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Check out some new video footage

June 25th 2020Produced by Luke from Hamilton filming for his school project on one of my sweet little local waters. We followed another angler...despite this picked out some tricky but active rainbow trout.Read more

A few trips after lockdown!

June 25th 2020Its been crash and bang back into the remains of the season locally. Some great fish to be had. I have run both guided and social trips. Recent catches as below with some happy faces. Certainly IRead more

That time of the year!

May 19th 2020Finally its nice to be able to fish and many are making up for lost time after Covid. Super nice to catch a few recently and capture a few action shots. I have trips available through winterRead more

Waste not want not!

May 12th 2020With plenty of time over Covid lockdown many of us have had time to stock up out fly boxes. A few of my favorite flies below, and some I want to give a wirl during the winter.Read more

Its been a long haul but super cool to get out again post Covid

May 12th 2020Super happy to get my head into a better space and catch a few fish in stunning pocket water after a few hours on my local stream near Pirongia, fish were not huge but a good chance to go light both Read more

Some sort of normality as travel restrictions lift this Thursday

May 12th 2020Still weeks left in the season to get into some cracking fish, I have dates free so drop me an email to book in a trip or tuition. Additionally options available for winter fishing. Email:Read more

COVID-19 ...giving em fish a break

March 18th 2020With the sudden travel restrictions of March 14th putting a halt to my bookings and giving em fish a break. It is with sadness I miss out on reconnecting with some great clients peak season 2020.Read more

Trout caught near and far

February 27th 2020The last month has been real busy guiding locally in the Waikato and further away. A wonderful mix of lovely clients from around the globe Switzerland, Scotland, Ireland, Australia, South Africa andRead more

Mixing up your fly fishing experience!

February 7th 2020New Zealand not only offers great back country fishing but many other ways to experience a great day out on the water. It was lovely to recently meet Mark from the USA and show him an array ofRead more

Fly Fishing Convert

January 22nd 2020Another successful round trip for new fly fishing convert Scott from Sydney. Putting in the effort with me to earn these great Central North Island fish. Well done Scott!!Read more

Hand tied flies to catch fish

January 12th 2020While shop bought flies are a great source and work well there is nothing more satisfying on catching fish on your own hand made patterns. The 2019-2020 break allowed me some time to re stock on aRead more

Keeping it local

January 12th 2020The Waikato and Rotorua region has been experiencing some consistent heat bringing on dry fly fishing. As trout move into cooler water small cdc and elk hair caddis and rubber leg flies come into theRead more

Rob Vaz, Your Experienced North Island Guide

Previous NZ National Fly Fishing Champion and NZ Rep, Rob Vaz has proven experience as a Central North Island trout fishing guide. Rob grew up locally in the Waikato and has fished many of the best trout fly fishing locations in New Zealand and abroad. Rob has exclusive knowledge after representing New Zealand competitively using the latest techniques to catch trout ensuring a great fly fishing experience for you. Taupo, Rotorua and the Waikato region offer fly fishing all year round. Rob prides himself on offering a great day out and having the opportunity to teach new skills for your fly fishing journey.