Lake Series

3 Hour Fishing Experience ⭐ Most Popular

From $405 per person · Small groups · All gear included

Perfect for beginners, families, and first-time anglers.
More time on the lake means a better chance of catching trout.

Most first-time guests choose the 3 hour option for the best experience.

3 Hours (approx.)
Season - All year
Queenstown - Book online
Glenorchy - On request
Softbaiting & Trolling
Rainbow / Brown Trout & Salmon
2-6 adults per boat
Experience - Beginner to Advanced
MNZ Maritime Certified Skippers

Ready to explore a bit more of the lake – and your fishing skills?
Our 3-Hour Shared Fishing Charter takes you further afield to some of Lake Wakatipu’s top fishing spots. Ideal for both beginners and experienced anglers, this trip offers the perfect mix of hands-on action and stunning scenery.

Learn new techniques, pick up expert tips from your skipper, and enjoy over an hour cruising through breathtaking alpine landscapes.
A shared adventure with a small group of fellow fishers – it’s social, scenic, and seriously good fishing.

Why choose the 3hr charter:

✔ Best choice for first-time anglers
✔ More time = higher catch success
✔ Queenstown’s most popular fishing trip

🎣 Your next adventure starts here.
explore. fish. repeat.

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From $405 per person

Small groups. Limited daily spots – early bookings recommended.

More information

Pick Up / Opening

  • Frankton Marina – Please meet on wharf at berth B02 just behind the KJet booking office – Sugar Lane, Frankton
  • 9:00am; 1:00pm
  • Glenorchy Marina – Please meet at the boat ramp – Benmore Place, Glenorchy
  • 9:00am; 1:00pm

Drop Off / Closing

  • Frankton Marina – Sugar Lane, Frankton
  • 12:00pm; 4:00pm
  • Glenorchy Marina – Benmore Place, Glenorchy
  • 12:00pm; 4:00pm

Inclusions

  • Fishing gear
  • Safety equipment
  • Snacks, refreshments
  • Safety and fishing training
  • Keep a legal catch where current Fish & Game regulations allow. Your skipper will explain the applicable limits on the day.

Exclusions

  • Fishing license are available online here – fishandgame.org.nz/licences/
  • Fishing license can also be purchased onboard
  • Alcohol – feel free to bring your own (Please drink responsibly, no spirits)

Family & Child Policy

  • Children aged 6–12 receive 40% off the adult price on shared lake charters.
  • Children aged five and under can join free of charge.
  • Please contact us before booking with very young children so we can recommend the safest and most enjoyable option.

Booking schedule

This product has a minimum 4hr notice for online bookings, if you would like to make a booking inside this time frame please call or text +64 21 904 462

3 Hour Fishing Experience is subject to a minimum of 2 adults or equivalent value to confirm, 4 passengers on NZ public holidays. If you have booked for one person you maybe wait listed, please call the night before to confirm your charter is going ahead.
Capacity: 6 Adults (mixed groups) per boat

• All prices shown are in NZD.
• A 15% surcharge applies on New Zealand public holidays.

QUESTIONS BEFORE BOOKING?

Visit our Fishing FAQs for information about licences, equipment, children, weather and choosing the right trip.

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