Fishmeister’s fishing charters cover the east coast of Northland and Auckland’s Hauraki Gulf.
Our purpose built fishing boat can comfortably accommodate up to 6 people actively fishing at any time on fishing charters and is well equipped to find where the fish are. We can provide whatever equipment you need, or you can bring your own – it’s up to you.
We fish for a variety of species including Snapper, Kahawai, Gurnard, John Dory and Tarakihi through to larger species such as Kingfish and we have some outstanding fishing spots on our doorstep. Check out where we’ve been fishing lately.
For reasons of safety and comfort, our fishing trips do not cater for children, unless they have a considerable amount of boat fishing experience. See Terms and Conditions for further information about children on board.
Our fishing charters leave from Mangawhai (80 minutes north of Auckland)
Hen & Chickens / Bream Head
Taranga Island is right in front of us as we head out of Mangawhai Harbour and over the Mangawhai bar.
It’s part of the Hen & Chickens group of islands, situated about halfway between Bream Head and Bream Tail. The island is a nature reserve and sea life around is abundant.
This is an ideal spot for catching that prize snapper, or enjoying the excitement of catching kahawai without having to travel too far.
Half day (approx. 5 hours) $700 for up to 4 people
Full day (8-9 hours) $1100 for up to 4 people
Extra guests $75 each (half day) $100 each (full day) – maximum of 6 guests in total
Note that rods/tackle are not included but are available to hire at $20 per person (includes selection of rods).
Bait/berley/ice is also not included but we are happy to provide this at $25 per person.
Approximate travel time 30 minutes, weather dependent
Mokohinau Islands
The Mokohinaus are at the outer edge of the Hauraki Gulf and early morning is the best time for fishing there, so expect an early wake up!
Regardless of the species you are targeting, our fishing methods include jigging, trawling, stick baiting, soft baiting, straylining etc.
Your skipper knows these waters and will be able to recommend the best methods for the weather and season.
Full day only (8-9 hours) $1450 for up to 4 people
Extra guests $100 each – maximum of 6 guests in total
Note that rods/tackle are not included but are available to hire at $20 per person (includes selection of rods).
Bait/berley/ice is also not included but we are happy to provide this at $25 per person.
Great Barrier Island
This is our absolute favourite destination for both fishing and scenery. While Great Barrier can be reached as a day trip from Mangawhai, we highly recommend staying overnight.
We can take you there for an overnight stay at one of the lodges, before waking early to catch the best of the fishing. Talk to us about the options available.
Full day $1600 for up to 4 people
Extra guests $100 each – maximum 6 guests in total
Overnight or longer On request
Note that rods/tackle are not included but are available to hire at $20 per person (includes selection of rods).
Bait/berley/ice is also not included but we are happy to provide this at $25 per person.
Approximate travel time 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours, weather dependent
Photo courtesy Beverley Davidson
Finding fish isn’t left to chance
Fishmeister is fitted with a 1kilowatt sonar transducer that enables us to locate fish at depth, while travelling at speed. Our Raymarine radar “bird mode” allows us to pick up bird workups many kilometres away – perfect for those fish boil ups.
Getting here from Auckland or Whangarei
For a day’s fishing charter, it’s hard to beat Mangawhai and this part of Northland for scenery and consistent fishing. It’s just an 80 minute drive north from Auckland and 60 minutes south of Whangarei.