Lake Wānaka Small-Group Trout & Salmon Fishing – 6 Hours
Overview
Our six-hour shared charter gives you the time to experience more of Lake Wānaka, not simply spend longer fishing. With a maximum of six guests, we can explore different areas, adapt as conditions change and, where suitable, try a wider range of fishing techniques.
First-time anglers have plenty of time to learn and gain confidence, while experienced anglers can get more involved with techniques, gear and the local fishery. Your skipper is there throughout to provide hands-on guidance and share his knowledge of the lake and surrounding area.
Once fishing, our fully electric trolling motor means no engine noise. Its GPS route-following system can guide the boat along our fishing route, leaving your skipper free to spend more time helping guests, talking fishing and sharing local knowledge.
Quality fishing gear, a comfortable purpose-built boat, locally sourced treats and cold drinks make this a relaxed and immersive way to spend six hours on Lake Wānaka.
What's Included
- All rods, reels and fishing equipment
- Fish cleaning and vacuum packing for any legal catch you choose to keep
- Locally sourced treats and cold non-alcoholic drinks
- 6-hour small-group fishing charter on Lake Wānaka
- Experienced local skipper and fishing guide
- Lunch We recommend either bringing your own packed lunch or treating yourself to a premium pre-purchased lunch option. Please contact us at least 24 hours before your trip.
- Freshwater fishing licence — required for all anglers and can be purchased on the boat if needed
Meeting Location
Lakeside Road
Wānaka 9305, New Zealand
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Meet your skipper at Wānaka Marina and board our comfortable fishing boat for a six-hour fishing experience on Lake Wānaka. After a short safety briefing, we’ll head onto the lake and choose where to fish based on the conditions that day.
The longer trip gives us time to explore more of the lake, spend longer in productive fishing areas and vary our approach as conditions change. Target rainbow trout, brown trout and salmon using techniques such as trolling and downrigging, with opportunities to try other methods where suitable. Fully electric trolling motor means no engine noise while fishing for a quieter, more peaceful experience.
No previous fishing experience is needed. Beginners will be guided through everything, while experienced anglers can get more involved with the fishing and techniques.
Between bites, take in Lake Wānaka’s alpine scenery while enjoying locally sourced treats and cold drinks. You’re welcome to bring lunch or pre-order a locally prepared lunch for the day.
If you catch a legal fish you’d like to keep, we can clean and vacuum-pack it for you to take away. Catch-and-release is equally welcome. After six hours, we’ll return to Wānaka Marina.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (10)
Q: Is bait provided?
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Activity code: C-5556157P4
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Frequently Asked Questions (10)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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Yes. Whatever the fishing calls for: live bait, frozen bait, cut bait, or chum, our Charter Captains will have plentiful supplies on hand. The same thing goes for artificial bait such as lures, flies, or plugs.
Jul 2022If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZDT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- All rods, reels and fishing equipment.
- Fish cleaning and vacuum packing for any legal catch you choose to keep.
- Locally sourced treats and cold non-alcoholic drinks.
- 6-hour small-group fishing charter on Lake Wānaka.
- Experienced local skipper and fishing guide.
- Lunch. We recommend either bringing your own packed lunch or treating yourself to a premium pre-purchased lunch option. Please contact us at least 24 hours before your trip.
- Freshwater fishing licence — required for all anglers and can be purchased on the boat if needed.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Lake Wānaka Small-Group Trout & Salmon Fishing – 6 Hours is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Lake Wānaka Small-Group Trout & Salmon Fishing – 6 Hours will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- All rods, reels and fishing equipment
- Fish cleaning and vacuum packing for any legal catch you choose to keep
- Locally sourced treats and cold non-alcoholic drinks
- 6-hour small-group fishing charter on Lake Wānaka
- Experienced local skipper and fishing guide
- LunchWe recommend either bringing your own packed lunch or treating yourself to a premium pre-purchased lunch option. Please contact us at least 24 hours before your trip.
- Freshwater fishing licence — required for all anglers and can be purchased on the boat if needed
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
