Wild Angler
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South Island, New Zealand fly fishing guides for Queenstown, Wanaka and Dunedin. Queenstown-based helicopter wilderness expeditions to the classic backcountry rivers of Fiordland and Mt Aspiring National Parks. Lower South Island fly fishing road trips connecting Queenstown and Wanaka to Dunedin. Dunedin- and Queenstown-based day trips to the Mataura River and other Otago and Southland streams. All-inclusive packages available. Corporate inquiries welcome. Quality gear and professional photography.
Dunedin, New Zealand
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Sherpa53329888495
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2023 • Solo
Had a great day fishing with Casey. We were on fish at our first stop. We waded and sight fishing to big South Island Browns in clear water and by the afternoon I had landed the biggest trout of my life. Look forward to returning one day and fishing with Casey again.
Written 20 February 2024
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FarAway15304228989
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2023 • Solo
I am a young fella from Australia who came on a cruise boat to NZ. I booked a fly fishing to trip with Casey Cravens out of Dunedin who is one of the New Zealand fly fishing guides, he fishes around Dunedin and Queenstown and further. He put me on big fish and did his job well, I would happily go back with Casey I had a ball. - Connor
Written 14 January 2024
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James D
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5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2023 • Family
I took my 18 year old son on a 3 day fly fishing trip with Casey to celebrate him finishing school. Casey took us to several great spots on the Mataura and Waikaia Rivers for some excellent dry fly fishing. We landed 10 great fish on one of the days, including spectacular jumps and ripping runs with spray flying from the line. My son caught his personal best brown and a life long love of fly fishing. Thanks Casey for a wonderful couple of days on the mighty Mataura. We’ll be back.
Written 1 December 2023
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Eric S
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2023
I went fishing with Casey in March for a guided day trip. He put me on fish (caught several 5 lb trout and 10+ total fish for the day) and provide some thoughtful and well delivered casting tips. He also was fun to talk to about wide ranging topics. Overall, a great day on the water.
Written 25 April 2023
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Bruce M
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5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2023 • Solo
I went fishing with Casey on 1st and 2nd of April, he made fishing in New Zealand easier than I could imagine. We were on the water within 30 minutes after pickup, and hooked a fish a few minutes later! Casey was very knowledgeable about fly choice, which he supplied, and whenever I tangled my leader (too often!) he immediately offered to sort it out while I fished on with the replacement outfit that he carried. Casey really made my short time fishing in New Zealand go further. On top of that he's a nice guy and easy to get along with - thank you Casey!
Written 6 April 2023
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Jordan G
3 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2023 • Couples
Casey is a knowledgeable guide and well versed in NZ fly fishing. He provided a great experience that my wife and I will not forget. We caught many fish and landed some real big ones also.
Written 2 April 2023
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Elizabeth Y
2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2022 • Couples
We fished out of Dunedin with Casey for a day as beginner anglers. Casey got my husband and I on big fish (5 lb trout!!) and fishing with him is a highlight of our trip! We had the best time getting on the water, improved our casting skills, and caught fish. Casey was patient, helpful, easy to get along with, and knowledgeable. Highly recommend booking your trip with Casey, you’ll walk away with better skills and awesome memories.
Written 27 December 2022
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John G
Lost River, WV7 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2022
Fished with Casey for 10 days on a road trip, great guy to hang out with plus a really knowledgeable guide some time the water was high but even then we managed to get fish Casey puts a lot of effort into finding fish half the time I couldn’t even see them plus he helped me out with some fine tuning of my casting this really made the trip
Written 11 October 2022
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Thanks for the review of our early season road trip to Kahurangi National Park and the West Coast, John. I always enjoy guiding keen, skilled anglers in the backcountry and on spring creeks. Cheers, Casey
Written 25 October 2022
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MaxCullenSyd
West Hollywood, CA5 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2020 • Solo
Brilliant and listens. Casey is significantly more professional and capable at managing people and expectations than any one I know in the industry. He knows the area, the fish and the bug life. No matter your experience, he'll put you onto fish. BUT more importantly, he'll treat you like an adult. Best customer experience I've had in fishing, period.
Written 30 December 2020
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Thanks, Max, for the positive comments. I enjoy meeting and guiding perceptive clients like you who can cast. And I try to listen because it makes it easier for the guide and client to get on the same wavelength and have more fun onstream. I hope to see you sooner rather than later, as I have a few places I'd like to show you.
Written 5 April 2021
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Julius
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020 • Couples
My wife and I spent the most part of February in New Zealand, traveling throughout the South Island. Casey was referred to us by a friend in Germany. Long before the trip, Casey already contacted us, offering is help and suggestions to prepare for the trip. Even beyond fishing, he gave us suggestions in things to do and see all over the country. This was so useful for our entire trip. The two days we spent out on the river were amazing. Casey took care of everything, inkl. Getting us to the rivers, lunch, drinks, equipment and best of all, some of the best conversations I’ve ever had while being guided. We had so much fun, caught some incredible fish, and really wish we would have had more time to spend with Casey. I can honestly refer Casey to anyone looking for an experienced guide and some real fun out on the water. We can’t wait to plan our next trip to NZ, and will definitely include Casey in them!
Written 18 May 2020
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