Chase Giant Bluefin at Waihau Bay

Waihau Bay is fast becoming one of New Zealand’s premier destinations for southern bluefin tuna, where cold, clean currents push massive fish right along the East Cape coastline. When the bluefin arrive, this quiet coastal town turns into the gateway to some of the most explosive tuna fishing in the country.

These are true ocean giants — fast, brutal, and relentless. Hook-ups are savage, reels scream, and battles are long and unforgettable. Whether you’re trolling, live-baiting, or running teasers, Waihau Bay offers a genuine shot at trophy bluefin that test both gear and angler to the limit.

Add stunning coastal scenery, uncrowded waters, and the thrill of fishing close to shore for world-class tuna, and you’ve got an experience that rivals the best bluefin fisheries on the planet.

Waihau Bay bluefin fishing isn’t just a trip — it’s a full-throttle battle with the ocean’s elite.

• Priced from $650 per person per day *

• Plus optional food and rod hire.

• Prices based on 6 people (maximum number 6 people).

• Trips available from June through to December.

• Please advise of allergies, dietary requirements and health issues when you book.

*Prices subject to change without notice