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Silva Fox
Offering the ultimate fishing experience for anglers demanding the very best in salt water sport fishing.....whether Striped and Blue Marlin, Tuna, Yellowtail Kingfish, Hapuka or Snapper fishing.
Custom designed, Don Senior Coral Cruiser game fishing boat, with wide walk around trenches offering extra space and suitability for salt fly fishing.
Every aspect has been designed with the angler in mind.
Based in Tutukaka, Silva Fox operates in the greater Hauraki Gulf, Tutukaka, Bay of Islands through to North Cape.
The galley is comparable with today's modern homes with full refrigeration / freezers, entertainment systems and very suitable for living aboard.
Your skipper: John McCall
John McCall, renowned blue water skipper, designed and commissioned Silva Fox to cater for salt water fly fishing and big game blue water fishing.
An impressive list of captures includes a Black Marlin of 796lbs in 2006.
Fishing available:
- Game fishing
- Other saltwater fishing
| Sole charter day rate | From NZ$1,750.00 |
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| Live aboard rate | NZ$50.00 per day |
| Additional information | |
Line fishing $1,335, 5 persons max Game fishing $1,750, 6 persons max Bay of Islands trips are a minimum of a 2 day charter. Relocation fee applies Live aboard fee of $50ea per day covers all meals, soft drinks & bedding Land based guiding also available Tackle hire & bait charges apply for bottom fishing or byo |
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| Year | 2000 |
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| Length | 46 feet |
| Crew | 2 |
| Tackle | Penn and Shimano game rods and Tiagra reels matched for every anglers individual requirements. |
| Day capacity | 6 |
| Night capacity | 4 |
| Beds | 6 |
Locations
- Bay of Islands
- In the Bay of Islands you can find thrilling adventure or perfect peace. The unbelievable natural beauty, amazing beaches and a host of islands make for an idyllic aquatic playground and ultimate retreat.
- Whangaroa
- “A Singular and Beautifully Romantic Place” with unspoilt magnificent scenery, beautiful quiet beaches and a fascinating history. Regarded as the marlin capital of New Zealand.
- Houhora
- Houhora is situated 40kms north of Kaitaia and approximately four and a half hours drive from Auckland. It is renowned for its beautiful beaches, fishing, diving and anything else related to the water.
- Tutukaka
- This scenic natural harbour is the nearest port to the magnificent Poor Knights Islands, one of the top dive sites in the world and witness to many great game fish captures over the years.