Opening hours (Open 7 days a week) +

Our cafe and fishing experience is open every day between 9AM - 5PM (last entry at 4pm)

Prices +

Salmon Fishing

• Free use of equipment / Have to buy what you catch
• Salmon per kg of catch: $38.00
• (average fish size Summer 1.8kg)
• Fish cleaning service is included. Hot smoking and sashimi are optional

Hot smoking your own catch to have on the spot or take away

• Your first fish smoked: $12.00
• Each one after: $6.00

Sashimi (own catch) finely sliced salmon served with wasabi, soy sauce and chopsticks:

• One fillet sashimi: $8.00
• Whole fish sashimi: $12.00

Getting to Anatoki & Parking +

• Getting there from Motueka

The Anatoki Salmon Farm is easy to find. Follow road signs to Motueka, a town close to Nelson. From there it's only a 50 minute drive to Takaka.

1 km before entering Takaka, on state highway 60, you turn left onto "Long Plain Road" (see brown road sign). From there follow "Anatoki Salmon" signage for about 5.5km till you arrive at the farm. Parking is free.

Expected fish sizes per month on average +

Month - Expected Sizes

April: 900 grams

May: 1000 grams

June: 1200 grams

July: 1300 grams

August: 1500 grams

September: 1700 grams

October: 1800 grams

November: 1800 grams

December: 1800 grams

January: 1600 grams

February: 1800 grams

March: 800 grams

Contact Anatoki +

Freephone: 0800 262 865 (between 9am - 4.30pm)

Phone: 03 525 7251 (between 9am - 4.30pm)

E-mail: info@anatokisalmon.co.nz

Address: 230 McCallum Road, Takaka, Golden Bay, South Island, New Zealand

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) +

Contact us anytime: info@anatokisalmon.co.nz or during work hours: 0800 262865

Do I have to make a reservation? No, you do not have to make a booking for the fishing experience or lunch.

When are you open? Open every day. Go to the first heading on this page for the exact opening hours. October to May 9am - 4pm and May to October 10am - 3.30pm

Where are you located? 230 McCallum Road, Takaka, Golden Bay South Island. Just follow the brown road signs and Anatoki Salmon sign posts.

How can I contact Anatoki Salmon? Email info@anatokisalmon.co.nz or call our free phone number: 0800 262 865 (work hours) or send an e-mail to

Can we bring our dog? Yes

Can we bring our cat? Maybe

What does the fishing experience cost me? The entry, the use of fishing gear and the cleaning of the fish are free of charge. You only pay per kg of catch. Hot smoking and Sashimi is extra

What do we need to bring? Nothing except from sun screen, sandfly spray perhaps and warm outdoor clothing when chilly. The fishing equipment is provided. You are not allowed to use your own fishing rod for biosecurity reasons. What do I need to bring? You can also bring a chilly bin to take your salmon home in if you would like.

I have never fished before, is that ok? No experience is necessary. We'll explain how to use the gear, and with your own luck, you'll be guaranteed success.

I'm travelling. Is there a way to preserve my catch to eat later? There are several options available to preserve your catch such as: ice, vac packs and chilly bins.

How long does the fish keep for? Fresh fish in the fridge for 5 days and that's the same for smoked fish. Vacuum packing can extend the life of hot smoked fish.

Where may I read more about the Golden Bay? There is a lot to do and see in Golden Bay. Go to www.goldenbaynz.co.nz

Where can I buy Anatoki Salmon? If you're not able to visit Golden Bay you can buy it directly from our web shop.

I'm in a wheelchair can I still catch a salmon? Of course. There is disabled parking beside the cafe and the fishing lake is highly accessible.

Groups and Tours +

Everything is possible! Fishing, lunch, coffee or just have a look around.

Please contact us for more information or book email info@anatokisalmon.co.nz.

Overnight Parking (POP) +

Visitors with self-contained campervans are welcome to stay at our parking free of charge of course and no longer than two nights.