Keen "Kingi" enthusiasts come to visit the Bay of Islands, New Zealand all year round for a chance to catch the mighty Yellowtail Kingfish. Locals and tourists alike enjoy fishing in the Bay of Islands even during the winter season. The Bay of Islands is also affectionately known as the "winterless" North, making it a perfect fishing destination.
Fishing is one of the top activities our guests enjoy doing on The Rock Adventure Cruise. Normally, after an afternoon of cruising and other activities, we change the pace by fishing at dusk and enjoying a cold beverage.
Kingfish is a powerful type of fish. Once hooked, it demands a great deal of physical strength to be successfully reeled in. With the help of our seasoned crew, our guests get to catch some in the Bay of Islands where they are plentiful. Their catch becomes a tasty snack shared with other guests on the cruise.
NEW ZEALAND KINGFISH PROTECTION
The conservation of Kingfish is important. Fisheries New Zealand has established rules and restrictions for all recreational fishers in the Bay of Islands. The legal minimum size to keep a Kingfish is 75 cm, with a daily bag limit of 3 kingfish per day in Northland.
HOW WE PREPARE KINGFISH AT THE ROCK NZ
Kingfish is delicious eaten both raw and cooked. Kingfish sashimi is an absolute favourite at The Rock — freshly caught, cleaned and thinly sliced, paired with soy sauce and wasabi. We also fillet the Kingfish and save it for a barbeque later.