Days Out Fishing Charters BOI NZ 

5.0/5 (53 beoordelingen)
 Paihia, Northland, New Zealand, Paihia, 0204, Nieuw-Zeeland

Days Out Fishing Charters BOI NZ 

5.0/5 (53 beoordelingen)
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Paihia, Northland, New Zealand
Paihia, Nieuw-Zeeland

Days Out Fishing Charters offers unique fishing experience in the rich Bay of Islands. These waters are crammed with fish off all shapes and colors, and you will be fishing with the Bay of Islands’ only big Snapper and Kingfish Specialist - Skipper Darren Knapping

Whether you’re a pro angler or a bit less experienced, Capt. Darren will help you have a time to remember. His trips run year round and often get people the fish of their lifetime. Just have a look at all the fish and smiley people in the photos above - and you’ll understand what Days Out is all about.

Skipper Darren is a local fisherman. He grew up fishing around these waters and has a deep understanding of the ocean and the rich life beneath the surface. Having served in the New Zealand Navy for a number of years and working in commercial tuna fishing, Darren eventually came to build one of the finest fishing machines in the area.

Days Out is a custom-built Extreme 885 9mtr’ center console. She is powered by twin 175HP Honda engines. The boat can take up to 7 people, and it’s rigged with Garmin navigational electronics, features a toilet, tuna tubes, a big live well, and ice boxes. She has a cabin, walk around, plenty of room for fishing, and enough shade for all people onboard. She is a stable boat fit to weather these waters.

You’ll face numerous fish species in the Bay of Islands. Darren is a specialist when it comes to Yellowtail Kingfish and Snapper. His private trips will see you using a variety of techniques, using catch tackle and quality rods and lines. Darren will supply all the gear, tackle, and license. There will be some snacks and drinks on board lunch can be served for an additional cost if requested beforehand.

Book your spot and come for a great day out on the water! Get your camera and a sunblock, then hop onboard.

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Rating

5.0
53 reviews
5
44
4
1
3
0
2
0
1
0
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (42)

Days Out Success
Days Out Success
Days Out Success
Days Out Success
Great Days fishing - caught Kingfish & Snappers.
Great Days fishing - caught Kingfish & Snappers.
+36

What anglers say

97%
Great experience
89%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
85%
Recommended
98%
Caught fish

All reviews (53)

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Adriaan Steyn Adriaan Steyn
Adriaan Steyn Adriaan Steyn
5.0
Verified
Listen to their customer and delivers exactly what they ask for
Private Hapuka deep sea on December 17, 20252 adults
Darren is an exceptional Skipper. Thanks RNZN for developing people of this quality. Friendly, professional, knowledgeable, reliable and a great organiser. The boat is in perfect shape as is the gear. shout out for crew Johnny as well. Great guy. They don’t just take you to the perfect spots, they coach you in the technique for bait fishing (early morning adrenalin) to landing that big tuna and grabbing a snapper on the way home for dinner. But it does not stop there. Darren organised a Weighmaster on the way in to weigh that trophy and someone to cut it up, smoke it and send it home. In two words: “World Class”.
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John Sharpe
John Sharpe
5.0
Verified
Days Out Success
Snapper Trip – Private/6 PAX (AM) on October 24, 20252 adults
Darren was a great guide. Caught my Pb Snapper and Kingfish. Boat was great and all fish expertly filleted. Also saw big pod od dolphin. Great day allround.
Reported catch:
Pink Snapper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Response from Captain
October 24, 2025
Was great to get you out a fab day
0
Kane Roberts
Kane Roberts
The captain canceled
November 16, 2025
The charter operator canceled on trip date. This is an automated posting.
0
Mark Hawker
Mark Hawker
5.0
Verified
Great Days fishing - caught Kingfish & Snappers.
7 Hr Trip – Kingfish Private/6 PAX on February 8, 20251 adult
Had a great days fishing with Darren. Caught 2 Kingfish around 15-20lb & a few snappers. The crew knew their stuff & were good company for the day.
Review media 0
Review media 1
Reported catch:
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Pink Snapper
1
Ted Dover
Ted Dover
4.7
Verified
tasty snapper
Snapper Trip – Private/6 PAX (AM) on December 3, 20252 adults
great skipper
0

Trip availability and prices

Trip Date:
Days:
Group Size:
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January 2026
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Number of days
1
Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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4 uur privé 2 personen
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 6:30 AM
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US $690
Entire boat: 2 people
Snappertrip – Privé/6 PAX (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 Hour Trip
starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Mar 31
US $863
Entire boat: up to 7 people
7 uur Trip - Kingfish Privé/6 PAX
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
21 Hour Trip
starts at 6:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Mar 31
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US $1,265
Entire boat: up to 7 people
Privé Hapuka diepzee
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
9 Hour Trip
starts at 6:30 AM
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US $1,438
Entire boat: up to 7 people
Winter blauwvin 4 pers.
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
2 Day Trip
starts at 6:00 AM
Overnight stay, lodging
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Sep 30
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US $1,726
Entire boat: up to 7 people
Privé (marlin
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
10 Hour Trip
starts at 6:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Nov 1 - Jun 1
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US $1,783
Entire boat: up to 7 people
Er zijn 7 personen die naar deze charter kijken.

Rating

5.0
53 reviews
5
44
4
1
3
0
2
0
1
0
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (42)

Days Out Success
Days Out Success
Days Out Success
Days Out Success
Great Days fishing - caught Kingfish & Snappers.
Great Days fishing - caught Kingfish & Snappers.
+36

What anglers say

97%
Great experience
89%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
85%
Recommended
98%
Caught fish

All reviews (53)

Filter
Showing 15 of 53 reviews
Adriaan Steyn Adriaan Steyn
Adriaan Steyn Adriaan Steyn
5.0
Verified
Listen to their customer and delivers exactly what they ask for
Private Hapuka deep sea on December 17, 20252 adults
Darren is an exceptional Skipper. Thanks RNZN for developing people of this quality. Friendly, professional, knowledgeable, reliable and a great organiser. The boat is in perfect shape as is the gear. shout out for crew Johnny as well. Great guy. They don’t just take you to the perfect spots, they coach you in the technique for bait fishing (early morning adrenalin) to landing that big tuna and grabbing a snapper on the way home for dinner. But it does not stop there. Darren organised a Weighmaster on the way in to weigh that trophy and someone to cut it up, smoke it and send it home. In two words: “World Class”.
0
John Sharpe
John Sharpe
5.0
Verified
Days Out Success
Snapper Trip – Private/6 PAX (AM) on October 24, 20252 adults
Darren was a great guide. Caught my Pb Snapper and Kingfish. Boat was great and all fish expertly filleted. Also saw big pod od dolphin. Great day allround.
Reported catch:
Pink Snapper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Response from Captain
October 24, 2025
Was great to get you out a fab day
0
Kane Roberts
Kane Roberts
The captain canceled
Trip was supposed to happen on November 16, 2025
The charter operator canceled on trip date. This is an automated posting.
0
Mark Hawker
Mark Hawker
5.0
Verified
Great Days fishing - caught Kingfish & Snappers.
7 Hr Trip – Kingfish Private/6 PAX on February 8, 20251 adult
Had a great days fishing with Darren. Caught 2 Kingfish around 15-20lb & a few snappers. The crew knew their stuff & were good company for the day.
Review media 0
Review media 1
Reported catch:
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Pink Snapper
1
Ted Dover
Ted Dover
4.7
Verified
tasty snapper
Snapper Trip – Private/6 PAX (AM) on December 3, 20252 adults
great skipper
0

FAQs about Days Out Fishing Charters BOI NZ

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
7 persons
Boat length
30 ft
Year built
2014
Boat manufacturer
Extreme 885
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
Honda
Powered by
2 x 175HP
Max cruising speed
27 knots
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