New Zealand - Southland Guided Week Adventure - Kiwi Fly Fishing

Flying directly in and out of Queenstown mainly chasing browns in streams, and staying at Hurley House in Lumsden, almost a sheep paddock from the world-renowned Oreti River, the place is, well perfect! Generally fishing easier walking streams like the Mataura and Wakaia Rivers, are abundant with fish in the 3-5lb category, whilst the larger waters such as the Oreti hold fish in the 6-10lb range. The bigger rivers can sometimes require a bit more skill and walking at times, but almost every fish is sight cast, and to me, that is what fly fishing New Zealand is all about. The ‘Lodge’ is a clean twin share environment and great for a fishing trip. It is a perfect first-time ‘NZeder’, where you will get plenty of opportunities at good quality fish in easily accessible water, the rest is up to you! I guess the main differences between our trips and others are that we use local Kiwi guides, local accommodation, and locally cooked meals, which literally involves the entire community....