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Saltwater Fly Fishing > The Pacific > New Zealand

South Pacific: New Zealand

Saltwater fly fishing in New Zealand has always been a big fish destination. It's just that only those anglers chasing records were in the know and they kept their secret well. Today however there is a growing enthusiasm for saltwater fly fishing in New Zealand and those well kept secrets are now available to anglers through Fly Odyssey.

The jewel in the crown of the inshore fishery is the Pacific Yellowtail Kingfish. This prolific species has a well-earned reputation for being one of the hardest fighting fish in the ocean and is described as a rapacious carnivore. Their aggressive nature means they have a penchant for attacking flies. Kingfish can grow up to two metres in length and over 60 kg. Given that the fly-caught world record stands at just over 25 kg on all class tippets, this gives some idea of the immense fighting abilities of these fish. Tangling with one of these fish makes such an impression that it will leave you wanting more.

Saltwater Fly fishing in New Zealand also includes encounters with other hard fighting species such as Kahawai, Silver Trevally, Snapper, Skipjack Tuna and Yellowfin Tuna. All these species are prized sportsfish in the Southern hemisphere. These fish are generally found as immense schools feeding on the surface and provide exciting and sometimes exacting fishing. Imitating the tiny krill and baitfish that these fish feed on provides a real challenge and the rewards are worth it.

New Zealand is also famous for its Blue and Striped Marlin fishery boasting the largest striped Marlin in the world. As the warm tropical currents push down along the eastern seabord of New Zealand the various tuna, mahi mahi and marlin species come inshore to feed on the prolific bait schools. Anglers have long travelled to the top of the North Island seeking battles with these majestic creatures and now you can experience the ultimate in Bluewater Fly fishing with Fly Odyssey.

Fly Odyssey offers customised packages for both inshore or bluewater fly fishing trips to one of the worlds most remarkable saltwater destinations.

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NEW ZEALAND

• Season: October to April.
• Prices: From £1800 per rod per week. Bespoke and group packages available.
• Includes: 7 nights accommodation, 6 days guided fishing, full board, and domestic transfers.
• Excludes: International flights, gratuities and beverages.

TESTIMONIAL

"I would just like to put my thoughts on record and once again say thank you for a tremendous trip. Your organisational capabilities were faultless and I have to say in the face of changing factors your flexibility and easy going competence were essential to our enjoyment of the fishing. Conditons change overnight and a good depth of knowledge, of the area, the rivers and the anglers' capabilites can be sometimes difficult to manage. That we all saw an enormous variety of fishing opportunities and superb fish is a testament to your professional competence and of course the guides Stu Tripney, Steve Carey and Ian Cole. That last day on the Ahuriri was one of the best day's fishing I have ever had in my life. I will return."

P. Connor, UK.
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