New Zealand 🇳🇿

Tekapo Region, Central South Island

Sight fishing in clear mountain rivers and streams

Water

Stream

Lines

WF Floating

Rods

AFTMA 4 to AFTMA 6

Species

Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout
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Best months

Jan, Feb, Mar, Oct, Nov, Dec
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Weather forecast for this location

Sat Sep 23

-0 - 5 °C

N3

100%

Sun Sep 24

0 - 2 °C

S2

60%

Mon Sep 25

-6 - 5 °C

N3

0%

Tue Sep 26

-4 - 5 °C

N3

28%

Wed Sep 27

-3 - 2 °C

NW0

40%

Thu Sep 28

-1 - 5 °C

NW3

28%

Fri Sep 29

-1 - 6 °C

NW4

72%

In the picturesque heart of New Zealand's South Island, the Tekapo Region emerges as a paradise for fly fishing enthusiasts. Here, where crystal-clear mountain rivers and streams carve through pristine landscapes, both novice and seasoned anglers find themselves embraced by the tranquil embrace of nature at its finest. The Tekapo Region, steeped in alpine beauty, offers an unmatched setting for pursuing wild Brown and Rainbow trout on the fly.

The Tekapo Region is renowned for its clear waters, a result of the natural filtration process provided by the rocky substrates and surrounding vegetation. These pristine waters provide an ideal habitat for trout, allowing them to thrive in numbers and sizes that make this region a fly fisherman's haven. As you venture into the heart of this angler's paradise, expect to witness the harmonious balance of New Zealand's vibrant ecosystems, wherein every fishing expedition feels like a firsthand interaction with the untouched wilderness.

Anglers are blessed with the opportunity to indulge in sight fishing, a method that adds a visual thrill to the traditional fly-fishing experience. The region's transparent waters offer a clear window into the underwater world, where the grace and agility of Brown and Rainbow trout can be observed in their natural habitat. It is here that you can witness these majestic creatures navigating the currents, darting among the rocks, and sometimes, if you're patient enough, taking the bait right before your eyes.

Fly fishing in the Tekapo Region is not just an exercise in sport but a chance to connect with nature on a deeper level. Amid the serene landscapes that define this area, time seems to slow, allowing for moments of reflection and the pure enjoyment of being immersed in the unparalleled beauty that the region offers.

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The best months to fish

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Not allowed
Don't bother
Doable
Best time

Species

There might be more species you can catch in this location or in the area, but the current page and description focusses on these fish species.

Brown Trout

Rainbow Trout

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