Albion Lodge, North Island, New Zealand



The lodge is set in a beautiful garden with views over Lake Taupo, New Zealand’s largest lake, and internationally acknowledged as one of the best trout fisheries in the world. The variety of fishing in this area is immense as the use of nearly all modes of transportation are used, 4x4, boat, fixed-wing aircraft and helicopter.

Imagine fishing in crystal clear streams and rivers where you can see your prey before you cast. These are stocked by one of the best self renewing sources of trout in the world. Taupo is fortunate in having a lake that that is abundant with wild trout. The food supply is so plentiful that the trout grow to sizes only seen in few other parts of the world, and in numbers so plentiful that the fishery is totally self sustaining. The last time it was stocked was in 1898! This means that all the rivers and streams flowing into the lake are well stocked each year by the spawning runs, making for excellent fishing. The lake's main food sources are koura (a fresh water crayfish), green bullies and smelt.

Fly fishing the streams is excellent, with both dry and wet flies. Streams are low, so wading is easy. The waters are very clear, so the trout are very visible but very selective so careful stalking and delicate presentation with small nymphs and dries required on small streams. Some good wet fly and streamer fishing continuing at stream mouths where they flow into the lake. Also start of the spawning runs for Browns in the Tongariro. This is a very popular time for visiting anglers and most good lodges are already pre-booked by January for the peak season.

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Pricing: Prices are in New Zealand dollars!

	Full day guided fly-fishing trip. For 1 or 2 anglers. Includes, transportation, flies, leader and tippet, lunch and beverages.
	One nights lodging for 2 anglers. Includes local Taupo transportation, breakfast, 3 course dinner and pre drink, access to tackle room and facilities.
	Prices are subject to change, contact us for current pricing and availability.

Species	Season(Best)	Location
Wild Rainbow trout	All Year (Jan.-May)	Lake Taupo region
Wild Brown trout	All Year (Jan.-May)	Lake Taupo region

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