Cairns, Port Douglas & Palm Cove Fishing
>> Fishing in and around Cairns
In Far North Queensland you'll have a fantastic choice of fishing activities and entertainment.
You can fish directly from the beach or from a jetty. Common species caught here are mackerel and grunter. At dusk, look for squid, but watch out for the ink! During the warm months of September to November, you will usually catch barramundi, giant trevally, queenfish and sharks. The Spanish mackerel is also a popular target for many locals. Even your kids will have some species to catch, such as whiting, stripeys, and yellowtail.
For those who prefer game and sport fishing and the chance to catch a monster, jump on one of the following expeditions:
You can fish directly from the beach or from a jetty. Common species caught here are mackerel and grunter. At dusk, look for squid, but watch out for the ink! During the warm months of September to November, you will usually catch barramundi, giant trevally, queenfish and sharks. The Spanish mackerel is also a popular target for many locals. Even your kids will have some species to catch, such as whiting, stripeys, and yellowtail.
For those who prefer game and sport fishing and the chance to catch a monster, jump on one of the following expeditions:
Aqua-Cat Charters
Cairns' "number one" reef fishing charter boat operators provide boat charters for recreational reef fishing all year round. Sole boats and share charters are available, as well as day trips and light tackle fishing trips during season closures.
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| Where: | 28 Clifton Road, Clifton Beach. |
| Website: | Aqua-Cat |
Australia Fishing Expeditions
Providing river fishing, reef fishing, heli-fishing and even outback fishing safaris, Australian Fishing Expeditions has something for everyone.
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| Contact Julie and Laurie Wright | |
| Where: | PO Box 18, Malanda. |
| Phone: | +61 (0)7 4095 2260 or +61 (0)4 2755 6039 |
| Website: | Australia Fishing Expeditions |
Billfish Sport Fishing
Operating deep sea game fishing charters on the Great Barrier Reef for many years, the experienced crew of the MV Billfish will take you on the hunt for Spanish mackerel, yellowfin tuna, trevally, barracuda and many more.
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| Where: | Cairns |
| Phone: | +61 (0)7 4031 4444 |
| Website: | Billfish Sport Fishing |
Big Fish Down Under - Moana Fishing Charters
Cairns has long been recognised as the giant black marlin fishing capital of the world, and the crew at Big Fish Down Under know the region like the back of their hand. Anglers wanting to experience the ultimate in big game fishing have found a match made in heaven here!
Captain Daniel McCarthy brings more than 20 years of expertise and local knowledge to Big Fish Down Under, taking to the waters aboard the Moana III. This 47 foot charter boat has an open permit to operate in waters up to 200NM from the coastline, including Lizard Island, Ribbon Reefs, the Coral Sea, Cooktown and Cape York, as well as areas to the south of Cairns. Complete flexibility on all charters is available.
Services offered include:
Captain Daniel McCarthy brings more than 20 years of expertise and local knowledge to Big Fish Down Under, taking to the waters aboard the Moana III. This 47 foot charter boat has an open permit to operate in waters up to 200NM from the coastline, including Lizard Island, Ribbon Reefs, the Coral Sea, Cooktown and Cape York, as well as areas to the south of Cairns. Complete flexibility on all charters is available.
Services offered include:
- Heavy tackle giant black/blue marlin fishing
- Light tackle, sports fishing, reef and deep sea fishing
- Private scuba diving
- Snorkelling charters
- Luxury day cruising
- Corporate functions
- Honeymoon getaways
- Whale watching (seasonal)
- Remote fishing expeditions
- Barramundi fishing
For More Information
| Daniel McCarthy | |
| Where: | Earlville. |
| Phone: | +61 413 054 031 |
| Website: | Big Fish Down Under |
Ross Finlayson Marlin Charters
With more than 18 years of experience fishing and game fishing along Cairns, the Great Barrier Reef and east coast of Australia, Captain Ross Finlayson provides one of the most professional marlin and sport fishing charters in the country.
Charters include the Top Shot Liveaboard, suitable for accommodating three anglers and crew for a minimum of four days...or until you catch the fish of a lifetime!
All meals, beverages and linen are provided. Anglers need only bring an overnight bag with personal belongings.
Charters include the Top Shot Liveaboard, suitable for accommodating three anglers and crew for a minimum of four days...or until you catch the fish of a lifetime!
All meals, beverages and linen are provided. Anglers need only bring an overnight bag with personal belongings.
For More Information
| Where: | Cairns. |
| Phone: | +61 (0) 7 4055 2490 or +61 (0)4 1818 3565 |
| Website: | Australian Game Fishing |
