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| Avid Fly Fisherman from all corners of the globe come to Poronui
Ranch to test their skills against New Zealand's notoriously large, and wily, brown and rainbow trout. They do
it in an isolated and beautiful wilderness. Every angler with a story to tell has an opinion as to where to find the best trout on the planet. Today, many of these stories refer to the trout of New Zealand. Poronui Ranch has a reputation for offering the country's best wilderness fly fishing. Guests will discover secluded streams, home to incredibly large resident browns and rainbows, with angling opportunities to suit every preference or ability. Expect to fish new water everyday, no matter how long you stay at Poronui. The property has almost 25 miles of private water. The Taharua, a spring creek meanders down the valley, while the Mohaka River, a tumbling freestone stream wraps itself around one boundary. The mountains adjacent to Poronui are vast estates of Maori owned land. We are privileged to have access to much of this wonderful wilderness reserve. Without a doubt, the exclusivity and remoteness of these rivers and streams make them some of the most prized fly fishing waters in the world. Poronui Ranch has a team of permanent full-time guides who are considered the consummate professionals in their field. They share an extraordinary knowledge of the country and collectively have more than a hundred years of fishing experience on New Zealand waters. Poronui guides know every stream intimately and work to ensure angling pressure is constantly monitored and controlled to maintain the health and confidence of the trout. |
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| Poronui Ranch’s tradition is to keep the best things very quiet, and so the lodge has only five exclusive guest suites. Designed with luxury, comfort and angler's needs in mind, the modern wooden cabins sit only a stone's throw from the water's edge and offer guests comfort and relaxation in a magnificent landscape setting. |
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| The lodge at Poronui Ranch has evolved from what was once only a
very basic, remote fishing camp. Today it is one of the world's finest fishing holiday destinations and host to
the most discerning international anglers and visitors. From the main lodge itself, you can watch the Taharua flow through the valley and have a great view of the evening hatch. A huge log fire, the finest books and company to inspire you, and the comfort of a big chair and glass of New Zealand's finest wine is a typically relaxing Poronui evening. The lodge is equipped with a modern drying room and laundry facilities. A well equipped fly tying bench and library of books and journals will fill your mind with possibilities and keep you entertained. There are also excellent storage facilities for rods and all other equipment. The lodge is famed for its hearty gourmet food and wonderful cellar of fine New Zealand wines. It is here that you will find a roast dinner like no other. You may also discover that a picnic lunch, on the river's edge, in the middle of nowhere, is the best meal you've ever had. |
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The Taupo region provides lamb, venison and wild duck while its proximity to the ocean also provides an abundance of fresh deep sea fish, salmon and mussels. As Poronui Ranch is close to New Zealand's largest grape growing region, our wine cellar features an extensive selection of local vintages. At Poronui all bar service is included in the tariff. Fishing at Poronui Ranch By foot |
| By 4 WD Just a short driving distance of the lodge there is a variety of water accessible by 4 WD vehicle. Streams with easy access and good shallow wading, gentle riffles and pristine pools and more challenging rivers are all a quick drive away from the main lodge. By boat Some of the remote mountain streams are virtually unknown. Poronui Ranch offers guests daily float trips with professional rafting guides into these untouched areas. For the absolute wilderness experience Poronui will arrange overnight camp-outs for guests to experience this wonderful environment at its best. You will return to nature with the sounds of the bush, the crackling of an open fire and the water trickling by. By helicopter The helicopters based at Poronui Ranch give easy fly-out access to many of New Zealand's most famous mountain streams. Legendary rivers as the Ngaruroro and Rangitikei are literally in the next valley, and there are many more remote and smaller streams only a short and spectacular flight away. While it is not necessary to take a helicopter to get to great trout fishing at Poronui Ranch, a flight into the surrounding mountains is the ultimate angling experience for the dedicated fly fisher. |
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You can expect to find perfect fishing water, wonderful wild trout and magnificent scenery. Two helicopters are based at Poronui Ranch. The pilots have a rare knowledge of the mountain canyons, gullies and streams. They skillfully deposit guests, guides and equipment into otherwise inaccessible terrain |
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| The remote freestone streams offer an opportunity for the classic
fly fishing experience of stalking and sight casting to trophy browns and rainbows in shallow, clear water. Much
of this fishing is relatively exclusive as access is on private land or controlled by concession. Here anglers
can expect to have the water to themselves and cast to resident wild fish that have rarely seen a dry fly. Helicopter fly-outs have the advantage of providing a huge variety of angling opportunities every day of the season. Elsewhere fishing conditions can get tough: after rain waters can be discolored, or early in the season (when the fly fishing is generally at its best) river levels may be too high. The headwaters however are accessible by a quick helicopter flight into the mountains. They are often low and clear with perfect fishing conditions. Some of these smaller catchments offer very easy access along grassy banks with shallow wading between quiet pools and runs. Here a big dry fly floated through a riffle will usually induce a dramatic take. A longer flight right back into the mountains will uncover some of the most legendary and challenging fly fishing in the country. These are trophy waters where huge trout cautiously cruise in deep pristine pools. These fish are generally not easy to catch - the angling can be technically difficult, demanding stealth in stalking, knowledge in reading the current, and skill, care and accuracy in presentation of the cast. But when all these factors combine (with just a bit of luck), the reward will likely be the biggest trout of a lifetime. Spring (October) The opening of the fishing season in most districts means the local trout have been undisturbed for months. Temperatures are still cool, but with longer days, the brown trout become very active and there is excellent fishing with weighted nymphs and dry flies along soft seams in most mountain streams. Some good evening hatches offering very good dry fly fishing later in the day. Early Summer (November, December) Undoubtedly the best time to fly fish in mountain streams. Long, warm days and the water is still cool. There are good mayfly hatches and the trout feed recklessly on the surface throughout the day. The fish are not wary and generally very aggressive to the dry fly. This is the least crowded time to fly fish in New Zealand and the weather is very settled around Christmas. Mid Summer (January, February) Traditionally the most popular time for fly fishermen to visit New Zealand. Most good lodges are pre booked. Streams are often low and wading is easy. Trout are highly visible but selective. On small streams these conditions demand careful stalking and delicate presentations with small nymphs and dries. On larger freestone rivers in the mountains (accessed by helicopter and float trips) there are some excellent terrestrial activities on the surface. Late Summer (March, April) The weather is still warm and settled. April has the lowest rainfall of any month. The cooler evenings induce good hatches and mountain streams are fishing well for browns on dries. Trout are in peak condition, so this is a good time for trophy fish. This is the ideal time for salmon fishing. Fall (May) Outdoor activities season in New Zealand. There is excellent fly fishing with nymphs in the tributary streams of Lake Taupo for the first runs of spawning rainbows. |
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