A Long Day for Big Fish: Twelve Hours Chasing Deep-Water Hapuka off Tauranga

TAURANGA FISHING FIELD GUIDE

A Long Day for Big Fish: Twelve Hours Chasing Deep-Water Hapuka off Tauranga

A private, 12-hour charter aboard MV Manutere that takes your group to renowned deep-water Hapuka grounds—this guide orients you to the logistics and what to expect on the water.

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A Long Day for Big Fish: Twelve Hours Chasing Deep-Water Hapuka off Tauranga.

Duration
12 hours
Location
Tauranga
Operator
Tauranga Marine Charters
Category
Fishing
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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Set sail from Tauranga for a 12-hour private charter aboard MV Manutere, focused on deep-water Hapuka fishing—an all-day outing built for groups celebrating, bonding, or simply escaping onto the Bay of Plenty.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE VESSEL

Exclusive charter aboard MV Manutere

The trip is run as a private charter, giving your party sole use of the MV Manutere for the full 12-hour outing.

THE TARGET

Deep-water Hapuka grounds

The focus of the day is fishing at renowned deep-water Hapuka grounds off Tauranga—ideal for anglers seeking large, bottom-dwelling species.

THE FORMAT

A full private day on the water

This is offered as a private, 12-hour charter suited to groups—work shouts, stag or hens parties, clubs, or families—booked for an exclusive day out.

What the day feels like

What the day feels like

Over 12 hours you embark from the Tauranga marina, head offshore to established Hapuka grounds, and spend the day fishing from a private charter—time on deck is yours to fish, socialize, and fish again aboard MV Manutere.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this private charter works best for

1
Celebration groupsWork shouts, stag or hens parties and other celebrations fit well—this is offered as a private charter set up for groups.
2
Fishing clubs & social clubsClubs and social groups seeking an exclusive day targeting deep-water Hapuka can book the full-day private charter for their party.
3
FamiliesThe listing notes the trip is suitable for groups and families; parties can charter the boat for a private, all-day experience.
4
Larger partiesThe charter is priced and capacity-limited: standard maximum is 8 passengers, with up to 2 additional people at an extra charge—plan your group size accordingly.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Duration

This is a 12-hour private charter offered as a day trip.

Capacity & Pricing

Standard maximum of 8 passengers; additional persons available at an extra $100 per person up to 10 total. Private charters only.

Meeting point

Embarkation is at Pier D34, Tauranga Bridge Marina, Tauranga 3116; confirm exact boarding time with the operator.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the charter?

The charter is 12 hours in duration.

Where do we meet for the trip?

The meeting location is Pier D34, Tauranga Bridge Marina, Tauranga 3116.

How many people can come on the charter?

Standard maximum is 8 passengers; you can add up to 2 more people at an extra cost, for up to 10 total.

Is this a private charter or shared?

This is offered as a private charter aboard MV Manutere for your group.

What species do we fish for?

The charter targets deep-water Hapuka grounds.

Who operates the charter?

The operator is Tauranga Marine Charters.