What would you recommend to anglers fishing in Taupo for the first time?

Experienced fly fishers should target brown trout in the Tongariro River at the southern end of Lake Taupo. It seems the big Rainbow trout are located a fair few meters below the surface (i.e. deep water) so unless you have your own boat etc, then best to charter an equipped boat.

Fishing license is a must and you can do only fly fishing in the rivers and creeks. Lake Taupo - you will need a boat to catch any fish as you can not catch anything from the banks. Lure fishing is the way to do it and no live baits. Trout size 35cm to be legal to keep.

Having fished the wilds of Montana this was pretty tame by comparison and we had never trolled for trout before. But Marty was very professional, his boat and equipment were perfect and we caught several small to medium size trout. Thanks Marty!

Lake Taupo is fantastic - beautiful, calm, and definitely plenty of fish. Marty is very helpful for new anglers, and make sure you are set up for success!

This was our first time. We went with Marty Staine and it was the perfect day out. Caught plenty of fish with Marty’s set up. Recommend going with his fishing trips.

Great guide! He has everything you need and knows where to go, walks you through your catch and is very professional as well as fun!

Go with a well known charter operator so that you learn tricks and techniques for trout fishing in the lake.

Beautiful lake with amazing scenery. Easy and quick boarding and time when you start fishing. Clean and comfortable boat

Take a warm fleece and maybe a sandwich to eat But apart from that Captain Nick did it all for us

Maybe not the most fish you'll ever catch, but they're beautiful and quite large!

Not too cold not too hot, the water are great and not too harsh. Not too sea sick

Make sure you have appropriate clothing and for ladies , gloves as it could be cold and windy