Highlights
- Iconic reef species such as Coral Trout, Reef Emperor and Spanish Mackeral
- Catch cleaning facilities and bagged to take home
- All fishing gear and lunch included
- Knowledgeable and supportive crew
Description
Cairns is the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, and with its huge diversity of fish, it is home to some of the best light tackle sports fishing in the world. Off-shore reel fishing in Tropical North Queensland offers you the exhilaration of pursuing a prize catch in the stunning surrounds of the Great Barrier Reef.
Cairns Reef Fishing offers daily fishing charters to the reef in the comfort and safety of two purpose built Randell fishing boats, either the 48 foot Aqua Cat or the 42 foot Blue Whaler. Both vessels are loaded with the best on board electronics, fishing equipment and facilities, including spacious undercover decks with seating for all and full size toilets and amenities. A full range of high quality fishing gear is provided, including Shimano, Penn and new Fin Nor reels as well as hand lines if you are that way inclined. Twin inboard engines will ensure you get to the outer reef and the action as quickly and safely as possible and huge refrigerated ice boxes will ensure your catch is kept in tip top condition until your return to Cairns.
On the way out to the Reef from Cairns you will get the chance to troll some lures for large Dolphin fish, Mackerel, Wahoo, Sailfish, Marlin and varieties of Tuna. Once at the Great Barrier Reef you will be fishing on or near the bottom (30-60 metres) for Coral Trout, Red Emperor, Large and Small Mouth Nannygai, Sweet Lip Cod, Trevally, GT's and many other reef unique reef species. Some surface baits will also be put out targeting Mackeral or Cobia.
The crew are all experienced and knowledgeable local fisherman who hand make all their own rigs. They will set the lures and bait the lines and then hand the rod over to you. They are always on hand to help out and offer encouragement and will happily guide and instruct you on the fishing trip of a lifetime! Enjoy an awesome day of fishing, a tasty lunch and a be ready to land fish in excess of 10kgs (20lbs)!
Trips Includes
- Reef fishing
- Lunch & refreshments (tea, coffee & water)
- Fishing guides, bait & tackle
- Take home your catch (cleaned, gutted & bagged by our crew)
Duration
Duration
- 6.30am (returns approx 3.30pm)
- Departs from D finger, Cairns Marina
- Operates daily all year
Other Information
- Child rates apply (10-14yrs)
- Minimum age is 10 years on shared charters
- Maximum of 12 anglers per trip on shared charters
- Private charters available for up to 15 passengers
- Please contact us to check availability before making your booking
- Toilet on board
- Operates all year
- Children welcome onboard
- All you need to bring is a hat, sunscreen, sunglasses & a camera
- All charters are BYO alcohol if you choose, there is ample ice on board
- If you have young kids or you want a half day trip check out the half day estuary fishing
- $20 AUD fuel levy to be paid per person per day upon check in
Normal Retail Prices (additional AUD$20.00 fuel levy per person payable direct on the day)
- Adult: AUD$330.00
- Child (10-14yrs): AUD$310.00
- Private Charter (up to 12 people): AUD$3600.00
- Private Charter (up to 15 people): AUD$4250.00
All prices shown in AUD$.
