🐟🔥 Top 3 Fishing Adventures in Queenstown You Didn’t Know About
Most visitors come to Queenstown for skiing, bungy jumping, or jet boating — but did you know it’s also home to some of the best freshwater fishing adventures in New Zealand? 🎣
Whether you’re a first-time angler or a seasoned fisherman, here are 3 unique fishing experiences in Queenstown you probably didn’t know existed — and why they deserve a spot on your adventure list.
1️⃣ Exclusive Trips – 4WD, Softbait & Drift Boat Adventures
Step off the tourist trail and into exclusive fishing adventures you won’t find anywhere else.
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🚙 4WD Fly Fishing: Explore hidden alpine rivers accessed only by rugged 4WD.
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🛶 Drift Boat Fishing: Float quietly through remote valleys in our ClackaCraft drift boat “Treasure.”
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🎣 Softbait Adventures: Target hard-fighting trout with modern techniques.
These trips are all about going deeper, escaping the crowds, and experiencing New Zealand fishing in its purest form.
2️⃣ Drift Boat Fishing – America’s Style Meets Kiwi Waters
The drift boat is a purpose-built craft designed for river fishing — and we’ve brought one all the way from the USA to Queenstown.
Why it’s special:
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Glide silently around stunning South Island alpine lakes.
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Cast directly from the boat with 360° access.
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Enjoy a calm, stable platform ideal for both beginners and pros.
This is hands down one of the most scenic and peaceful ways to fish in Queenstown.
3️⃣ Cook Your Catch – From Lake/River to Plate 🍽️
Fishing isn’t just about the thrill of the catch — it’s also about sharing the reward. With our Cook Your Catch experience, you can bring your freshly caught trout to Fino Wine Bar & Restaurant, where their chefs prepare it to perfection.
It’s the perfect way to finish a day on the water — with a cold drink in hand and your own fish sizzling on the plate.
🌍 Why These Adventures?
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Unique to Queenstown (you won’t find this anywhere else in NZ)
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Perfect for both locals & international visitors
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Combine scenery, adventure, and food for the full experience
👉 Ready to Try Something New?
If you thought Queenstown was just about extreme sports, think again. These 3 fishing adventures will show you a whole new side of the region — one filled with rivers, wild trout, and unforgettable memories.
explore. fish. repeat.
Let’s get you hooked on fishing in Queenstown. 🐟
