Taupo Lake Adventures – Bravado III
Taupo Lake Adventures invites you on a fishing trip to remember. You will explore the majestic scenery of the Taupo Lake in New Zealand and get to fish for Trout. In the words of Captain Nick, 'the fishing pressure is low, the Trout are big, and the scenery is breathtaking.' All this is possible year round. And, it's suitable for families with kids and serious veteran fishermen. Here you will find a tasty tablefare.
Captain Nick is an experienced angler. He's been fishing for Trout since he was a young boy and could hold the rod. The past thirty years have seen him fishing around the Lake Taupo fisheries. Numerous repeat customers confirm his expertise and professionalism. Just have a look at the photos, and you'll know what we're talking about.
You will be fishing from a 37' Markline flybridge named 'Bravado III'. She is powered by two 210 HP Volvo Penta engines. The boat is fitted with navigational electronics, has a flush toilet, kitchen, a bed, as well as Scotty downriggers, and an ice box. Onboard, you will find an assortment a quality tackle and rods.
As you go fishing for Trout, you can try harling, deep trolling, and jigging. Captain Nick is versed in these techniques and will land you a hand if you're a beginner. Novice anglers will learn as the trip goes. Depending on where you want to go, you could be fishing within 10 to 20 minutes of the departure. And, if you're having a blast and want to extend the trip, you can. Children are welcome to join the chase.
You don't need to bring the gear - the crew will take care of that. There is complimentary coffee and tea onboard. You should bring your own food and snacks, as well as other drinks. Fishing licenses are required. Captain can provide you with fishing licenses at $25 per adult angler or $5 for a child angler.
Put on adequate clothes and footwear, and bring a camera. The crew will pack and clean your catch so you can take it home, and they can vacuum it and smoke it, if you'd like.
Taupo Lake Adventures invites you on a fishing trip to remember. You will explore the majestic scenery of the Taupo Lake in New Zealand and get to fish for Trout. In the words of Captain Nick, 'the fishing pressure is low, the Trout are big, and the scenery is breathtaking.' All this is possible year round. And, it's suitable for families with kids and serious veteran fishermen. Here you will find a tasty tablefare.
Captain Nick is an experienced angler. He's been fishing for Trout since he was a young boy and could hold the rod. The past thirty years have seen him fishing around the Lake Taupo fisheries. Numerous repeat customers confirm his expertise and professionalism. Just have a look at the photos, and you'll know what we're talking about.
You will be fishing from a 37' Markline flybridge named 'Bravado III'. She is powered by two 210 HP Volvo Penta engines. The boat is fitted with navigational electronics, has a flush toilet, kitchen, a bed, as well as Scotty downriggers, and an ice box. Onboard, you will find an assortment a quality tackle and rods.
As you go fishing for Trout, you can try harling, deep trolling, and jigging. Captain Nick is versed in these techniques and will land you a hand if you're a beginner. Novice anglers will learn as the trip goes. Depending on where you want to go, you could be fishing within 10 to 20 minutes of the departure. And, if you're having a blast and want to extend the trip, you can. Children are welcome to join the chase.
You don't need to bring the gear - the crew will take care of that. There is complimentary coffee and tea onboard. You should bring your own food and snacks, as well as other drinks. Fishing licenses are required. Captain can provide you with fishing licenses at $25 per adult angler or $5 for a child angler.
Put on adequate clothes and footwear, and bring a camera. The crew will pack and clean your catch so you can take it home, and they can vacuum it and smoke it, if you'd like.
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Erica Dunford5.0VerifiedBeautiful day on the lake!
Half Day Trip - Trout Fishing (PM) on May 27, 2026 • 6 adultsThank you for a wonderful day! Cap’n Nick was the perfect fishing guide. The boat was clean and comfortable and even had a bathroom. We were out on the lake for 3 hrs and had perfect weather. Our boys loved reeling in the large trout. We caught 5 trout which Nick cleaned up for us. We took them back to our apartment and cooked up a feast. Thank you for a memorable experience! Highly recommend!!
Raewyn Palenski5.0Verifiedgrandson says best bd ever
Half Day Trip - Trout Fishing (PM) on September 5, 2026 • 2 adultsdid the trip for grandsons 11 th birthday. his mates said best party they had been invited to. grandson will not stop thanking me…experiences over fairy bread and ice cream anytime. a trip to remember for all.
Amy Wang5.0VerifiedDefinitely the best
Extended Half Day (AM) on August 21, 2026 • 8 adults • 2 childrenThis was definitely our number 1 fishing trip so far in Lake Taupo. Took home 9 fish! Everyone has fun. Thank you Captain Nick! We will see you again!
Rachel O'donnell5.0Verifiedwe had a great time
Catch & Go (AM) on July 15, 2026 • 3 adults • 2 childrenlovely time out on the boat with captain nick
Taniora Kaiwai5.0VerifiedHad a awesome trip. 👍🏾
Half Day Trip - Trout Fishing (AM) on May 31, 2026 • 9 adults • 2 children
Raewyn Brown5.0Verifiedbilly’s birthday charter
Catch & Go (AM) on January 18, 2026 • 7 adults • 3 childrentook the whanau out to celebrate Billys bday. The experience was amazing the captain was awesome. we went home with enough trout to share
Les Tulley5.0Verifiedcaught a pb rainbow
Half Day Trip - Trout Fishing (PM) on January 2, 2026 • 2 adultscaught my pb rainbow and 9 other really good trout
Kiljong Yoo5.0VerifiedDecember fishing trip
Half Day Trip - Trout Fishing (PM) on December 28, 2025 • 9 adults • 3 children
Caine Smith5.0VerifiedBoys first fishing charter
Catch & Go (PM) on January 14, 2025 • 3 adults • 1 childBoys and I were stoked we didn’t have an overcrowded boat and they caught 3 rainbow trout which we had cooked up by Vine and it was delicious. Thanks Nick
Dave Steindorf5.0VerifiedFour Generations Fishing Trip
Half Day Trip - Trout Fishing (PM) on February 14, 2025 • 11 adults • 4 childrenCaptain Nick was great. All the grand-kids caught fish. Great Grand Pa was smiles from ear to ear.
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We had a great time and Nicks fishing knowledge and expertise led to us going home happy fishers. We had a perfect morning fishing, no luck at first but we were surprised with double hookups a few times. Nick had a busy time garhing lines and fish. His boat, Bravado 3, was very spacious and comfortable for our group of four. Anyone of any age would enjoy the experience and we have no hesitation recommending the addition of a fishing charter with Nick to their itinerary. A great experience all round!! Nick even cleaned out catch for us which wasn't expected but greatly appreciated. Cheers Nick!!
Thank you for a wonderful day! Cap’n Nick was the perfect fishing guide. The boat was clean and comfortable and even had a bathroom. We were out on the lake for 3 hrs and had perfect weather. Our boys loved reeling in the large trout. We caught 5 trout which Nick cleaned up for us. We took them back to our apartment and cooked up a feast. Thank you for a memorable experience! Highly recommend!!
What a wonderful way to spend a couple of holiday hours on the lake with my granddaughter. She caught her first rainbow trout within minutes of the lines going down and she was so delighted. Our skipper, Nick, knew where to go and how to get the rainbows to bite. We caught quite a few between us, returning the smaller ones so they can grow bigger, but we still went home with a few decent feeds in the bin. Can’t thank Nick enough for his skill and efforts and for a very comfortable boating/fishing experience.
We were a party of seven and the boat size was more than adequate. The captain was friendly and his experience landed us four fish in the space of a two hour trip which, given the time of year, was very good fishing. I would highly recommend booking Bravado 111 for a great day out in lovely lake Taupo.
did the trip for grandsons 11 th birthday. his mates said best party they had been invited to. grandson will not stop thanking me…experiences over fairy bread and ice cream anytime. a trip to remember for all.
