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.
At 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 - So much to choose from - where do you start? There's something here for
everyone, 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.
Arthur Gray's
knowledge of fishing is extremely comprehensive and for
the last 30 years 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. Arthur is a Life Member of the NZPFGA.
Wanaka
is our base and Wanaka Fishing Safaris is our trade name.
Fly fishing is our specialty, catch and release is the
practice 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.
Richard Grimmett is also a member of the NZPFGA and has a wide knowledge of
fishing in the Wanaka, Hawea, Dunstan, Queenstown and
Southland Rivers and Lakes.
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, 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.
Expected
Seasonal Conditions.
October: Good lake edge fishing - lure and nymph. Rivers
running into lakes closed, running out
are open.
November: High country rivers open. Good dry fly / nymph
fishing. Temperatures improving, good PM hatches.
December, January, February: Settled weather. Rivers tend to be lower with excellent
dry fly fishing.
March: Many
fishermen prefer March, weather not too hot. Conditions still ideal for dry and wet fly fishing.
April: Temperatures
are cooler. Dry fly fishing not as rewarding. Wet fly
excellent, rainbow trout at their
best.
May: Dry fly
fishing finished. Still good lure fishing.
Tariffs 2008 Season.
Fishing license is not included in tariff.
Some remote areas an extra charge $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 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.
