Where do you depart from?

We depart from Sandspit wharf situated on what has been coined the Matakana coast, conveniently located approximately an hour and a half from Auckland International Airport and only quarter of an hour from the Warkworth town centre.

How much does it cost?

• Day boat charters are $1800 (8 Hours) or $2000  using our rods and bait.
• Half day boat charters from $1200 or $1450  using our rods and bait.
• Overnight charters $2600 (36 Hours) or $2800 using our rods and bait.   
• (24 Hours) $2000 or $2200 using our rods and bait.
• 2 nights, 3 days  $3500

For the stay aboard Assassin nights, you will need a sleeping bag and your food.

Do you hire rods and reels, what gear do I need?

Rod and reel hire is $30 per rod.  or $50 for softbait sets.
We can supply bait at an extra cost and have good quality equipment all ready to go, some spooled with braid for softbaits and hapuka.

You'll need warm  clothing and food. Tea and coffee is provided.

Where do you fish?

We can take you fishing around Kawau Island, Great Barrier and Little Barrier, Mokohinua Islands, and around the coastline. Sometimes we do charters to the Coromandel.

Do you offer diving and birdwatching?

Yes divers are welcome  but usually on fishing trips.

Brett is a keen diver  and Chris only dives in the warm water.

The NZ Storm Petrel was rediscovered by Assassin in 2003. They thought it was extinct as nobody had seen any for 100 years!
 

How many people can the Assassin take?

We are licensed for 12 people so good for bird trips or sightseeing , but not fishing .

4 to 6 is ideal for softbaiting but up to 8 bait fishing.

Do you cater for food?

Usually it is best to bring your own food. Food which is already prepared is ideal, like lasagne etc. There is an oven and elements on board so you can heat things up.

Can we sleep on board?

We sleep 6 guests on board.
 

Local Accommodation

Should you require accommodation whilst in the Warkworth area, we recommend Kawau Lodge and your hosts Dave & Helen Jeffery.  You can contact them via their website www.kawaulodge.co.nz

Mihirau Lodge  hosts Lyn and Dave Wade ,  website   www.mihiraulodge.co.nz

Contact Assassin Fishing Charters and book your next fishing charter or bird watching experience.