Destinations S.I.

“Explore the Wairau River and Diversion in Marlborough, a premier New Zealand fishing destination. Discover abundant salmon, sea-run trout, kahawai, red cod, and prime whitebaiting spots in this scenic South Island location.”

The Hapuka Estuary Walkway, a 1km loop near Haast, provides a pristine South Westland habitat to view whitebait and native birds, including tūī and kererū, within a protected intertidal wetland. The accessible, non-fishing walkway features boardwalks and interpretation panels, making it an ideal spot for wildlife spotting on the West Coast, New Zealand.

From dodging Messerschmitts over Europe to tracking down backcountry trout, WWII veteran Jack Hepburn spent 50 years mastering the rivers of North Canterbury. Discover the life, fishing secrets, and gear wisdom of a legendary local ranger.

Want to boost your trout catch rate on Lake Dunstan? Expert angler Peter Lemin shares his proven harling strategies, from transitioning between yellow and red rabbit flies to the ultimate five-metre lead core line setup. Learn how adding a simple jerky motion to your line can trigger heavy strikes from big brown and rainbow trout.

Rangitata River Salmon Fishing Allan Burgess talks about salmon fishing at the Rangitata River mouth.

Fishing after sunset is one of the most effective ways to land massive New Zealand trout and landlocked salmon. In this guide, Allan Burgess breaks down how to fish and tie luminous Doll Flies using Aurora plastic skirts, complete with essential night-vision lighting tips and an expert video walkthrough from Malcolm Bell at the Twizel Canals.

Nestled near Porters Pass, Lake Lyndon is Canterbury’s most accessible high country lake. It offers great fishing for all skill levels for both brown and rainbow trout. Learn the top spin, fly, and winter glo-bug techniques to land your next catch in this spectacular barren tussock landscape.

“Discover Lake Argyle, Marlborough’s top trout fishing destination in New Zealand! Perfect for all ages, this well-stocked lake offers abundant rainbow and brown trout, with tips for spin, fly, and boat fishing.”

Unlock the secrets of Canterbury’s high country lakes with expert advice from Peter Langlands. Discover how to locate elusive trout, master shallow weed beds, and choose the perfect fly patterns for a successful angling adventure.

Explore the ultimate angler’s eldorado at the head of Lake Wakatipu. This comprehensive guide covers the best locations, fly patterns, and seasons for fishing the Glenorchy Lagoon, the Rees and Dart Rivers, and the productive Diamond System.