Tour experience
North
The magnitude and variety of fishable water in this wide range of terrain is dream inspiring.
There are 2 main topographical features - high country foothills and the eastern slopes of the Southern Alps. The high country streams and the snow-fed headwaters of rivers have rock and stone beds. Here the clear rivers flow deceptively swiftly, with fast white water at the head of pools and runs which then flow through a succession of short, attractive gorges, limestone cliffs and beech forests. The rivers and streams hold salmon and good trout particularly in the deep well-defined holes and runs in the gorges.
In the eastern slopes and lowland Canterbury plains is the 2nd type of fishing water. Here stretching across the broad plains and tussock country leading to the Pacific coast the attractive pools in the gorges become wide, braided shingle rivers with prolific runs of salmon and trout.
The lakes in this region lie in the basins with easy shoreline access. They have tussock-covered shores and the shallow inlets have a few patches of willows. On the lowlands and river flats there are forests bordering lakes as well. Many of these lakes have land-locked salmon.
South
The snow-fed rivers are prone to flooding which result in significant course changes. This also creates a wide range of different fishing waters as the rivers change character dramatically in relatively short distances as it tumbles down the steep gradients of the Alps. In the headwaters the tributaries are swift flowing and crystal clear. The water races through majestic beech forests, beside ferns and mosses, over cascading waterfalls. The middle sections are deep with stable rapids and pools interspersed with sections of gorge and the occasional swing bridge. There are sea-run browns and prolific numbers of salmon.
After passing through the forest and gorges the rivers enter hill country and tussock grasses where you will see rabbits and probably hear the wild deer during the roaring season.
The rivers separate into several shingle braids with the extra snow-fed water contributing to the ever-changing nature of these waters crossing the Canterbury plains to the sea.
For all these variances, there are plenty of safe places to cross and wade, and the fish are generally easy to stalk and sight (… no one mentioned landing)!
Hint: weather conditions are unpredictable and change rapidly so put in your jacket regardless of how sunny it appears.
What we serve:
If you book this trip, we offer you our special Christchurch Menu which is for all Seasons. After the booking, we will send you a document where you can order your boxes.
Bread:
The seeded knot, Southern Grain, Sour dough roll and gluten-free bread are baked fresh daily by a local Christchurch baker
Seeded Knot (roll) or Sandwich - Wheatmeal or Chunky Southern Grain or Pita Wrap or Sour Dough roll or Gluten-Free Bread
Filling:
All our meat is supplied locally, and our Chickens are from Weedons, 20 minutes from Christchurch. Salmon is from Akaroa on Banks Peninsula.
Sliced Roast beef or Shredded Chicken or Shaved Ham or Corned Beef or Asparagus Spears
Filling:
Our specialty cheeses are sourced from Banks Peninsula and our produce is delivered daily from a local supplier.
- Smoked Sliced Cheese
- Grated Cheddar Cheese
- Cheese/Cream Cheese Mix
- Tomato
- Egg
- Gherkins
- Red Onion
- Lettuce
- Mesclun
- Cucumber
- Avocado
Dressings:
- Mayonnaise
- Corn Relish
- Horseradish
- Cranberry
- Onion Jam
- Chargrilled Vegetable Chutney
- Wholegrain Mustard
Savoury Item:
All the pastries are made locally in Christchurch
- Filo Parcel with Satay Chicken
- Picnic Pie – Vegetarian
- Quiche
- Classic Bacon & Egg Pie
- Sushi Rolls w Tuna or Akaroa Salmon (Gluten-Free)
Individual Antipasto Platter:
- Brie, Pickled Onions, Sundried Tomatoes, Crackers
- Aged Cheddar, Gherkins, Grapes, Rice Crackers (Gluten-Free)
Sweet Selection:
- Raspberry & White Chocolate Muffin
- Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Homemade Slice Selection
- Chocolate, Almond and Pineapple Pastries
One piece of fresh fruit
Hot food served in a thermos
- Chefs soup of the day (vegetarian, Gluten-Free)
- Canterbury Lamb, diced and served in a gravy with seasonal vegetables
- Creamy chicken & bacon pasta
Water - Bottle of Water, still or sparkling
Configure your Tour options
BOOKING PROCESS
After booking you will be emailed a detailed check-list of
- pick-up times/location
- your equipment requirements (ie. vest/wader sizing)
- items you need to bring
- a lunch and beverage order form
Club Fish provides experienced local guides (the client - guide ratio ranges from 2:1 for seasoned anglers through to 4:1 for novices).
Availability: In stock.
$ 450.00
$ 450.00
Three Boys - Pilsner Dozen$ 154.15
Three Boys - IPA Dozen$ 154.15
Three Boys - Wheat Dozen$ 154.15
Three Boys - Porter Dozen$ 154.15
Three Boys - Porter ½ Dozen$ 77.10
Three Boys - Wheat ½ Dozen$ 77.10
Three Boys - IPA ½ Dozen$ 77.05
Three Boys - Pilsner ½ Dozen$ 77.10
Wigram - Munchner Dunkel Dozen$ 157.95
Wigram - Bristol Best Bitter Dozen$ 157.95
Wigram - Munchner Dunkel ½ Dozen$ 78.95