"Jason Bethune: The Trout Whisperer of New Zealand’s Hidden Waters"
Mark Hopkins Born and raised in Taupo, Jason Bethune honed his fly-fishing skills after school, transforming a childhood passion into a lifelong expertise. With three decades of navigating Taupo’s rivers and lakes, he knows every secret spot where trophy trout lurk. In 2010, he turned his dream into reality by founding TroutBeck Fishing Lodge, where he now shares his mastery as a guide.
More than just a fishing expert, Jason is a storyteller of the river—patient, engaging, and dedicated to crafting unforgettable adventures. While he guarantees you’ll land fish, his real mission is to teach you the how and why behind each cast, revealing tricks and tactics honed over years. His custom fly patterns and instinct for reading water—season to season, dawn to dusk—set him apart. A true wilderness explorer, he thrives in remote backcountry streams where trout remain untouched by human pressure.
Clients don’t just leave with fish tales—they leave calling him the "Trout Whisperer."
Credentials & Expertise:
- Member, New Zealand Professional Fly Fishing Guides Association – Committed to ethical angling and elite guiding standards.
- Alps-to-Sea Adventures – Guiding across rivers, lakes, and high-country waters for all skill levels.
- Species Specialist – Mastery in targeting wild brown and rainbow trout with tailored techniques.
Whether you’re tying your first fly or chasing trophy fish, Jason’s passion ensures a journey as remarkable as the catch.
