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Nothing beats the ultimate fishing experience of hunting for big game. For any fisherman looking to tackle one of the toughest and most rewarding challenges in the sport, New Zealand, already one of the best countries to fish in - offering everything from secluded lakes and river fishing to chartered boats - it is home to some of the best big game fishing spots in the world. Charter boat companies charge different rates depending on size and location. Keep in mind the number of people in your group and what region of the country you want to fish in. Charter boat sizes for the area vary in size and price, meaning you could spend anywhere from $3,000 to $11,000 for a week on the water. 1. Well known for its fishing charter experiences, the Coromandal is a great place to get out on the water. Great for a small party of four looking to get away for a weekend, with prices running close to $450 for a half day fishing 2. The Bay of Islands is known for Blue and Striped Marlin during the summer months. Another hotspot to access from Auckland.Don’t wait – charter yourself a boat and check out some of these top gaming fishing spots this year for your next big catch. 3. Forty miles northwest of the tip of New Zealand, Three Kings Island might be a long ride from Auckland, but the big Marlin that live there are well worth the trip. 4. Great Barrier Island, north east of Auckland, is great during summer for Tuna and Marlin. Snapper and Kingfish are also common to the area. 5. Marlborough is home to a few different boat charter companies that will take you out around Marlborough Sounds in search of big game fish. With the local wine and cuisine waiting for you after a long day, towns like Picton make for the perfect location to base your week on the water. We are one of the leading big game fishing charter boats for hire in Auckland. 6. Golden Bay boasts charter companies operated by locals with great knowledge of the area. Get the added edge with little-known fishing hot spots and relax at the end of the day on the bay’s beautiful golden beaches. 7. The waters off of Akaroa make for a great place to take a chartered boat that caters for all skill levels. Enjoy the local restaurants after a long day on the water - Akaroa is well known for its hospitality. The town is also an hour and a half from New Zealand’s second biggest city, Christchurch, which has great accommodation, restaurants and is a holiday destination in itself for those interested. 8. Just south of the South Island, Stewart Island boat charters offer a fishing experience like no other on the area’s unpolluted waters. A little bit more costly - $700 for a half day and $1200 for a full day - but travelling the waters less travelled with great local knowledge is worth the extra.
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