Central North Island Day Trip

1 Day | 8-10hrs

NZ$1100/Day

Explore the diverse trout fisheries of New Zealand’s Central North Island on a personalised guided fly fishing day trip. Within 30–90 minutes of Taupō, an extensive network of rivers, streams, and high-country lakes provides excellent fly fishing throughout the seasons.
Destinations are selected according to the season, weather and river conditions, ensuring each trip makes the most of the opportunities available on the day. Suitable for anglers of all abilities, every trip is planned around your experience, interests, fitness and preferred style of fishing.

Backcountry Day Trip

1 Day | 10-12hrs

NZ$1300/Day

Discover the backcountry fisheries of New Zealand’s Central North Island on a personalised guided fly fishing day trip. Within 30–90 minutes of Taupō, a diverse collection of rivers, streams and high-country lakes offers outstanding fly fishing throughout the seasons.
Fishing locations are selected according to the season, weather and river conditions to make the most of the opportunities available on the day. Suitable for anglers of all abilities, every trip is tailored to your experience, interests, fitness and preferred style of fishing.

Wilderness Helicopter Day Adventure

1 Day | 14+hrs

NZ$POA/Package

Reach some of New Zealand’s most remote trout fisheries by helicopter and spend the day fishing rivers that are rarely visited by other anglers. Flying directly into these isolated catchments provides access to water that would otherwise require several days of walking.
These adventures are ideal for anglers wanting to experience genuine wilderness in a single day, combining remote fishing, spectacular landscapes and the efficiency of helicopter access to maximise your time on the water.

Central North Island Multi Day Tour

2-5 Day | 8-10hrs

NZ$POA/Package

Experience the variety of the Central North Island’s trout fisheries over two or more days, with the flexibility to fish different rivers, lakes and backcountry waters as conditions change. Travelling between regions allows us to make the most of seasonal opportunities while showcasing the diversity of the area’s fisheries and landscapes.
Each itinerary is individually planned to suit your experience, interests and preferred style of fishing. Accommodation, transport and daily logistics are organised to provide a relaxed and enjoyable experience both on and off the water.

Wilderness Lodge Multi-Day Adventure

3-5 Days | 8-10hrs

NZ$POA/Package

Based at our wilderness lodge, these adventures combine comfortable accommodation with access to remote rivers and backcountry fisheries. Staying in one location allows us to explore a range of nearby waters while adapting each day’s plans to weather, river conditions and seasonal fishing opportunities.
This option is well suited to anglers seeking a wilderness fly fishing experience without the need for camping or backcountry hut accommodation, while still enjoying excellent fishing in some of the Central North Island’s more remote locations.

Wilderness Helicopter Hut Multi-Day Adventure

3-5 Days | 8-10hrs

NZ$POA/Package

Experience the variety of the Central North Island’s trout fisheries over two or more days, with the flexibility to fish different rivers, lakes and backcountry waters as conditions change. Travelling between regions allows us to make the most of seasonal opportunities while showcasing the diversity of the area’s fisheries and landscapes.
Each itinerary is individually planned to suit your experience, interests and preferred style of fishing. Accommodation, transport and daily logistics are organised to provide a relaxed and enjoyable experience both on and off the water.

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REQUEST Booking

BOOKING process

Using the enquiry form below is the best way to contact us unless you are making a booking enquiry within two days of departure or wish to discuss your options, in which case we recommend a phone or WhatsApp call at +64 21 505 376.

Step 1 - Submit enquiry form | Please fill out and submit the booking enquiry form and you will receive a confirmation receipt email
Step 2 - Confirm availability, discuss your needs and plan your adventure | We will reply by email to confirm availability, discuss your needs and plan your trip.
Step 3 - Payment and booking confirmation | Your booking will be confirmed by email upon receipt of a 50% deposit, with the balance due the day of departure.

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Contact Details
Please provide your name and contact details.
Your First Name*
Your Surname*
Your Email*
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Guided Fly Fishing Options
Please indicate your maximum number of days guiding and preferred fishing options.
Maximum Number of Days Guiding*
Preferred Guided Fishing Option*
Alternate Guided Fishing Option
Preferred Guiding Dates
Preferred First Guiding Date*
Please indicate your preferred option for the first or only days guiding.
Preferred Alternative First Guiding Date
Only if possible, please indicate an alternative option for for your first or only days guiding.
Preferred Last Guiding Date
For multi-day trips only, please indicate your preferred last day and if you wish, allow for a break between guiding days.
Planning Your Experience
To assist us in planning the most appropriate trip and managing your safety, please provide the following details.
Number of Anglers*
Total number of anglers requiring guiding. More than 2+ anglers will require a second guide.
Number of Non Anglers
Total number of non guided anglers. There is a $200 surcharge for third or forth non angler.
Your Shoe Size/s (US/UK/EU)*
We will provide boots one size larger to allow for the stocking-foot waders. Please indicate either US/UK/EU boot size.
Your Angling Experience
Knowing a little about your experience and ability helps us tailor the trip to best suit your needs.
Your Health and Mobility
Understanding any physical or health limitations helps us plan a trip that is both safe and well suited to your needs.
Emergency Contact
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Cancellation Terms

Changes to your plans | We will endeavor to accommodate any changes to your itinerary and your booking though due to existing commitments, this may not always be possible.
Cancellations prior to ten days before departure | Direct bookings and deposits for cancellations prior to ten days before departure will receive a full refund.
Cancellations within 10 days of departure | Direct bookings and deposits for cancellations within 10 days of departure are non-refundable.
Cancelation due to weather | On rare occasions that trips may be canceled at short notice due to extreme weather conditions, a full refund will be given.

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Payment Options

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Option 3 - Direct bank credit to Riverstone Fly Fishing Guides| Account number - 15-3970-0091576-10