General fishing information
Visitors to New Zealand can bring their own fishing gear into the country. However, all equipment must be clean and must be declared to New Zealand customs on arrival. Homemade flies are not allowed into New Zealand.
What to Wear
Anglers fishing in New Zealand’s summer will often find it more comfortable and quieter to fish with bare legs, perhaps a pair of trainers or felt soled boots. Waders can be hot and clumsy in the heat of a New Zealand summer. Only in unseasonably cold weather, or at night, might an angler require waders. Autumn, winter and early spring at Taupo require waders and, irrespective of the season, polarised glasses are essential. Sunscreen is a must throughout the country and a hat or cap is essential during summer. In many areas insect repellent is another necessity.
Check the Weather
The New Zealand Meteorological (Met) Service provides free weather information services, including tidal reports and recreational marine weather forecasts. New Zealand weather patterns can change quite quickly, particularly in spring and autumn.
Safety First
Fishers should follow sensible safety precautions, and be especially vigilant when sea fishing. Although wild areas such as Auckland's West Coast beaches are beautiful, they are treacherous and unpredictable, so it pays to fish with someone who knows the area. Safety signs in many areas are there for a reason. Drowning is the third highest cause of unintentional death in New Zealand, behind motor vehicle accidents and accidental falls, although this number has decreased 45% since 1985 due to greater public awareness. Information on fishing safety is provided by the Water Safety Council of New Zealand.
Charters
Picot’s New Zealand Charter Guide is the online version of the print book charter boat directory, listing hundreds of fishing vessels for hire around the country.
Regulations
General New Zealand fishing regulations can be found in the New Zealand Online Website at
www.newzealandfishing.com (links below)
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