Fishing

Touchwood Fishing Charter. Albacore, yellowfin tuna, mako shark, and marlin along with the yellow-tail kingfish are prized catches from January to April (no license required). There are various operators who will help you land one—including Touchwood. Its boat has a full range of safety equipment, plus fish-finding electronics that help it target a number of species from the lesser-known hot spots around Gisborne. Prepare to pay NZ$1,765 per day for a private charter or NZ$150 per person for a party of 10, tackle and bait included. 37a Massey Rd., Gisborne, Gisborne, 4010. 06/867–1066; touchwoodfishingchartersgisborne.co.nz.