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Wanaka fishing Safari guides provide guiding and tuition around Lake Wanaka, Queenstown, Makarora, and generally the southern lakes of Central Otago and Southland New Zealand. WFS specialise in guiding / tuition in some very special quiet places, spectacular wilderness locations that dreams are made of, and suited to your skills and requirements. Phone 03 443 7748. |
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Wanaka fishing safaris have two main principals, Arthur Gray and Richard Grimmett, both are members of the New Zealand Professional Fishing Guides Association. and have accumulated some fascinating experiences since 1978, they are keen to share these experiences and skills. |
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Arthur's and Richard's knowledge of fishing is extremely comprehensive and for a few decades Arthur has shared his endeavours with fishing enthusiasts from around the world. Arthur is well known in Japan, having fronted fishing documentaries and appeared in many Japanese fishing publications. Richard has a wide knowledge of fishing in the Wanaka, Hawea, Dunstan, Queenstown and Southland Rivers and Lakes. Phone +64 034437748 or email. |
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They are members of the New Zealand Professional Fishing Guides Assn. |
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Fly fishing is their specialty, catch and release is thepractice while a trophy would be an exception. We recommend the following Rods and Lines to be 7 to 8 weight with dry and sinking wet lines. Dry fly size 12-14, lure 8-10.
Wanaka has a tackle shop that covers all requirements. We also provide spin
fishing and trolling on
request. Wanaka is sheltered behind the southern Alps in the south
island, easily accessible by regular coach services,
airport connections or by car.
Wanaka is a central destination with Queenstown, Milford Sound and the west coast, only hours away. Unskilled beginners are welcome, we will assist you to master the art of fly fishing.
Winter Fishing July – September:
Many rivers and lakes remain open during the winter season and flyfishing
can be excellent targeting the great number of large well conditioned
fish which migrate to spawn. Lake edges, stream mouths and rivers all
offer good fly fishing with nymphs and deeply sunk wet flies and lures.
Did you know:
Lake Wanaka is central to
a fascinating
area of southern New Zealand, excavated by massive glaciers more than 10,000 years ago, Lakes Wanaka and Hawea lie side by side, joined by a sliver of land known as The Neck,
which is just 1000 metres wide, the glaciers were once joined. Lake Wanaka is the source of New Zealand's largest river, the Clutha. Lake Hawea feeds into the Hawea River, which joins the Clutha at Albert Town. Ringed by pebbly beaches and with magnificent views to the surrounding peaks,
both lakes offer a variety of adventures,
especially during the long, hot months of summer.
Outdoor Activities:
There's something here foreveryone, whatever your age, ability or sense of
adventure! From fishing to flightseeing, walking, to
waterskiing, tramping to tennis, horse trekking to
heliskiing, gold-panning to golfing. Do everything or
nothing, take time, all year round, to enjoy our unique
"outdoors".
Wining and Dinning:
Eating out is a highlight in Wanaka with an abundance of
cafe's, licensed and unlicensed restaurants to choose
from. You can dine indoors or outdoors, have meals to-go or sit back and be pampered. Enjoy
quality New Zealand fare and our local fresh fruits with
variety to suit all tastes. Visit the local vineyard and
taste some unique southern wine.
Accommodation:
Wanaka has accommodation from resorts, motels,home stays,
guest lodge, Bed and Breakfast, Backpackers etc.
Refer to our links page for some details. Wanaka Fishing Safaris
offer a service for the novice to the experienced angler. Fly Fishing - Lake Trolling - Spin Fishing
- Evening Fishing
- Full Days
- Part days also
available. Your guides are Arthur Gray - Richard Grimmett.
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Expected Seasonal Conditions: October: Good lake edge fishing - lure and nymph. Rivers
running into lakes closed, running out
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Tariffs 2009 Season: - Phone 03 443 7748
Fishing license is not included in tariff, some remote areas have an extra charge of around $100. Helicopter or fixed wing aircraft by arrangement. Courtesy 4WD transport - Lunch provided in daily tariff. Evening fishing by arrangement - Groups by arrangement.
1 or 2 persons fishing with 1 guide per day $500.00, half day $300. We cater for the novice to the experienced angler - Tuition available.
Both guides are members of New Zealand Professional Fishing Guides Assn. NZPFGA mission statement ...
To advocate and protect the interests of members and clients, and to promote professionalism, sportsmanship and conservation in the
interests of angling.
NZPFGA guides adhere to the highest ideals and further demonstrate this by their active involvement through advocacy, furthering angling ethics standards, and the sustainable management of New Zealand's fisheries.
Our clients enjoy a unique New Zealand remoteness and scenic beauty that will enhance your experiences. Wanaka is a mountain resort and recognised as offering some of the best fishing in New Zealand. The rivers that feed the lakes carry excellent stocks of brown and rainbow trout. The lakes also have the above and quinnet salmon. Our clear Alpine rivers and lakes offer superb sight fishing.
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The winter is now with us with plenty of snow on the mountains. It is looking like being an excellent ski season. The last few days have been cool with morning frosts but fine with the occasional sun breaking through. Fishing is now mainly limited to the Lakes and Hawea and Clutha Rivers. The most popular locations are mouths of the rivers flowing into the lakes.
With little fishing just now it is time to reflect on the past season. October saw some good fishing in both Lakes Wanaka and Hawea . For the fly fisherman streamers and nymphs were again productive. Spin fishing was also very good on these waters. At river mouths and small areas where fishing is permitted at this time on rivers flowing into the lakes there were good quantities of rainbows. For the beginning of the season in November when conditions were suitable some excellent catches were had in the rivers. The lakes were low and fishing well for both fly and spin fishermen. The weather later in the month and early December was for the most part good, the rivers were on the odd occasion discolored but when suitable fished very well. Fish were taking dry flies on the lake edges and a sheltered bay can always be found. This proved as usual to be an excellent alternative and very productive.
Wind also made it difficult for fly fishermen and also for boat fishing. Those anglers who were prepared to be adaptable still achieved a great deal of success. January was a mixture of good and bad weather with plenty of wind but fishing was very good with dry flies, humpy patterns being the most successful, and on a bad day streamers and nymphs also getting results. February was at times difficult for the fly fisherman with some windy weather; dry fly fishing however was very productive when possible. Streamers and Nymphs were once again good value. Fishermen that were prepared to be adaptable were able to experience good fly fishing on Lake edges with humpy patterns again and cicadas.
Dry flies were still very productive on lake edges even on windy days. Streamers were also a good option in the rivers and lakes. In April as is usual white bait and streamer patterns were very productive at the river mouths. Dry fly fishing was still going well on the lakes. Early May saw some very bad weather with swollen rivers and the lakes at a high level making fishing difficult. Later in the month the rivers were clearing again and large numbers of browns had made their way up the rivers for spawning and again this looks good for the future. Apart from some difficult conditions I found it a very successful season. end report July, 2009: email with any comments ... back to top |
Some images from the surrounding areas: client contact - Phone 03 443 7748
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Specialist Fly Fishing Guides - Brown / Rainbow trout.
Arthur
Gray lives in Te Anau, and Richard Grimmett is based in Wanaka, South Island of New Zealand.
Wanaka Fishing Safaris caters for all forms of flyfishing, dry fly, wet fly, spot fishing, spin fishing, trolling including
evening fly fishing, helicopter or fixed wing back country fly fishing, wild brown and rainbow trout spotting.
NZ Flyfishing Guides - Wanaka Fishing Safaris - Wanaka Fishing Guides - Wanaka Trout Safaris.
Email
Guide@trout.net.nz - Mobile 027 2459816 - Phone 03 443 7748
Fax 3 443
7798 - Visa , Bankcard and
Mastercard - browser link
Good Sports Lake
Wanaka
A massive sports store in Wanaka that has everything you'd want. Wanaka's leading outdoor and adventure sports retailer. Clothing,
equipment
and accessories for every activity - skiing, snow boarding, mountain biking, trekking, climbing, mountaineering, kayaking, fishing, camping. Leading New Zealand brands such as Macpac, Fairydown, Zone, Earth Sea Sky, Merino as well as Salomon, Atomic, Helly Hansen, Adidas, Scarpa, Avanti, Specialized.
Fish and
Game
The New Zealand Government's agency responsible for managing freshwater sportsfish, fisheries, and
gamebird hunting. Find out what the regulations
are. Hunting Regulations Available Under Each Regional Subsection or Below as PDFs. Purchase licence sales online. Fish & Game New Zealand’s Otago region has, without doubt, some of the most diverse waters for sports fishing in New Zealand. They range from the unique high country experiences on gin clear Southern Lakes river tributaries.
Cairnside Bed & Breakfast
"Cairnside" Bed and Breakfast is located on the outskirts of Wanaka. Set on the hillside beside Mt Barker, this homestay commands wonderful panoramic views of the mountains and lake. You'll enjoy the relaxing and convivial company of your hosts,
Jan
and Peter Anderson, who are retired farmers. They are happy to maximise the enjoyment of your visit with their local knowledge of the area.
Sasanoki Bed and Breakfast
Located at Penrith Park, on Lake Wanaka.
There are two self contained studios, both modern, clean and very comfortable. Enjoy the lakside location with spectacular lake and alpine views. This part of Wanaka is exceptional, a place of tactile tranquility.
Buchanan Lodge
Buchanan Lodge sleeps 9 people (2 doubles, 2 twins and 1 single), has 3 modern bathrooms (2 ensuite) and has a wonderful open-plan living area with state-of-the-art facilities. This opens onto a full-length veranda and a beautiful
garden. The lawn stretches towards
the lake.
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