FISHING The M.V Taiho is a great platform in which to fish from with a large fore deck area at the bow (front) allowing plenty of room for casting both softbaits and lures. The stern is also very accommodating with plenty of room for fishing. The Taiho travels at an ideal speed for trolling lures out the back. There is nothing quite like sitting back on the bench seat and relaxing with a cold one while enjoying the view watching the lures as you cruise along. With both bow and stern combined the M.V Taiho has plenty of space to ensure all on board have good fishing access where ever we may choose to go on your fishing trip.

Locations: Fishing grounds covered are Coromandel Peninsula, Mercury Group of Islands, Cuvier Island, Great Barrier Island and areas surrounding these places. These areas offer a number of posibilities to catch plenty of fish species using a number of different fishing techniques. Such areas containing abundant marine life offer the angler a variety of fishing opportunities in the shallows to deep water and trolling for gamefish if in season. Both Peter (Skipper) and Rob (fishing guide) have a wealth of knowledge to share with you during your time ourt on Taiho, they can offer plenty of advice and techniques to anyone keen to catch fish from novice to experienced. Target Species: Snapper, kahawai, trevally, kingfish, john dory, blue mao mao, pink mao mao, blue moki, golden snapper, tuna, hapuka, blue cod, grand daddy hapuka, gurnard and whatever else comes along! Types of Terrian: Weedlines, shallow fowl, reefs, open water, pinnacles, deep drop-offs, sand deep water etc! Types of Fishing: Bait, trolling, jigging, surface lures, slow jigs, live baiting, stray lining, drift fishing and more.

You will find a relaxed friendly atmosphere on board Taiho with Peter and Rob plus full facilities available and all trips include tea, coffee and hot chocolate provided.

We can match individuals into groups. Trip Options Day Trip (8 hours from dusk or till dawn) - Locations: Coromandel Peninsula or Great Mercury Island group - Note: minimum numbers and conditions apply! 2 Day Trip (48 hours 2 nights and 2 days) - Locations: Coromandel Peninsula, Great Mercury Islands, Great Barrier Island and Cuvier Island - Note: minimum numbers apply! 3 Day Trip (72 hours 3 nights and 3 days) - Locations: Great Mercury Islands, Great Barrier Island and Cuvier Island - Note: minimum numbers apply! Receive an extra night when you go on a multi day charter trip. 2 days = 2 nights.  Prices Day trip - Includes guide - Maximum 9 persons - $120 per person per day. Your adventure includes the M.V Taiho, skipper Peter Mckenzie, guide Rob Fort. Full hosting by crew including any cooking and cleaning duties for meals, includes hot drinks etc. All nessecary equipment and food required is supplied by each individual unless by prior arrangement. Multi Day Trip Option 1 - Unguided - Maximum 6 persons - $125 per person per day. Your adventure includes the M.V Taiho, skipper Peter Mckenzie. Shared cooking and cleaning duties for meals, hot drinks etc. All equipment and food required is supplied by each individual. Multi Day Trip Option 2 - Guided - Maximum 5 persons - $155 per person per day. Your adventure includes the M.V Taiho, skipper Peter Mckenzie, guide Rob Fort. Full hosting by crew including all cooking and cleaning duties for meals, hot drinks etc.  All equipment and food required is supplied by each individual. Meal Catering: If you would like all food to be supplied as part of your adventure then add $25 per person per day.

The M.V. Taiho has a chiller for making an ice slurry to place fish caught into immediately. This ensures that the catch is kept as fresh as possible and in prime condition for eating when you return from your trip! We also supply cooler bins on board for any bait and berley.