About Moeraki Fishing Charters

Moeraki Fishing Charters has been running since 1991 in the small fishing village of Moeraki in North Otago.

Prior to this the 37 foot  "KIWA" was a commercial fishing vessel used for crayfishing.

The KIWA is the only boat in Moeraki that is running as a 7 day a week charter boat. 

KIWA was built by the Pile family in 1968  to use for fishing around the Moeraki coast and is an excellent sea vessel.

KIWA provides a great way for family and friends to spend a fun day together fishing and sightseeing around the coast of Moeraki. 

Callum and Kirsten Buchanan have been running the business since October 2009 and look forward to providing excellent service to all existing clients and new clients.

Callum Buchanan - Skipper/Owner

Callum has been working on commercial fishing boats since High School. Callum has been commercial fishing for crayfishing and bluecod, diving for paua and dredging for clams. Callum has worked out of Kaka Point in the Catlins, Knights Point on West Coast up from Haast, Stewart Island, Fiordland from Doubtful to Dusky Sound and Cloudy Bay in the Marlborough Sounds. Callum has an extensive fishing background and is now looking forward to working out of Moeraki and using his knowledge to help you enjoy and make the most of your fishing trip with Moeraki Fishing Charters.

Prices and Booking Information

The cost for a charter is $100.00 per person.
This price includes rod and reel hire.

KIWA can take up to 11 passengers.

Moeraki Fishing Charters is available for fishing charters 7 days a week leaving the wharf around 7am and returning around lunchtime.

Kiwa has an onboard toilet and provide tea and coffee on board. We also have a gas oven and cooker and we will happily cook up some of your fresh caught blue cod. You are welcome to bring your own food and refreshments on the boat.

You will need to bring warm clothing, sunscreen, hats and of course a chilli bin to take away your fresh fish.

RECIPE - For Battered Blue Cod

This is a wonderful recipe for a light batter for Blue Cod. Can also be used for Oysters.

1/2 Cup Cornflour
1/4 Cup Flour
1 Teaspoon Baking Powder
1/4 Teaspoon Salt
1/2 Cup Milk

Blend all ingredients well.
You can place gladwrap over bowl and place in fridge until you are ready to use it.
Enjoy