Sophie Lea Sport Fishing is a well-established and trusted fishing charter located in Brightlingsea, New Zealand. With over 20 years of experience, they are known for their professionalism and expertise in the fishing industry. The charter has a loyal customer base from all over Europe, including Belgium, Germany, and Holland. They have even been featured on SKY TV.
The highlight of Sophie Lea Sport Fishing is their new fast and stable charter/sport fishing catamaran, Sophie Lea II. This catamaran is one of the fastest in the area, equipped with twin 300 HP NEF turbo diesels, totalling 600 HP. This ensures both safety and top speeds of just under 24 knots, with cruising speeds of 16 knots. These impressive speeds allow for shorter offshore trip steaming times, giving anglers more time to enjoy their fishing adventures.
The catamaran provides an exceptional angling experience with its outstanding stability and ample space. In fact, catamarans are proven to be 50% more stable than mono-hull boats, making it a perfect choice for those who suffer from sea sickness. With twice the space of a mono-hull boat, anglers will have all the room they need on board.
On board the Sophie Lea II, comfort is a priority. The crew cab offers sheltered seating with warm air heating. There are also on-deck toilet facilities for convenience. The boat is equipped with modern electronics, including class B AIS, a 240v generator, Garmin colour touch screen fish finders and plotters, forward-looking sonar, satellite navigation, and a colour Garmin radar overlay.
The boat is designed with the angler's needs in mind, featuring a mass of comfortable deck space and a walk-around island wheelhouse for crew safety. There is also a bait station and plenty of seating options, ensuring everyone can find their ideal spot on the boat. Sophie Lea II is versatile and has been used for wind farm work, crew changes, and shallow water surveys for various well-known companies.
Sophie Lea Sport Fishing values safety and professionalism, and as such, they have implemented a no-alcohol policy on board. This ensures that all anglers can have a great fishing experience without any disturbances.
In terms of pricing, Sophie Lea Sport Fishing offers options for both individuals and groups. Walk-on individuals can enjoy a fishing trip for NZ$65 each, including rod hire if required and dead bait. For group bookings, the prices are NZ$495 for eight anglers and NZ$595 for up to ten anglers, including dead baits. The charter now also offers half-day trips from 9 am to 1 pm, with specific details available upon inquiry.
To make a booking, individuals can contact the boat directly at 07774 492856 or alternatively, evenings at 01255 821255. For any inquiries or additional information, email lboly@btinternet. Com. Sophie Lea Sport Fishing also accepts PayPal payments for convenience.
For individuals looking to give the perfect exclusive gift, Sophie Lea Sport Fishing offers charter fishing trip gift vouchers. These vouchers can be purchased online using PayPal, and a gift voucher and information pack will be sent promptly. Major credit and debit cards are accepted for payment.
To stay up to date with special offers and last-minute trip availability, individuals can subscribe to the mailing list on the Sophie Lea Sport Fishing website. By providing an email address, subscribers will receive exclusive deals and updates from the charter.
Please note that individuals are encouraged to read and understand the terms and conditions of Sophie Lea Sport Fishing before making a booking. The terms and conditions can be found at the bottom of the webpage.