What to bring

We provide all the fly fishing equipment that you may need (flies, rods, reels, waders etc.) so that you can travel light.  Everybody is shaped differently and sizes and gear is limited - please enquire first through the contact page as to availability.  Of course most keen fly fishermen prefer to use their own gear and this is perfectly okay with us!

Bring warm clothing, rain jacket, wide brim hat, polaroid sunglasses, and of course a camera!  During summer, polyprop leggings are preferred to keep the sandfly's at bay.

Whenever possible clothing and equipment should be natural subdued colours, this is to reduce the visibility of the angler to the trout. New Zealand trout spook very easily.

Recommended fly fishing gear to bring
If you would like to bring your own fly fishing equipment here is a list of recommended items.

Rod: 9' 5-6 wt recommended, lines WF floating 5-6 in a subtle hue.

Waders: Breathable waders can be used all year. Felt-soled wading boots are now banned in New Zealand.  We can facilitate the purchase of "River Boots" to wear from as little as $75 for you before your trip. We also have a limited range of boots in various sizes available at no charge to use.

Flies: Pheasant tail, Hares ear, and Bead head patterns. Dry Flys - Adams, Parachute adams, Royal Wulff, Caddis and Cicada imitations. These can be supplied at no charge but feel free to bring your own favorites.