People who love nature, adventure, fishing and traveling should consider visiting Tasmania. The area is known for great fly fishing. The summer season in New Zealand is from December to March. This offers a great incentive for travel bugs to flee snow and ice for some warmth and sunshine.
Fly fishing in Tasmania during the area’s winter means the fish will be more abundant because they have traveled upstream and are very hungry, which means they are more likely to bite. Barramundi , or “barra” are a fun species to fish for. These large fish give quite the acrobatic show as they perform twists and turns in an effort to free themselves from the lure. Brown and rainbow trout are commonly found in the waters surrounding the islands. They usually weigh around five pounds each, but catching trophy trout weighing up to ten pounds is not uncommon. Yellowfin tuna, marlin, sailfish, bonefish and wahoo are just a few of the other species of fish found in the waters around Tasmania.
There are many free guides to fish found in the area available for free download on the Internet. Several websites, books and magazines are also devoted to the topic. Research the various species as you plan your trip. This will help ensure you have the correct equipment and bait to make a big catch.
You can either book your trip on your own or use a company that specializing in fly fishing in Tasmania. Paying a bit extra to receive the expertise one of these companies provide may be well worth it. They will tell you the best places to stay, where and when to fish for the best results and shaker insider tips and information. They will also help you with the specifics of your travel arrangements. Many companies even arrange for airport transportation once their clients land in New Zealand.
The only requirement for fly fishing in Tasmania is a New Zealand fishing license. Summer, winter or twenty-four hour licenses are available. Contact the New Zealand fish and game department for more information on the costs and requirements for obtaining the fishing license. If you have booked a tour through one of the various fly fishing companies information on how to get your license should be made available to you.
Head to Tasmania by yourself for a quiet retreat. Bring your father, son or brother. Gather up your college roommates or other friends for a great men’s only retreat. Ask your wife to join you The possibilities are endless. I joined my father, brothers and uncles last year. The scenery in the area is beautiful and there are plenty of activities available for those who do not enjoy fishing. I spent a lot of time sitting on the porch of our lodge reading while enjoying the amazing view and breathing in the fresh air.