WELCOME TO
SIMPLY THE BEST COROMANDEL FISHING ADVENTURES
Based out of Amodeo Bay since 1972, Anglers Lodge has been a popular Coromandel fishing destination venue for many generations of fishing fanatics from across NZ and the world!
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Our dedicated Fishing Charter boat "Anglers Lodge II" provides a great sized vessel for some of the best fishing Coromandel has to offer.
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Explore more information on our charters below, and book now to avoid disappointment.
Where we are based?
We are located in Amodeo Bay, 20 minutes north of Coromandel township.
Being less than 3 hours drive from Auckland, Hamilton and Tauranga makes Amodeo Bay a great spot to escape for a day, night or weekend to get some quality time on the water!
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Flying into Auckland, New Zealand? Make us your first or last stop!
Charter options
Half Day Charter
TARGET SPECIES:
Snapper
TRIP INFO:
✓ Morning and afternoon trips.
✓ Approx. 4 hours
✓ All tackle and bait provided.
✓ Experienced skipper.
PRICING:
NZ $180.00
Per Angler / based on 3 or 4 people
NZ $270.00
Per Angler / based on 2 people
NZ $540.00
Min. Boat Rate / based on 1 person
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COMMENTS:
Price is based on the number of people.
Shared Trips are available.
Maximum of 5 people on board.
Charter is subject to weather, etc - any deposits due to this are refundable. Change of mind without notice is non-refundable.
Pricing is subject to change.
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Full Day Charters
TARGET SPECIES:
Snapper & Kingfish Mix
TRIP INFO:
✓ Full Day trips.
✓ Deeper and further than our 1/2 day trips.
✓ Approx. 8 hours
✓ All tackle and bait provided.
✓ Experienced skipper.
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PRICING:
NZ $350.00
Per Angler / based on 4 people
NZ $470.00
Per Angler / based on 3 people
NZ $700.00
Per Angler / based on 2 people
NZ $1,400.00
Min. Boat Rate / based on 1 person
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COMMENTS:
Price is based on the number of people.
Shared Trips are available.
Maximum of 4 people on board.
Charter is subject to weather, etc - any deposits due to this are refundable. Change of mind without notice is non-refundable.
Pricing is subject to change.
Private Boat Hire
Have something outside the normal for our charter boat?
Whether you want us to take you for an Island Tour around the Motukawao Islands, a Water Taxi to Great Barrier or Waiheke Island or a quick al-carte fishing trip - reach out for a customised Private Boat hire package.
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Pricing is on request!
Why do a charter with Anglers?
✔ Anglers has been a trusted destination since 1972 - many of our guests continue to return and stay and fish with us!
✔ Our modern charter boat is skippered by an experienced local skipper and meets all Maritime requirements.
✔ We specialise in a personalised and more intimate charter group size, we take a maximum of five guests on charters - meaning no tangled lines!
✔ We have some of the best fishing the Coromandel has to offer on our doorstep!
✔ Our charters leave from the lodge, launched by our Anglers tractor - so no wet feet!
✔ We can offer you accommodation options during your trip to Coromandel at our two properties, Anglers Lodge & Shelly Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park.
✔ Anglers can provide barista coffee to start your morning or afternoon fish right!
Main Coromandel
Target Species
The Hauraki Gulf is prime breeding ground for Snapper and Kingfish - its right on our doorstep!
Snapper are our target on HALF and FULL days.
Kingfish are our target on FULL days as we can go a bit further.
Snapper
Scientific name: Pagrus auratus
Snapper are copper-pink on top with a silver-white underside and small blue dots on their sides.
They are:
most commonly found at depths of 15m to 60m but can also be found down to about 200m
most common in warmer waters around New Zealand – especially in the Hauraki Gulf
the dominant fish in northern inshore communities
at home in a wide range of habitats, including rocky reefs and areas with sandy or muddy bottoms.
Snapper mature at 3 to 4 years, when they're 20cm to 28cm long. They can live for more than 60 years and grow up to 105cm. They release many batches of eggs all through spring and summer.
Kingfish
Scientific name: Seriola lalandi lalandi
Kingfish are green on top with a white underside and a green-gold band along their side. About 75% of all kingfish caught in New Zealand are caught by recreational fishers.
Kingfish are:
most common in the northern half of the North Island but are found from the Kermadec Islands to Foveaux Strait
found in open coastal waters, preferring high currents or tidal flows near rocky outcrops, reefs, and pinnacles
sometimes found in areas with an open sandy bottom and in shallow, enclosed bays.
Kingfish are large predator fish. Adults grow to over 1.5m in length. They usually live in schools ranging from a few fish to well over 100. Recreationally caught kingfish average 10kg, but can be more than 30kg.
Your Skippers
Dawson 'Doors' Hansen
Our experienced and much-loved local skipper Dawson "Doors" loves fishing in his backyard. For over 20-odd years Doors has been fishing all over the peninsula.
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You can be guaranteed a good time and good banter with Dawson.
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In his spare time, you might see him playing the drums and singing in his band Mr. Mojo based out of Colville.
Chris Dabb
Chris is currently out of action for a little bit - We hope to have Chris back on board in the near future.
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Chris brings his wealth of knowledge to the team! A true blue Coromandel fisherman, Chris has spent much of the last 25 years out on the Hauraki Gulf building on his skills and working commercially out on the water.
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His enthusiasm for all types of fishing is unmistakable, combine that with years of experience working this unique and thriving fishing ground, and you’re in for an unforgettable fishing experience with a top kiwi guide.
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Chris’s trips target Snapper and Kingfish from the surrounding islands out from Amodeo Bay on the Western side of the Coromandel Peninsula up to Fletchers Bay and Channel Island.
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Our Boat
Anglers Lodge II is a steady, offshore 7.5 Aluminium monohull. The walk-around makes it the perfect vessel for any kind of fishing. The 250 Hp Yamaha makes easy work of reaching your Spot X.
Toilet available by prior request.
Guest Reviews!
Their fishing charter service was amazing (especially for it being my first time on a charter), the skipper Dawson looked after us, let us do our own thing and gave us pointers and tips when needed. His banter was too notch as well. The staff there were friendly and courteous, and made our time there such an amazing trip. So many great memories made over the short time we were there, we are already planning a return trip!! 10/10 rating from me and the other guests.
Aaron T - Tripadvisor