River

Whanganui River

Whakapapa River

Puniu River

Lake Whakamaru

Rangitaiki River

Mohaka River

Mangatutu Stream

Waipunga River

Fishing options

Dream trout's full or half day fly fishing trips from Taupo are suitable for the beginner or experienced anglers. Full tuition is provided for beginners. Options include:

  • Summer trips:
    Superb backcountry fly fishing, rivers and streams accessed by comfortable 4WD. Nymph and dry fly fishing for wild brown and rainbow trout that will happily take a well presented fly.
  • Heli fly in:
    Available Oct- April, price available on request.
  • Winter trips:
    Fly fishing Taupo's famous steelhead rivers. These fish average just under 4Lbs and fight like freight trains.
What to bring What you need to bring along - fishing gear (optional), rain coat, suitable clothing (see equipment) and camera.
About your guide

Craig Farrar leads a team of hand picked:

  • Experienced, friendly, professional trout fishing guides
  • NZPFGA registered
  • Emergency first aid certified

Craig is:

  • Member of the New Zealand Fly Fishing team in 2006, 2008 and 2012
  • Team silver medalist and individual session winner at the 2008 World Fly Fishing Champs
  • A member of the CD Pro Network which tests and provides feedback on CD-Rods and other products by Composite Developments.
Indicative costs
as at 1 June 2011

Half day Taupo fly fishing trips

Price includes:

- Guide and/or tuition

- Transport

- Use of equipment if required

Half day: 8.30am-1pm or 1pm-5-5.30pm

NZ$350 for 1 angler

NZ$400 for 2 anglers

 

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Full day fly fishing trips from Taupo

Price includes:

- Guide fees
- All vehicle transport
- All fishing equipment if required
- Pickup and drop off from your accommodation in Taupo
- Lunch and refreshments
- Digital photos via email

Full day: 8.30am to 5-5.30pm

Fishing backcountry rivers and streams

NZ$650 for 1 angler
NZ$700 for 2 anglers

Prices do not include fishing licences.

Payment

VISA and MasterCard are accepted.

 

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