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Fishing guides in Taupō & Central Plateau

61 fishing listings for Taupō & Central Plateau, New Zealand are below: 35 guides, 11 charters, 7 tackle shops, 5 lodges, 2 casting schools and 1 creator. The lake, the Tongariro, and rainbow runs that built NZ fly fishing. The main waters are Lake Taupō, Tongariro, Waitahanui, and the fish are Rainbow trout, Brown trout. Of the 61 listed, 45 fish fly and 4 fish spin or bait; 60 work fresh water and 2 work salt. Every listing links straight to the operator's own website or contact, with no booking layer and no fee to browse. Seasons and conditions vary by water, so confirm timing with them directly.

Guides · 35Charters · 11Tackle shops · 7Lodges · 5Casting schools · 2Creator · 1Fly · 45Spin & bait · 4Freshwater · 60Saltwater · 2Trout & salmon · 60Pelagic & game · 1

The listings

61 listings
Rob Vaz

Rob Vaz

Robfish Guided Fly Fishing NZ

Professional Fly Fishing with Rob Vaz Experience world-class fly fishing with professional guide Rob Vaz, a member of the New Zealand Professional Guides Association (NZPGFA), former New Zealand National Fly Fishing Champion, and previous international representative. Raised in the Waikato, Rob has extensive experience fishing New Zealand’s premier trout waters Taupo, Rotorua and overseas. His competitive background brings proven, modern techniques to every guided trip. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced angler, Rob tailors each day to your goals—helping you improve your skills while enjoying some of New Zealand’s most beautiful trout fishing. Professional, friendly, and focused on making every day on the water memorable.

FlyFreshWalk & wade
Beginners welcomeView guide
Confirmed by the guide · September 2026

Adam Priest

TnT Guided Fly Fishing (Taranaki & Taupo)
FlyFreshWalk & wade
Independent listing· not affiliated with Reachwater

Craig Aspinall

Mark Aspinall Fly Fishing Guides / Poronui
FlyFreshWalk & wade
Independent listing· not affiliated with Reachwater

Gareth Bayliss

NG River Guides / Trout Hunting NZ
FlyFreshWalk & wade
Independent listing· not affiliated with Reachwater

Kunio Onishi

Fly Fishing Ninja
FlyFreshWalk & wade
Independent listing· not affiliated with Reachwater

Peter Wilton

Wilton Fly Fishing
FlyFreshWalk & wade
Independent listing· not affiliated with Reachwater

Rob Henderson

Riverstone Fly Fishing Guides
FlyFreshWalk & wade
Independent listing· not affiliated with Reachwater

Steve Yerex

Fly Fishing Taupo NZ
FlyFreshBoat
Independent listing· not affiliated with Reachwater

Steve Yerex

Adventure Taupo
FlyFreshWalk & wade
Independent listing· not affiliated with Reachwater

Richard Staines

White Striker Fishing Charters
CharterFly, Spin & baitFreshBoat
Independent listing· not affiliated with Reachwater

Dan Wood

Taupo Boating & Fishing Charters
CharterSpin & baitFreshBoat
Independent listing· not affiliated with Reachwater

Johan Kok

Crazy About Fly Fishing
Casting schoolFlyFreshWalk & wade
Independent listing· not affiliated with Reachwater

Rachel McNae

NZ Fly Fishing Academy
Casting schoolFlyFresh
Independent listing· not affiliated with Reachwater
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Common questions

How many fishing guides are there in Taupō & Central Plateau?

Reachwater lists 61 fishing listings for Taupō & Central Plateau: 35 guides, 11 charters, 7 tackle shops, 5 lodges, 2 casting schools and 1 creator. Each links directly to their own website or contact details.

Are all the fishing listings in Taupō & Central Plateau guides?

No. Of the 61 listings in Taupō & Central Plateau, the mix is 35 guides, 11 charters, 7 tackle shops, 5 lodges, 2 casting schools and 1 creator. Each listing is counted once, by what the business mainly sells, so these add up to 61. A tackle shop or a lodge can still run trips, and where we know that, it shows on the listing.

What fish can you catch in Taupō & Central Plateau?

Guides in Taupō & Central Plateau target Rainbow trout, Brown trout.

What are the main fishing waters in Taupō & Central Plateau?

The main waters guides fish in Taupō & Central Plateau are Lake Taupō, Tongariro, Waitahanui.

Do guides in Taupō & Central Plateau fish fly, or spin and bait?

Both. Of the 61 listings in Taupō & Central Plateau, 45 fish fly and 4 fish spin or bait, and 2 do both.

Is fishing in Taupō & Central Plateau fresh water or salt?

Freshwater. Of the 61 listings in Taupō & Central Plateau, 60 work fresh water and 2 work salt, and 2 work both.

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