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Tour 5:
 FISHING TOUR
Canterbury High Country Lakes Fishing
 There are many wonderful lakes in the Canterbury High Country all relatively close together, so there is always a new challenge whether spin or fly fishing - depending on wind conditions at each lake. Some lakes are fly fishing only and we are happy to advise those who would like to try their hand at this addictive sport.
Apart from the joy of fishing, the magic surroundings with wonderful reflections are just stunning. You usually have the whole lake to yourself and can spend hours just working your way around the little bays and inlets on one lake or have an hour on one before trying the next - the choice is yours. We can take you to as many places as you like, each un-crowded and with an abundance of fish.
With such wonderful clear still water it is easy for the fish to see you, but when the wind puts a ripple on the water you have a better chance of getting that big one on the bank.
Once landed you can release your catch after being photographed or take it home for tea.
With so many lakes to choose from, some lining up one after the other to be fished you will wish you could stay forever.
With many lakes not yet visited there is always another day tomorrow and a chance to land the one that got away or perhaps see the rare Southern Crested Grebe as well as White Herons that frequent the shallows.
If you have never fished before (or would like to learn the art of fly fishing) your guide is quite happy to give lessons, staying with you whilst you put into practice what you have just learnt before leaving you to enjoy the tranquility at the lake side as he retreats to a discreet distance.
If you get info difficulties your guide will come to your rescue. When you catch one he will be quickly be on hand to help you land it and of course we capture the moment for you.
Your second day can continue exploring the many lakes you won't have managed to fish or you can try your luck in one of the many braids of the large snow-fed rivers for salmon.
Many of these large rivers are also fed by nursery streams where as well as having a resident population of trout the salmon come to spawn in the autumn.
One such stream has crystal clear water where you can see the salmon jumping the rapids. After leaving the sea and travelling a great distance up the river they find the very stream they were born in, spawn and then die, thus completing their life cycle. At such times you can hardly cross this stream without standing on them, and that is not a fishy tale! These fish can grow up to 40 lbs and of course are much sought after when they first enter the rivers when they are gleaming bars of silver. After several months of running the gauntlet with fishermen they reach their 'home' high in the mountains and wait for others to arrive before a frenzy of spawning which is quite spectacular to see in the autumn.
A journey through this wonderful high country would not be complete without morning and afternoon tea and a picnic lunch which we can have anywhere and any time - we are spoilt for choice. If the fish are biting and you are not hungry lunch can wait - our time is your time and we can do what ever, when ever you like.
We do not adhere to timetables, and if you want to fish for only a short time each day there are plenty of sights to see. Lord of the Rings country is not far away if you want to include a trip to fish the lakes in 'Middle Earth' near the film locations we are happy to take you there. There are also bush walks and scenic reserves that can be visited.
Whether you are an avid expert fisherman out to catch the big one or you just want to cast a line into a river or lake we can help make your dreams come true.
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