South Island Fly Fishing
Dean Whaanga
Professional Fishing Guide
Embark on a thrilling South Island fly fishing journey with Dean Whaanga, an experienced angler and guide.
Explore the pristine rivers, lakes, and streams, and discover the art of fly fishing in the stunning landscapes of New Zealand’s South Island.
South Island Fly Fishing
“When it comes to fly fishing, there is no place like New Zealand… being able to do this with a professional guide with the knowledge, experience, and instincts of the highest degree… well, let’s just say it doesn’t get any better.”
Full Day South Island NZ Fly Fishing Only Package
A Full Day, 8:30 to 5:30pm, transport,
professional guiding, tuition, lunch and non-alcoholic drinks inclusive.
2025/26 Season
FULL DAY:
1 or 2 Anglers, 1 Guide $1100.00* per day
Transfers are $450 each trip
Gear and tackle available to hire as required
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GUIDING ONLY INCLUSIONS
Guiding based on:
1 or 2 ANGLERS
Pricing in NZD
Full Days professional guiding, 8:30 to 5:30pm
Transport, tuition, lunch and non-alcoholic drinks.
Transfers to and from Queenstown Airport $450 each way per vehicle.
Accommodation can be quoted separate to guiding.
GUIDING EXCLUSIONS
Fishing Licences and Tackle, Dinners are Optional, International Airfares
Accommodation
1 pax – 1 Room – $350
2 pax – 1 Room – $450
2 pax – 2 Room – $550
3 pax – 2 room – $650
4 pax – 2 Room – $750
Twin Share prices are Per Person
Includes
Healthy breakfasts & home cooked Dinner
Exceptional Fly Fishing and Country Style Accommodation. Located a short distance to the Mataura River renowned for abundant Brown Trout.
Your NZ trout fishing accommodation at Mataura River Lodge offers peace and comfort for the weary angler, with an abundance of local Rivers and a chance to hook on to your trophy NZ trout.
Dean and Fiona have established Mataura River Lodge in Riversdale, Southland, located just 5 minutes drive from the Mataura River…the Brown Trout Capital of the World.
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Mataura River Lodge offers dinner/bed and breakfast and has extensive vegetable and flower gardens.
Fiona is a great cook and you will enjoy her homestyle, homegrown meals
Embarking on a fly fishing journey with Dean Whaanga on New Zealand’s South Island is an opportunity of a lifetime. From world-class fishing locations to personalized guidance and a commitment to conservation.
Dean ensures that every angler’s experience is exceptional.
Book your South Island fly fishing adventure with Dean Whaanga today and create lasting memories in one of the most captivating fly fishing destinations on the planet.
There are 30 rivers/streams within 30 minutes of the Lodge and road trips throughout the South Island are also an option.
Join Dean on an a fly fishing trip of a lifetime in New Zealand\’s South Island with the greatest sight fishing to the best fighting and wildest brown and rainbow trout in the world.
Born and bred on the South Island Dean\’s local knowledge is exceptional and he will cater the best experience to suit your needs.
His patient and supportive guidance ensures that every angler feels comfortable and empowered on the water.
Create lasting memories in one of the most captivating fly fishing destinations on the planet.
South Island fly fishing
is about sight fishing to wild trout and the quantity of streams to fish is really astonishing.
South Island New Zealand
Dean Whaanga offers the ultimate in fly fishing for sighted big trout and small flies.
South Island Fly Fishing with Dean Whaanga — World-Class Trout Adventures
World class sight fishing for trophy trout. With Dean Whaanga you can take your pick of amazing fly fishing rivers in the South Island, all accessible and within close proximity of each other and the Mataura River Lodge.
New Zealand’s South Island is about as excellent as it gets for fly fishing for trout. You’ll find the best sight fishing for big trout using small flies — pristine water, stunning scenery, and wild trout that keep anglers coming back year after year.
