The finest New Zealand fly fishing

Poronui Ranch is a luxury fly fishing lodge nestled in the Taharua valley south-east of Taupo on New Zealand's spectacular North Island, offering guests the opportunity to catch legendary fish in stunning and pristine surroundings.

The 16,000 acre property is possibly the best fishing lodge New Zealand has to offer and has been a favored fishing and hunting ground for both ancient Maori tribes, and since 1877, the English settlers. Today the trout fishing and hunting on Poronui Ranch are recognized as world class.

The landscape at Poronui is as varied as the sky is big. Crystal clear mountain water tumbles through forests of beech and native ferns, then twists its way through alpine meadows of wild grasses on the valley floor. In the summer months, as mayflies settle on the water’s surface, fishing becomes religion at Poronui Ranch.

Having heard the stories of the kind of giants to be caught fishing NZ, avid fly fishermen 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. Guests will discover uncrowded streams, home to incredibly large resident browns and rainbows, with angling opportunities to suit every preference or ability.

What makes dry fly fishing at Poronui Ranch so special is the convenient access to so many of New Zealand's best quality fishing waters and guides. The property has almost 25 miles of 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 travel to much of this wonderful wilderness reserve. Without a doubt, the remoteness of these rivers and streams make them some of the most prized fly fishing waters in the world.

The Ranch also hosts a helicopter charter service flying fishermen quickly and easily into otherwise inaccessible areas. This immediate and flexible access to waters on the Ranch, and nearby, mean you will never fish the same spot twice. The legendary Ngaruroro and Rangitikei Rivers, and many more remote and smaller streams, are only a short and spectacular helicopter flight away.

Whether your choose to wade in shallow, gentle streams, or tackle the very physical demands of an alpine freestone stream, there is water on the ranch to suit you.

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 fishing experience on our waters. Our guides know every stream intimately, and ensure angling pressure is constantly monitored to maintain the health and confidence of the trout.

Experienced anglers will find the challenges of fishing at Poronui Ranch very rewarding. Beginners have the opportunity to learn from the best guides in a truly inspiring environment.

The lodge

The main lodge and guest cabins have evolved from what was once a rustic fishing camp into one of the world's finest fishing lodge holiday destinations. Accommodation has been designed with the traditional fishing and hunting lodge atmosphere in mind, but also combine elements of modern luxury with wonderful style.

The lodge kitchen is renowned for its outstanding food and wine selection. Venison, pork, lamb and wild duck come from the property and surrounding region, and the proximity to the ocean offers an abundance of fresh deep sea fish, salmon, lobster and mussels. Our specially packed streamside lunches are likely to be the very best picnic you've ever had. The winecellar stocks more than 10,000 bottles of most internationally recognized vintages as well as the cream of New Zealand's wines, sourced directly from the adjoining wine producing area of Hawkes Bay.

All fished out?

Fishing isn't everything at Poronui Ranch. The property is a wonderful outdoor playground. We offer a range of other outdoor activities and have excellent facilities for hiking, horseriding, mountainbike riding, shooting and rafting. There are more than 100 miles of roads and tracks that wind their way through the hills and along the streams. Close to the main lodge, a modern sports and relaxation center has gym and health club facilities.

An exciting addition to the Poronui Ranch experience is the outpost accommodation provided by the stylish tents of the safari-style camp. Situated on the bank of the Mohaka River, the camp is a days' horse ride from the lodge. The camp is available on a fully-serviced basis for luxury overnight camp-outs.

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