The South Island is home to some of the largest trophy size trout in the world and these trout
love soft baits. Experience soft baiting vast alpine braided rivers, small meandering streams
and bush clad spring creeks in New Zealand’s pristine backcountry. Soft baiting is extremely effective and a favored technique for landing trophy size trout.

Season: early October through to mid February A fishing license is required for all anglers to fish in New Zealand. Please click here to apply for a non-resident license through New Zealand Fish and Game.