For the ultimate fishing experience
Kaikoura is the only seaside town where the mountains meet the sea. Kaikoura has one of the most diverse marine environments in the world. The south island township is located right under the mountains and only a short distance from the deep under water Kaikoura canyons. This is the home of many marine mammals like the mighty sperm whale, dolphins and seals a vast array of sea birds like the spectacular Royal Albatross. We are lucky to have some of the best waters for fishing charters that New Zealand has to offer. Our Kaikoura fishing charters vary, can be tailor made to suit with all gear supplied. We also offer exclusive charters. One very popular trip is the two hour which the target species are Blue Cod, Perch and of course the Kaikoura delicacy Crayfish or Lobster. Other fishing trips can be 3 or 4 hours for Blue Cod Perch and Crayfish. Also an 8-hour deep water Groper and Blue Nose charter, fishing to depths as deep as 400 meters. To enjoy the ultimate fishing adventure and charters in Kaikoura with the Rodfather please contact us or call us on 027 8946677 or email us at kaikourarodfather@gmail.com
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 .
