For the ultimate fishing experience
Kaikoura is the only seaside town where the mountains meet the sea, and it has one of the most diverse marine environments in the world. The South Island township sits right under the mountains, only a short distance from the deep underwater Kaikoura canyons - home to many marine mammals like the mighty sperm whale, dolphins and seals, and a vast array of sea birds including the spectacular Royal Albatross. We're lucky to have some of the best waters for fishing charters that New Zealand has to offer. Our Kaikoura fishing charters can be tailor made to suit, with all gear supplied. We also offer exclusive charters.
Our trips:
2.5 Hour Trip - $180 per adult. Blue Cod and Perch.
4 Hour Trip - $220 per adult. Blue Cod and Perch.
Kids under 8 free · 8-11 half price · 12 and over full price.
Day Trip - $2,000. 8-hour deep water Groper and Blue Nose charter, reserve by email or phone only.
Please note: NZ Fisheries have closed the Kaikoura Crayfishery from 1 June - 1 October 2026.
Type of Vessel: Osprey 850 Hard Top with a 300 hp 4 stroke Yamaha Construction: Aluminium Equipment: The Rodfather operates under the New Zealand Safe Ship Management Policy (MSA number) and carries all safety and navigational equipment including full electronics, sounder, GPS and radar as required by Maritime New Zealand.
We offer two hour fishing and Cray fishing trips which are great for beginners and famlies. The target species are Cray fish, Perch and Blue Cod. Our four hour trips are great for the more experienced fish'os with Crayfish Perch and Blue cod the taget species. Depending on fishing location we can do deep drops where Ling, Blue Nose or Hoki can be found. Our deep water trips are 8 hour with up to 6 people. Depending on the time of year the target species are Groper , Blue Nose, Ling and Bluefin Tuna .
