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New Zealand Fly Fishing & Outdoor Family Adventures

New Zealand trout fishing at its best.


Experience an unforgettable all-inclusive fly-fishing trip in the back country of New Zealand. Accessible only by helicopter or a four-hour hike.


With rivers so clear, you can see the fish swim past. The pristine wilderness, deep glassy pools and surging rapids make for a fishing adventure like no other.

Trout fishing on the Mohaka River


The upper Mohaka River supports healthy populations of rainbow and brown trout with average weights of 4lb and plenty of challenging trophy-size trout to get the adrenaline pumping.


Stay at the Waiokaka Lodge, just a stones through from the Mohaka River, which is accessible by helicopter or a four-hour hike.



Trout fishing on the Ripia River


Head out into the crystal clear waters of the Ripia River. Upstream from the Mohaka, you'll find large, healthy brown and rainbow trout aplenty.

 

The Upper Ripia Hut provides comfortable, family-friendly accommodation for up to six people. It has a hot shower, flush toilet, fully equipped kitchen and solar power.


The Lower Ripia Hut is a four-bunk backcountry style rustic hut with basic facilities.


Book your helicopter fishing trip and make some lasting memories

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Upgrade your experience and hire a fishing guide


If it’s a weekend getaway or a bucket list trip, our sought after guides will help maximise your catch. They'll show you the best fishing spots and how to improve your technique. 


Ahimanawa Fishing Price List

 Prices are valid until 30 June 2022

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Waiokaka Lodge (Mohaka River)

No. of people Helicopter Access Fee (Year Round)
per load per person/night
1 - 3 $1,100 $105*
4 - 5 $1,500 $105*

Upper Ripia (Ripia River)

No. of people Helicopter Access Fee (Jun to Feb) Access Fee (Mar to May)
per load per person/night per person/night
1 - 3 $1,100 $80 $105
4 - 5 $1,500 $80 $105

Lower Ripia (Ripia River)

No. of people Helicopter Access Fee (Jun to Feb) Access Fee (Mar to May)
per load per person/night per person/night
1 - 3 $1,240 $80 $105
4 - 5 $1,660 $80 $105
  • Maximum 7 nights per booking, children under 16 are free but a minimum of two land fees per night apply.
  • Some Maori Land Trusts do not allow dogs and limit parties to maximum 4 persons so ask when you book.
  • All April bookings require a $ 400 non- refundable deposit by the end of November each year. If the booking is cancelled, giving at least 60 days’ notice the deposit can be transferred to another booking. 
  • With all April bookings, you will pay land fees for the nights you book. Example if you book 7 nights you pay for 7 nights even if you only stay 6 nights.
  • All other private bookings require a $200 non – refundable deposit paid within 14 days of booking to secure dates. If the booking is cancelled giving 60 days’ notice the deposit can be transferred to another booking.
  • Parties have the right to renew their bookings for the same block and dates for the following year. But this must be done immediately after their trip. It’s your responsibility to ensure you are rebooked not ours. Failure to do so will mean that the block will go to the next party that book, or that may be on a waiting list.
  • We will only book private blocks up to 12 months in advance.
  • Block boundary maps will be provided for all private blocks. It is your responsibility to ensure you know the boundaries and remain in your block at all times. Block boundary maps act as trespass notices and if you are found outside your block you may be prosecuted under the “Wild Animal Control Act 1977”.
  • Strictly no night shooting or spot lighting. The use of night vision, infrared or thermal imaging gear is strictly prohibited.
  • Please remember land fees are for access to the land, huts are a bonus, hut service fee is for LPG etc.
  • Price for extra drop off or pick up add extra $ 100 for H5000 and $150 for AS350.
  • Prices are per load and include G.S.T and return flight.
  • *Waiokaka Lodge required a minimum booking value of $500.


1 - 3 passenger flights are in a Hughes 500 with a max load of 400kg.
4 - 5 passenger flights are in an AS350 with a max load of 580kg.

Helicopter Load & Capacity and Terms & Conditions


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Bookings are managed through Heli Sika. 
To check availability or request further information please use the form provided.

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