How much does it cost to fly fish in New Zealand?
During our four-week-trip in January we fished high country spring creeks in Canterbury, remote rivers in Fiordland and the Kahurangi National Park and a couple of streams in the Nelson region. All of them are crystal clear, offering the opportunity to sight fish for large trout.
Why is selling trout illegal in NZ?
3. The sale of trout (except for wild trout) is allowed in New Zealand. The reason it is not available for sale is because there is no way to obtain trout to sell – trout farming, selling wild trout, and importing trout are all prevented by legislation or the CIPO.
Can you fish without a license in New Zealand?
Freshwater fishing rules and licence You do not need a licence to fish in the sea around New Zealand. However, you do need a licence for freshwater fishing (in lakes and rivers).
How big is the fishing industry in NZ?
Commercial fishing industry worth more than $4 billion to NZ economy – BERL. A report from economic researchers, BERL shows New Zealand’s commercial fishing industry is worth $4.18 billion.
Does New Zealand stock trout?
Every lake and river in the islands that make up New Zealand is stocked with fighting rainbow and brown trout.
Can you eat trout in New Zealand?
Trout can’t be bought or sold commercially in New Zealand, which means you won’t find trout on the menu at your favourite Taupo restaurant. This prohibition is aimed at protecting the sustainability of the recreational trout fishery.
Can you farm trout in New Zealand?
Currently, wild trout and salmon cannot be bought or sold in New Zealand and it remains illegal to farm trout.
How many Kina are you allowed?
The daily limit of kina is 50 per person per day.
How many snapper can you catch in NZ?
Table 2 – additional to combined bag
| Finfish species | Min fish length (cm) | Max daily limit (per fisher) |
|---|---|---|
| Snapper* | 27 | 10 |
| Snapper (SNA1)* | 30 | 7 |
| Yellow Eyed Mullet | – | – |
| All others | – | – |
Where to fly fish in Nelson New Zealand?
Further afield, within an hours drive, guests can access dozens of quality fly fishing streams and rivers within the Nelson Lakes and northern Murchison region. With the aid of a helicopter dozens more fly fishing locations become available to guests at Stonefly Fishing Lodge targeting the ever assertive wild brown trout.
What can you do on a fly fishing trip?
Aspiring Fly Fishing offers guided fly fishing trips, heli-fishing and fly fishing tuition, meaning that everyone can enjoy fishing for Salmon and Trout! Imagine being surrounded by spectacular scenery, casting to wild trout in crystal clear waters and landing a fish of a lifetime.
Which is the best fly fishing lodge in the world?
Orvis Endorsed Fly Fishing Lodges represent the best fishing experiences in the world. As an Orvis Endorsed property, Stonefly Lodge is committed to excellence and the high standards of this exclusive fly fishing program.