Ray is very knowledgeable, as well as personable. He’ll do everything he can to help you catch fish. Beyond that, he’s just a great guy and became what I consider my friend by the end of the trip! I’ve been fly fishing for a long time but still learned new things. Caught plenty of fish and learned a lot about NZ in the process. At the end of the day I had a new friend and felt like I had been fishing with a friend all day. Go with Ray!

Cannot say enough about our day on the river with Captain Ray. Not only was the scenery beautiful on our drive there and the hour drive back but Ray was very knowledgeable and super patient. My husband and I had done a small bit of flyfishing, but ray was a great teacher. Caught 2 big rainbow trout and crossed it off the bucket list. River and woods beautiful .  Would highly recommend.

Ray was really flexible for us on short notice. He had great communication in the days leading up to the trip. He’s personable and takes great pride in getting his clients set up for success. Really knowledgeable about the area and what the fish like to feed on. He gave my wife some great tips of advice that she will be able to take home and build upon. Thanks again Ray!!

After meeting up and got our gear on, we went to a beautiful river site. With skill and patience, Ray instructed us well throughout the day. He gave us pointers and helpful advice whenever needed, to hone our fishing skills and techniques. Catches of brown trout as well as rainbow trout made the trip superb!🤩 Will definitely go again next time we visit!!

We had an awesome day with Ray Nelson of Rotorua And Taupo Fly Fishing. Communication was fast and clear. Ray picked my son and I up and took us just outside of town to a small stream with excellent fishing. He was knowledgable and patient with my less experienced son. The gear was great and we really enjoyed talking with Ray while fishing. The fishing was great. In only a few hours we got into many fish and landed 7 beautiful rainbows. Couldn’t ask for a better day and a nicer guide.