We had such an incredible day fishing the Mataura river with Barry! It was truly a highlight of our stay in Gore and of our vacation in New Zealand. Barry was very easy going and was genuinely just as excited as us every time we had one on! He took us to some great spots that we definitely wouldn't have found on our own and helped with every tangle I had with a smile. The lunches were homemade and so delicious with hot tea/coffee to offer on a chilly day. We loved our day and would highly recommend booking with Barry!

As a fishing guide Barry Perkins really knows the Mataura River, and I had a great day with him as my guide. Barry first made sure my fishing gear was in order, that I had a license, and had appropriate clothing for a cool, cloudy day. The fishing started slowly, but picked up steadily as the day progressed. I liked the way Barry had me thoroughly covering the water with my casts. By late afternoon I figured that I had caught nine trout, but I didn't mention that to Barry. When I caught the tenth one, Barry shook my hand, and said: "Congratulations, that's ten trout in the net." I guess he was counting too. I haven't had many days as productive as that one. I fished nymphs almost the entire day, but I think that Barry sensed that I would enjoy casting a few dry flies, so I did that as well. We certainly got a full day in. I fished pretty much continuously until after 6 pm. Barry made the day a memorable one for me! That evening Barry directed me to five or so fishing access locations on the Mataura River near Gore that I could fish on my own after the day he guided me. In addition, he recommended other guides and rivers to fish elsewhere in New Zealand. If I get the chance to return to New Zealand and the Mataura River, Barry Perkins would be my choice as a fishing guide.