Heli Fishing in the north island

The North Island of New Zealand provides some of the best fly fishing in the world and summer time in Taupo is the dry fly fisherman's Mecca! The tributary streams will still produce smaller fish to a well presented dry fly but most often the action is in the hills, east of Lake. Helicopter transfers provide the perfect access to these picturesque, remote rivers.

Helicopters have opened up the rivers of the Kaweka, Kaimanawa and Urewera ranges to the fly fishermen. Such rivers as the Ngaruroro, Rangitikei, Mohaka, Raukituri and Waiau, to name just a few, produce brown and rainbow trout of trophy size.

The thrill of a big fish rising to take a tiny dry is an experience not to be missed, but a weighted nymph drifting through the deep pools will also bring heart-stopping action. Helicopters are not always necessary as there are plenty of rivers that are accessible by four wheel drive. Rivers such as the Rangitaiki, Upper Waitahanui, Waipunga and the untapped waters of the King Country will provide all the necessary excitement for the land-based client.

Chris Jolly Outdoors' experienced guides will ensure you have the trip of a lifetime. We operate on a one guide for 1-2 people ratio.

Wilderness Heli-Fly Fishing Package: Available October through to April. This is the ultimate fly fishing experience for the more competent angler. The often trophy-sized Rainbow and Brown trout can be sighted in the crystal clear streams, challenging the fisherman's skills with either a dry fly or nymph. 'Catch and release' is the practice on these Rivers. Included is a full day fly fishing with a guide, all fishing gear including waders, helicopter tranfers and lunches. Wilderness Fly Fishing licences and landing fees will apply on Heli-Fishing excursions - these vary depending on location.

If you have a specific location you would like to fish, speak to our team today and we can make that dream come to fruition. Phone 07 3780623 or email enquiries@chrisjolly.co.nz