Fish for Brown & Rainbow Trout

Undoubtedly fly fishing for the wild Brown and Rainbow Trout of New Zealand's South Island is challenging yet incredibly rewarding. These rivers and lakes boast some of the best dry fly and sight fishing in the world. This is not fishing this is hunting trout and will test your stalking and casting ability like never before. Expert guidance is highly recommended when fly fishing in New Zealand and vast local knowledge will take you a long way toward your dream fly fishing experience.

Southern Rivers Fly Fishing will cater for anglers of all levels. But if you are an experienced fly fisher you need to have your A-Game on when you hit these waters, as many anglers have witnessed how unforgiving New Zealand trophy trout are. Southern Rivers Fly Fishing offer a range of package options from single day expeditions, overnight wilderness expeditions through to the exhilarating heli fishing trips. Whatever you decide to do Southern Rivers will take care of you from the moment you step off the plane to the moment you reluctantly step back on it.

Half Day Guided Fly Fishing Trips

  • 1 or 2 people
  • Transport (4WD) to and from your accommodation
  • Tasty snacks, hot and cold drinks provided
  • Full fly fishing equipment provided including custom flies, tippet and additional clothing (waders and footwear available in most sizes)
Dry Fly
Half Day Fishing Trips

Full Day Guided Fly Fishing Trips

  • 1 or 2 people per guide
  • Transport (4WD) to and from your accommodation
  • Healthy lunch and refreshments provided
  • Full fly fishing equipment provided including custom flies, tippet and additional clothing (waders and footwear available in most sizes)
Dry Fly
Full Day Guided South Island Fishing

Overnight/Multi Day Guided Fly Fishing Trips

  • Truly New Zealand backcountry experience for the adventurous fly fisherman
  • Private back country hut accommodation
  • Camp out beside the river
  • Delicious wilderness cuisine and beverages provided
  • Full fly fishing equipment provided including custom flies, tippet and additional clothing (waders and footwear available in most sizes)
Dry Fly
Camp & fish overnight

The Ultimate Heli Fly Fishing Adventure

  • Access remote backcountry rivers with ease
  • Experience the spectacular South Island scenery from the air
  • These trips are a once in a lifetime experience and showcase New Zealand’s mind blowing scenery
  • Full fly fishing equipment provided including custom flies, tippet and additional clothing (waders and footwear available in most sizes)
Dry Fly
Guided Heli Trips to catch the fish

Beginner and Half Day Tuition

  • Tuition accommodates anglers who are just starting out through to the highly accomplished angler
  • Half day tuition packages include practical experience and time on the water fly fishing to trout
  • Full fly fishing equipment provided including custom flies, tippet and additional clothing (waders and footwear available in most sizes)
Dry Fly
Jake Berry Professional Fly Fishing Guide

Guided Night Fly Fishing on the Clutha River

  • A unique night time fly fishing experience
  • A highly productive fly fishing method for catching large wild brown and rainbow trout
  • 1 person per guide (for safety reasons)
  • Transport (4WD) to and from your accommodation
  • Full fly fishing equipment provided including custom flies, tippet and additional clothing (waders and footwear available in most sizes)
Dry Fly

Private one on one Fly Tying Clinics

  • Available year round
  • Please contact Southern Rivers Fly Fishing for more information
Dry Fly

Arrangements for Groups

Southern Rivers Fly Fishing can provide guiding for groups of up to 8 people. Accommodation, meals, transport and other activities can also be arranged as required. Individual quotes are available.

Landing a large trout
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