Steve Perry - Fly Fishing Guide, South Island, New Zealand

Hi, my name is Steve Perry. I am a local from New Zealand's Nelson region and have been guiding trout fishing adventures for the last 20 years.

Use my 30+ years of trout fishing experience (I started young) and local knowledge, to guide you to an unforgettable South Island fly fishing adventure.

I specialise in stalking and sight fishing to large brown trout and operate a catch and release policy.

I am a member of the New Zealand Professional Fishing Guides Association and strive to provide a high quality, safe and enjoyable guiding service to all anglers in New Zealand's beautiful South Island.

Regardless of your angling experience, I will arrange a trip which will enable you to enjoy the absolute best trout fishing our region has to offer.

So, take up the challenge of stalking and sight fishing to large feisty brown trout, in pristine New Zealand waters - contact me now to book your fly fishing adventure.

Client Testimonials

"Having fished for over 5 decades in top international locations, including Alaska, I would say Steve Perry is arguably the best trout, sight-fishing guide in New Zealand. Generous with straight-forward and spot-on advice, Steve has enabled me to vastly improve my casting and clear water stalking techniques. He can teach old dogs, new tricks."
Colin Taylor
"The reason for this short testimony is out of appreciation for your willingness to make this day one to remember, this was truly heart warming to say the least. The point that comes to mind: The running around you did to get Barbara sorted out with wading gear that would fit her tiny feet. Man! You have no idea how appreciative of this we were at the time and still are. The polite, courteous and patient manner which you portrayed, put us at ease immediately, allowing us to relax and enjoy every moment to it fullest. You are a true professional in the field of guiding."
Alan & Barbara Jellis; Durban South Africa
"As novices to fly fishing, Steve's guidance, instruction unrelenting patience and sense of humour (and tree climbing skills!!) was a highlight of our New Zealand Holiday."
Andrew and Charlotte Todd, UK.
"I employed Steve after having fished a number of South Island rivers with little result. More fish were spotted and caught in one morning than in five days fishing on my own. I cant speak highly enough of Steve's fish spotting skills, intuitive stream craft and friendly relaxed manner. A true professional in his field."
Leonard Cassidy, Colorado, U.S.A.
"As we quietly stalked our way upstream, Steve suddenly dropped to one knee pointing to a seam created by a submerged log. There he is. A small brown beetle imitation mirroring the dozens of naturals winging over the streamside vegetation was carefully tied on and the cast was made. Drifting down past the log, a large snout broke the surface and engulfed the tiny fly. Wait now lift..and all hell breaks loose. Unforgettable. Thanks again mate."
D. Barrow, Sydney.