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Turangi Children's Fishing

 

During the school holidays and on other specified days, children are taught to cast a fly rod and catch a trout at  the Children's Fishing Pond in Turangi, by volunteers of the Tongariro National Trout Centre Society. The fish is weighed and measured and a  certificate is issued. On  some days it is possible to have the fish cleaned and smoked at the centre. A small shop also has the basics required for a lunch where the freshly caught fish can be the main course.
Fish type Rainbow trout
Age limits Children 5-16 years inclusive
Address and directions Turangi National Trout Centre

Tongariro National Trout Centre

State Highway 1

Turangi

The Tongariro National Trout Centre is situated 4 kilometers south of the township of Turangi, on at the southern end of Lake Taupo. Parking space is adjacent to State Highway 1.

See the Children's Pond/National Trout Centre access map.
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Date and Times Dates are set well in advance. During school holidays the fishing pond is open most days with only major holidays such as Christmas being shut. .

Then children's pond is open from 9am to 3pm on the dates above.

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Advanced tuition

Advanced fly-casting tuition sessions for adults and children can also be booked.

  • Session start times are 10am and 12 pm
  • Sessions are 2 hours in duration
  • Age requirements are between 10 and 18 years old
  • The limit is 2 children per session. A parent or supervising adult is also good to be present
  • Booking prior to the day is essential

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Your catch

Each child is allowed one fish per day. And remember, the fish choses the angler; the angler does not choose the fish!

You can have your fish filleted, smoked and wrapped in foil ready to take home or you can eat it at the centre with freshly baked bread. The filleting and cooking of the fish is included in the price.
Fishing gear Complete sets of fishing gear are provided. No private or personal gear may be used in the pond to avoid the possibility of introducing disease.
Cost

 There is a charge to fish at the centre which covers the tuition, use of the equipment and the filleting and cooking of the catch.  See details>>>
Other attractions
  • New Zealand's premier trout fishing museum
  • Sausage sizzle plus hot and cold drinks sold
  • Barbecue facilities
  • Underwater viewing chamber
  • River Walk visitor centre.
  • Stroll and/or picnic beside the Tongariro River
Bookings

These fishing days are extremely popular and bookings are required. The numbers are restricted to ensure all children get a good experience. Fishing can be a bit fickle and so wait times to go fishing vary. We recommend to avoid disappointment that bookings are made in advance online.

To make a booking, please contact the Tongariro National Trout Centre Society:

Phone: +64 7 386 8085:

Email [email protected]

Web: www.troutcentre.com
School bookings

School classroom groups may make separate bookings by contacting the centre.

For further details, please see www.taupofortomorrow.co.nz.
For more information For more information visit the Tongariro National Trout Centre website.

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