Fishing

Primetime Charters & Gamefishing. John Gregory of Primetime Charters & Gamefishing has more than 25 years experience at sea. The company, which holds the New Zealand record for most marlin caught, goes after all sport fish, specializing in broadbill swordfish. It operates a purpose-built 58-foot boat and is licensed to fish up to 200 nautical miles off shore. There is accommodation for nine. The trips between January and June take between five- and seven days and are aimed at high-end fishing devotees. Conifer La., Kerikeri, Northland, 0294. 09/407–1299; www.primetimecharters.co.nz. From $4,300 a day.