To gain access to some of the North Island Central Plateau's
most adventurous fishing it is necessary to get into remote locations
in the mountain ranges. One minute in the air is more than an hour
walking in the mountains, and with helicopter access you can be
fishing these outstanding streams in no time. The stunning scenery is
matched by the thrill of flying by helicopter for a day of sight
fishing on superb freestone trophy rivers.
Pete Fordham guides over 40 helifishing trips each year, bringing
considerable experience to this exciting pastime. He carries a
satellite phone at all times on remote backcountry trips.
The use of a wading pole is recommended on most freestone rivers as
there are rarely any tracks.