LOCATION
Nelson District - South Island, New Zealand

SEASON
October 1 through April 30

CAPACITY
Group sizes can range from 2 to 6 anglers

SPECIES
Brown and rainbow trout

GENERAL INFORMATION
Globe Trouters is located on the North end of the South Island, in what is known as the Nelson region. Close to several of the most popular National Parks in the country - Nelson Lakes, Kahurangi, and Abel Tasman National Parks - this region has become one of the top destinations for travelers and destination anglers in the country.

LENGTH OF STAY
While we can accommodate trips and itineraries of any length, we suggest a trip length of at least a week to ten days. With a long international flight of 14+ hours, you will not want to rush home!

THE FISHING
The fishing in this part of New Zealand is in many ways much more like hunting than typical trout fishing. And, while stalking wild browns and rainbows in the exceptionally clear waters of this region can be one of fly fishing’s more challenging scenarios, it is almost always worth the effort. The Nelson area has a very large number of pristine rivers boasting wild browns and rainbows that average 3 to 5 pounds. More often than not you will be fishing in totally privacy, completely alone with just you and your guide. Each trout will present a new set of challenges, be it casting and presenting your fly in just the right spot, or merely seeing the fish that your guide has spotted for you. Typically, your guide locates and spots the fish, moves you into a stealthy position, and sets you up for the shot. This kind of team effort used to catch "Mr. Big" is the classic "Kiwi fishing experience." Fly size will be larger and tippets can usually be heavier for these trout. Since giant cicadas, mayflies, and caddis make up the majority of the New Zealand trout's diet, you will often fish with big dries or medium sized classics like Parachute Adams, caddis, or Royal Wulffs. If fishing subsurface, you will typically nymph "kiwi" style – a method that includes an indicator fly (a yarn indicator with a hook in it) with double tungsten nymphs below. You will always be fishing to trout that have been spotted, versus “blind casting” into riffles or runs. 

When fishing with Globe Trouters, access to the rivers can range from simply walking out the front door of the sheep station where you may be staying, to helicopter flights into the remote backcountry. The guided helicopter trips – though a bit more money – offer the option of putting you on rivers with no footprints and large, willing trout that rarely see an angler. These “heli-trips” can be arranged on a daily basis or for multi-day camping excursions. Weather is always a factor when it comes to fishing, but having the helicopter at your fingertips gives you the flexibility to move quickly when a particular river has become un-fishable (offering you more options when the rivers blow out!)

THE LODGING
For backcountry wilderness trips, Globe Trouters utilizes a variety of lodging options, including sheep stations (wilderness ranches,) backcountry huts, and tent camping. All camping equipment, sleeping bags, and other gear are provided in each package.

RATES & DETAILS 2009
The following prices are for the most common itineraries based out of Nelson, South island sheep station.

4 Days/ 5 nights (no helicopter flights)
$2,500 per angler based on double occupancy
$3,200 per angler based on single occupancy

4 days/ 5 nights (1 helicopter flight)
$3,200 per angler based on double occupancy
$4,200 per angler based on single occupancy

4 days/ 5 nights (2 helicopter flights)
$4,000 per angler based on double occupancy
$5,800 per angler based on single occupancy

6 days/ 7 nights (no helicopter flights)
$3,100 per angler based on double occupancy
$4,000 per angler based on single occupancy

6 days/ 7 nights (1 helicopter flight)
$3,900 per angler based on double occupancy
$4,800 per angler based on single occupancy

6 days/ 7 nights (2 helicopter flights)
$4,700 per angler based on double occupancy
$6,400 per angler based on single occupancy

WHAT’S INCLUDED
All lodging on the South Island, all meals, guided fishing, helicopter flights (as determined by package,) all flies, terminal tackle, rental rods, drinks, alcoholic beverages, and ground transportation upon arrival in Nelson.

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED
International travel to domestic base, New Zealand fishing license ($86.00 N.Z.), New Zealand departure tax ($25.00 N.Z.) and gratuities for staff and guides.

DEPOSIT INFORMATION
A 50% deposit (per angler) of the total package cost for each trip is due to Yellow Dog Flyfishing Adventures (YDFA) within 10 days of booking to secure the reservation. Guides and dates cannot be held or reserved without a deposit. YDFA reserves the right to charge a handling fee of $100 per person for date changes after the initial reservation has been made. Full payment is due 90 days prior to departure.

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
A valid passport is required for all visitors to New Zealand and must be valid for at least six (6) months beyond the duration of your stay. Citizens of the U.S., the British Commonwealth, and Canada, are NOT required to have Visas. Upon leaving New Zealand there is a $25.00 (N.Z. dollar) departure tax.

NON-ANGLING ACTIVITIES
Trekking (hiking), sheep station tours, bunji-jumping, river jet-boat tours, rafting, mountain and tour biking, bird watching, horseback riding, sea kayaking, surfing, fiordland tours, golf, tennis, beachcombing, sailing, shopping, vineyard tours and wine tasting, ecotourism packages, and visiting Maori cultural centers are just some of the many activities available for the non-angler visiting New Zealand.

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