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Accommodation on the way north

We recommend Millwood, a relaxed country bed and breakfast on a small farm, 40 minutes north of Auckland. It is a great place for an overnight stop on the way north or a base to enjoy the Warkworth/Matakana area. Mel and Lyn will spoil you and  provide an evening meal if you’ve just got off the plane.

Car rental

For budget car rental, we recommend New Zealand Rent a Car at www.nzrentacar.com or email: reservations@nzrentacar.com – terrific value for money.

For upmarket car rental, contact www.smartcars.co.nz for a great range of prestige cars.

Russell Information and booking office

Strategically placed on the Russell wharf, this office provides information and booking for a great range of leisure activities available in the Bay. www.russellinfo.co.nz

Fishing

Salt water fly fishing in the Bay:  Email Craig Worthington at: craig.worthington@xtra.co.nz for a great fly fishing experience guided by the most dedicated saltwater fly fisherman in the Bay.

Light tackle fishing:  Contact Terry at www.islandwatertaxi.co.nz if you’re after snapper, kingfish, john dory, tarakihi or kahawai on light tackle.

Game fishing: Bruce Smith on the boat “Striker” is the most prominent game fisherman in the Bay with a formidable list of world records to his credit-  www.striker.co.nz

Trout fishing near Taupo

For those wanting to put together a saltwater and trout fly fishing holiday, we strongly recommend Kereru Lodge, quiet chalet-style self-catering accommodation on the beautiful Tauranga-Taupo river- an ideal place for fly fishermen at all levels of experience and competence. Steve Yerex is a very experienced guide and provides wilderness, raft and heli fishing options for the more adventurous. Go to http://www.flyfishingtauponz.com or email Steve at steve@flyfishingtauponz.com.