Fishing
Fishing Charters Whitianga, NZ
Hootenanny is a purpose built Q West 10.50. She is designed specifically for bottom fishing, game fishing and diving. The inboard diesel gives great performance and economy cruising at 20-24 knots. Q West are well recognized for their comfort and sea handling abilities and Hootenanny does not disappoint.
Fishing Trip Schedule
Catch Charters only caters for group bookings. The minimum age we allow is nine years and we can comfortably fish up to eight people although we’re licensed for nine. Hootenanny has excellent facilities and is ideal for serious fishing trips or fun trips. We cater for stag parties, hen parties, birthday celebrations or a mates trip.
Check the cost and time schedule below and book now!
Snapper Fishing
All gear supplied
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Half Day : 8.00am or 1.30pm (subject to minimum numbers*)
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Duration: 4.5 hours
Snapper Fishing
All gear supplied
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Full Day: 8.00am or 1.30pm (subject to minimum numbers*)
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Duration: 8 hours
Game Fishing
All gear supplied
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Full Day: Minimum 4 people. (subject to minimum numbers*)
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Duration: 7.00am – 4.00pm
Our Fishing Charter Services
If the thought of getting your hands smelly and dirty or having to take your fish off the hook and deal with them puts you off going fishing, think again. The crew will do all that for you and more, and even fillet your catch so it’s ready for the pan by the time you get back home. It’s all part of the service. We cater for both the experienced and not so experienced, providing any necessary assistance during your day on the briney.
At Catch Charters, our aim is to help you catch more fish!
Your Skipper and Crew
Owner operator Mike Hanham is a qualified skipper who has been on boats and fishing the New Zealand coastline for most of his life. He is passionate about fishing and diving and runs a friendly efficient operation. Mike is assisted by his partner Debbie who also has extensive fishing experience. Mike and Debbie will make you feel welcome.
Awesome Snapper
Beaut JD
Great Kingy
Dad & his Snapper
The Fishing Equipment
Catch Charters provides the use of quality fishing equipment or if you prefer, you are welcome to use your own fishing gear. Terminal tackle is also of an equally high standard ensuring that you have less chance of a valuable fish escaping through failure. Salt ice is carried on extended trips to ensure your catch stays fresh. A variety of baits consisting of bonito, pilchard, squid, sanma and mackerel is used and good quality berley.
Safety Management
Your safety is of utmost importance so the latest safety equipment is carried and the boat is operated under Safe Ship Management Survey by a fully qualified skipper. Surveyed to carry a maximum of nine passengers and one crew.
Charter Bookings
If you’d love to go fishing and/or diving off the abundant Mercury Bay, book online now or phone 027 204 2808 (+64 27 204 2808). You can email us at info@catchcharters.co.nz