Charter Cruise and Fish Rotorua
Fishing Charter · Lake Tarawera, Rotorua
Lake Tarawera offers some of the country's most storied freshwater angling, set against a backdrop of native forest and volcanic history. Under the stewardship of owner-operator John Hamill, Cruise and Fish Rotorua delivers private guided charters shaped by decades on the water. Hamill has worked full-time as a professional guide and skipper since 1996, drawing on a heritage tied directly to Hamill’s NZ, the hunting and fishing outfitter co-founded by his father, Bill Hamill. That generational knowledge informs every charter on the lake. Whether focusing on sport fishing or tranquil lake exploration, charters are paced entirely around your preferences. Expect focused local expertise, dedicated angling instruction, and the quiet seclusion found only across the Rotorua Lakes.
Book now, pay later
Split the charter across as many payers as you like — there is no cap. Everyone settles their own share, and the charter is held while payments come in.
Where you'll board
Lake Tarawera
General marina area shown. The exact berth is shared once your booking is confirmed.