Wellingtons best fishing charters!
The New Black Pearl
The BRAND NEW Black Pearl is a custom built 10m Osprey powered by twin 225 Yamaha outboards supporting the latest release in outboard technology, Yamahas “HELM MASTER” system.
Fully kitted out with the latest Raymarine electronics, with Matts 30 years of fishing in the Wellington area and ongoing experience in the charter industry no detail has been overlooked.
In full restricted coastal Maritime survey she truly is a go anywhere boat and the newest most modern charter boat in the Wellington area.
Reliable & fast, cruising at 30 knots she gets you to the fishing spots quickly and safely, meaning more time for fishing and less time traveling!
Directions: Launching Locations
On the majority of trips we leave from Mana Cruising Club or occasionally Seaview Marina depending on the weather and fishing expectations, I will confirm this with you the night before.
Mana Cruising Club 5 Pascoe Avenue, Mana, Porirua 5026, New Zealand.
When heading north on SH1 after going over the inlet bridge take a left at the second set of traffic lights at the marina motel. Head over the train tracks and take a left between the rugby fields. You can park next to the club rooms in the members area, I will be to the right by the launching ramp.
Seaview Marina 100 Port Road, Seaview, Lower Hutt 5010, New Zealand.
Park on Port Road closest to the corner of Marine Drive (Eastbourne end) Walk through the track by the toilets and across the car park. I will be in front of you at the launching ramp.
Skipper: Matt Dobson
I grew up fishing in Wellington chasing anything with fins. In the past I have run fishing charters in the Bay of Islands NZ, catching everything from Snapper to Marlin. I have been a top Trout guide in Queenstown. After fishing the Wellington area for over 20 years I established Black Pearl Charters in 2013 and I am enjoying every minute of it.
My philosophy on guiding is to get you guys out there fishing and having fun. So I have built up a fishing charter that I would want to fish with if i were to go on a charter myself – fast, clean, safe but most all, fun!
Whether this is your first time, or you have fished the whole world, you won’t be disappointed by my knowledge of the area and the fishing we have on offer. My friendly relaxed attitude will be sure to make for an enjoyable day on the water.
Our most popular charter options
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extremely disappointed with this charter I would have got better value setting fire to my money 
Al Hackett
December 28, 2020
We had another awesome trip with Matt Dobson, he is friendly and has a very clean and tidy vessel, its a beast of a boat really.
The fishing was a day of surprises starting with the weather followed by a mixed bag with Snapper, Gurnard, Trevally, Tarakihi, Kahawai all coming aboard...
Cheers Matt boys were stoked.... 
Patrick Barrett
December 22, 2020 Our team had a great afternoon on Black Pearl. It was a beautiful day and they enjoyed the fishing. 
Fiona Palmer
December 15, 2019 -
Great day out fishing, Matt was easy going and sorted everything for us, thanks
James Eades
January 4, 2018Took some mates from overseas on an evening charter. Matt, the skipper, as well as being a great host, sure knows his stomping ground, as we came away with a good haul of snapper, which was what we were after.
Wayne Affat
February 24, 2018Great charter heaps of fun..... skipper is awesome
Daz Horsley
January 12, 2018 - Matt is a very relaxed operator, but don't be fooled. Behind the jovial man lies a wealth of fishing knowledge, not just of local Wellington waters. You will receive excellent care and dedication from a passionate skipper who loves to share his enjoyment of fishing with everyone, wether you are an absolute newbie to a seasoned veteran, your time will be structured around making fishing memories. Black Pearl Charters Wellington are one of the best I've had the pleasure of engaging for a fishing fix. I'm not new to fishing and I couldn't fault Matt's operation and cant recommend him enough. Cheers Matt, we will be back for sure.
Aaron Reade
July 15, 2019Awesome trip out... caught about a hundred snapper kept 30!!!! Great day out with Matt... highly recommend
Natasha Keith
January 22, 2018 Matty is best skipper and good fun good times and almost guaranteed catching fish and very reasonable prices A+++ 
Chris Nichols
April 3, 2019 - We had an amazing trip out with Black Pearl! The captain was awesome and the fishing was so much fun with plenty of snapper fillets to take home. Totally recommend and we’ll be back for more. Worth every cent!
Sarah Sally Schiess Moncheur
April 9, 2021 Great evening charter with Matt. He made less than perfect conditions look easy. very knowledgeable skipper . 
Anne Simpson
December 9, 2018 Matt's knowledge is second to none, put us on the fish quick as... A great host too. 
Nigel Boggs
December 22, 2019 -
Was awesome afternoon Father caught his first snapper at age 67 .on the fish that day Matt cheers Dude
Boogerneese Dave
May 30, 2018 Awesome good fishing Matt will look after ya 
Carl Coley
October 30, 2018Wonderful day. Matt knows his stuff and the good fishing places around welly coast. Would definitely go out with him again.
Philip Meldon
March 31, 2018 -
Been a couple of times - each time Matt went above and beyond to ensure we had a great time. Top notch gear, local knowledge, comfortable boat and gets you onto the fish super quick thanks to twin grunty outboards. Worth every penny.
Aengus Jankowsky
October 24, 2017 We had a great time fishing with Black Pearl Charters on Saturday, a couple of nice kings returned to the sea for next time, Matt is a great skipper and has an awesome boat, plenty of space and a comfortable ride, We will definitely be back, I would recommend this operator if you are looking for a great day on the water.
Cheers Matt
Gazz 
Garry Howes
June 29, 2020Awesome morning out on the black pearl this morning. Snapper for the boys, kingi for the queen few kahawai in amongst it too! Great hospitality from Matt! Real down to earth and realistic. Highly recommend to anyone looking to do a fishing charter.
Amanda MacDonald
February 15, 2018 - Another awesome evening out with Matt. As usual he was a great host, the gear is in top condition, boat is fast so gets you in the water quick as and he knows his stuff. fish weren't on the chew hard out but still came away with mixed bag of kahawai, snapper, trevelly, and a good gurnard so can't complain at that! All in all a awesome evening out on the pearl to finish the week off!
Wade Craze
November 23, 2018 Great afternoon out on the boat, even though the fish avoided my hook- the others had more luck. Matt was absolutely brilliant with our 7 year old grandson answering his questions with great patience. We will definitely be back. Thank you 
Amanda Meldon
December 30, 2019 I am ashamed to say i wasted money with these cowboys Fool on me for trusting these Crooks 
Jamie Doyle
January 30, 2021 -
Another awesome trip with Matt on the Black Pearl! If I’m organizing the trip, it will always be with him and his boat. Fast, reliable and good conversations. Not to mention a bin full of fish! �
Dan Leavasa
April 2, 2018Awesome day trip out, first time out but will definitely go again, Matt looked after us all very well
Cameron Leigh Tongue
October 27, 2017Fantastic day today. Thanks heaps Matt what an awesome charter. You were so welcoming and we all had a great time.
Gaylene Boggs
March 30, 2018 - Recommend Black Pearl Charters to anyone! Enjoyed yesterday even in the southerly cold and rain it was a lot of fun! No wind and calm sea. Thanks to Matt for the afternoon! Will be back!
Ro Brown
June 24, 2019Great day out on Black Pearl !!! Great work Matty!!
Hamish Sproson
January 27, 2018 Very professional pilot. Very lovely boat. great afternoon 
Glenda Athea
November 2, 2019 - great service , awesome host ,
Raymond Green
January 27, 2020Had a great afternoon out! Caught a heap of fish and couldn't have asked for anymore. Matt was awesome, I highly recommend this charter and will defentially be booking again!
Jake Mcintosh
January 15, 2018 Best charter in Wellington 
Keith Storey
December 3, 2019
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