Cast into the legendary Foveaux Strait aboard a premium private fishing charter for the prized blue cod — the finest eating fish in New Zealand's southern waters. A thrilling, hands-on encounter with the Southern Ocean on the doorstep of Bluff.
What to expect
You step directly onto your chartered vessel from Bluff Wharf — the country's southernmost commercial port — and head out into the famously productive, kelp-rich waters of Foveaux Strait within minutes. The skipper positions you over known reef systems where blue cod, groper and trumpeter thrive, providing hands-on instruction and expert local knowledge throughout. The dramatic scenery of Stewart Island rising from the strait and the exhilarating Southern Ocean air make every moment feel alive. Your catch is cleaned, filleted and packed on board — ready to hand to your ship's galley for a private dinner.
Good to know
Departs Bluff Wharf — no transfer needed. Half-day format (~4 hrs) fits well within a standard port call. Bring warm, windproof layers; Foveaux Strait can be brisk even in summer. Pre-book as private charters fill quickly when cruise ships are in port. Motion sickness precautions advisable.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Bluff — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.