Trout Tales Tasmania’s Christmas Gifts Ideas for Your Favourite Angler

The holiday season is the perfect time to give something special to the angler in your life-whether they’re heading off on their first fly-fishing adventure or are already chasing wild browns and rainbows in Tasmania’s rivers and lakes. 

It’s a chance to give them something they’ll genuinely use on the water and enjoy all season long.

Here are some relaxed, well-thought-out gift ideas that show you’ve thought about what really matters on the water.

The Best Christmas gift ideas for anglers and people who love fishing in Tasmania

Fly Boxes - Dry Flies Combo

‍One of the best parts of fly fishing in Tasmania is how much conditions can change - from glassy calm mornings to windy afternoons or rivers alive with insects.

Having a range of flies on hand means you’re ready for anything, whether the trout are sipping small dries or chasing terrestrials in the ripple.

That’s why we put together the Dry Flies Combo Box (6 pack) - a curated mix of proven, ready-to-fish patterns that perform across Tasmania’s rivers and lakes. It’s simple, versatile, and built around what actually works here in local conditions.

It makes a great Christmas gift, especially for anyone looking to get started in fly fishing - a compact little box of confidence that’ll help them fish more effectively from their very first cast.

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Stalker Emerger Rod & Reel Combo

For new fly fishers, nothing beats starting with gear that’s simple, balanced, and ready to fish straight out of the box.

The Stalker Emerger 9ft 5/6wt Combo is one of the best beginner-friendly kits going: smooth casting, reliable, and at a price that doesn’t scare people away.

It’s a great setup for tackling popular Tasmanian waters like the Tyenna and Meander, and gives new anglers the confidence to focus on technique rather than tuning gear.

As a Christmas gift, it’s spot on for anyone just getting started - or for someone who’s been borrowing gear and is ready for their own setup.
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Casual Tee (Fishing Lifestyle)  

A comfy, everyday shirt that nods to Tassie trout culture without being over the top.

The Tales from Tassie Tee is something Matt wears off the water just as much as on it - lightweight, good fit, and ideal for post-fishing pub meals or summer days around town.

It’s a simple, easy Christmas gift for any angler who already has “all the gear” but still appreciates something personal, practical, and Tassie-made.
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‍Trout Tales Gift Voucher

If you’re ever unsure what to get an angler, a Trout Tales Gift Voucher is a safe, thoughtful choice. It lets them book a guided experience, gear, flies, or anything else from the shop - whenever it suits them.

If they’re new to fly fishing or keen to build confidence on the water, a voucher can also go toward one of our Trout Tales Learn to Fly Fish Workshops. 

These sessions are designed for beginners and early-stage anglers, covering casting, gear setup, reading water, and on-stream technique in a friendly, hands-on setting.

A great way to turn a gift into real skills - and often the start of a lifelong passion for trout fishing in Tasmania.

It’s the kind of gift that leads to real memories: a summer day on the Tyenna, a session on Penstock, or a beginner lesson with one of our guides.

Bonus Idea: Action Camera (GoPro or similar)

If there’s one thing we use constantly at Trout Tales, it’s the GoPro. Capturing first-person footage of takes, follows and hook-ups is incredibly fun - especially for families, beginners, or anyone who likes reliving their trip afterwards.

An action camera turns a normal day of fishing into something you can share and look back on for years. Easy to clip to a hat, chest mount or boat rail, it’s a simple gift that adds a whole new layer of enjoyment to time on the water.

A perfect Christmas option for anglers who love documenting their adventures - or for anyone heading out on a guided trip with us.

Bonus Idea: Polarised Fly Fishing Sunglasses

‍We regularly talk about the importance of a good pair of sunglasses in our videos and blog posts - like in our What To Bring For A Summer Fishing Trip video - because being able to see into the water can completely change your day on the river.

Spotting trout sitting in runs, cruising through shallow glides, or holding in the shadows becomes much easier when you’re wearing proper polarised lenses.

There are plenty of great options out there, but Matt personally uses Ortís sunglasses for their clear vision, comfort, and glare protection.

A quality pair doesn’t just help you see fish better - it also protects your eyes from UV, branches, and the occasional rogue fly.

They’re one of those thoughtful Christmas gifts that’ll be appreciated every time they’re worn on the water.

Stuck for gift ideas? Sort Christmas early.

A good Christmas gift for an angler doesn’t need to be complicated. It just needs to feel thoughtful, useful, and connected to the moments they love most on the water.

Whether it’s a box of reliable Tassie flies, a first rod and reel setup, a practical tee, or something bigger like a guided day out, each option on this list adds something real to their time outdoors.

Sort Christmas early, skip the guesswork, and give them something that’ll make their next season a little more enjoyable.

(And who knows – with the right gift, you might just end up tagging along for the next trip.)