Fly fishing weather - be prepared...
Our New Zealand weather is often changeable, so make sure you are prepared for temperature variations.
In spring (September, October and November) we often get changeable weather, with wind and temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 25ºC.
In summer (December to March) the weather is generally more stable, with the temperature averaging 24ºC, and longer daylight hours (up to 16 hours)
Autumn (April, May) brings us cooler mornings and evenings, with shorter days, but the weather can be very settled, with some good fly fishing to be had as the fish are in prime condition.
We have quite accurate weather forecasting, and generally can be confident of the conditions about 3 days out.

Rod
Should be 8 1/2 - 9 foot medium to fast action for line weights 5 to 7 (6 is ideal). Remember we do have balanced #6 weight rod and reel outfits for your use if you haven’t packed yours.

Reel
This needs to be reliable and capable of holding 50 yards of backing.

Line
A weight forward floating line to match your rod, with a 9 foot tapered leader attached (we add tippet to this).

Tackle
We can provide all flies, tippet etc. If you want to bring your own, let us know and we will send a list that best suits the area and time of year.

Wading gear
For summer fly fishing we either use Gore Tex waders and wading boots, or neoprene socks and wading boots if the weather is warm enough. In the winter we have chest high neoprene waders to cope with the cold. I have several sets of wading equipment to fit most sized anglers. If you can let me know your shoe size, height and approx. build when you book, this helps to get the fit right.

Footwear
Wading boots with sticky rubber soles work well. Please remember that it is not permitted to use felt soled wading shoes in NZ.

Clothing
Polypropylene or similar leggings and quick drying shorts or long travel type pants, a long sleeved shirt with collar and a brimmed or peaked hat, plus a piece of warm clothing and a rain jacket just in case the weather takes a turn for the worst. We can outfit you from our gear store if need be.

Food and drink
We supply tasty lunches, snacks, cold drinks plus plunger coffee or tea. Please let us know if you have any special requirements e.g. vegetarian

Other
Polarized glasses are a must - a copper or amber lens works best to cut glare off the water and help you see the fish. We have spares if you don't have any.