Q: How do I book a fishing trip with Fish ‘n Dips Charters? A: You can check live availability and book your spots directly through our online calendar at www.fishndips.co.nz/Bookings. A deposit is required to lock in your date, with the balance paid before departure.
Q: How much does a fishing charter cost? A: Shared trips start from $350 per person, and private charters start from $2100 for up to 6 anglers. Price includes gear, lures, ice and tuition. Get in touch or check the online calendar for exact pricing on your preferred date and trip type.
Q: How long is a charter, and what time do we leave? A: Our standard trips run for 8 hours, typically departing at 6:30 AM and returning by 2:30 PM. Half-day and full-day options may be available depending on the trip type; check the calendar for specific start times on your date.
Q: Do you offer shared charters or private boat hire? A: Both! You can book individual seats on our scheduled shared trips, perfect for solo anglers or small groups, or book out the entire boat for a private charter with your mates.
Q: What style of fishing does Fish ‘n Dips specialise in? A: We are high-energy lure fishing specialists. We focus heavily on active techniques, including topwater fishing, softbaiting, micro-jigging, slow-pitch, and mechanical jigging. We also offer classic bait and burley trips for anglers who prefer traditional bottom fishing.
Q: I’ve never fished before – is this trip suitable for beginners and kids? A: Absolutely. While we love the adrenaline of lure fishing, our crew will get you perfecting your technique before lines go in the water, and there’s always a hand on deck to help with hook-ups, tangles, and landing fish. No experience needed, just enthusiasm.
Q: What is a Hauraki Gulf workup charter? A: A workup occurs when marine predators (like common dolphins and whales) push baitfish to the surface, bringing down hundreds of diving gannets. Fish ‘N Dips is famous for tracking these feeding frenzies out wide using high-end marine radar to drop lures right into the action for trophy snapper and kingfish.
Q: What happens if bad weather is forecast? A: Safety and comfort come first. If bad weather or rough seas make conditions unsafe, the skipper will cancel the trip and work with you to reschedule for a future date or process your booking per our cancellation policy.