Full Day Reef Fishing Private Charter

• • 7:30 AM – Check-in: Meet our friendly crew at our Check-in Hub, Shop G10, The Pier Shopping Centre, 1 Pier Point Road, Cairns. Please do not go directly to the marina, as all guests must check in at our Check-in Hub first.

  • Boarding: Our crew will welcome you and escort you to your vessel at Cairns Marlin Marina, where you’ll receive a welcome aboard and safety briefing.

  • Departure: Sit back, relax and enjoy the scenic journey to the Great Barrier Reef. Travel time is approximately 90 minutes each way, depending on conditions and fishing locations.

  • Let’s Go Fishing! Once we reach our fishing grounds, our crew will provide a brief introduction to reef fishing techniques before helping everyone get their lines in the water.

  • Lunch: Enjoy a freshly prepared buffet lunch onboard around midday.

  • 2:30 PM – Homeward Bound: We begin our journey back to Cairns, giving you time to relax, enjoy a cold beverage if you wish, and take in the beautiful reef scenery. Afternoon tea will also be served during the return journey.

  • 4:00 PM – Return: Arrive back at Cairns Marlin Marina with your catch and some fantastic memories!

  Optional – Catch & Cook Experience

  Why not enjoy your freshly caught fish for dinner?

  Our recommended Catch & Cook restaurant, Tha Fish, is conveniently located at The Pier Shopping Centre, just a short walk from Cairns Marlin Marina.

  Tha Fish can professionally prepare and cook your fresh catch, allowing you to enjoy the fish you’ve caught that very day!

  We recommend contacting Tha Fish directly to arrange your Catch & Cook experience and make a reservation at least 48 hours in advance, particularly during peak and holiday periods.

  Tha Fish Restaurant
  Shop G7b, The Pier Shopping Centre, Cairns
  Phone: (07) 4041 5350
  Website: https://thafish.com.au

  Please note: This itinerary is a guide only. Fishing locations, travel times and the daily schedule may vary depending on weather, sea conditions and the skipper’s discretion.

• Hat
• Sunglasses
• Sunscreen
• Camera
• Towel (if snorkel option selected)
• Cash for beer, soft drinks or merchandise
• BYO Drinks Welcome – Guests are welcome to bring their own drinks onboard. If bringing alcohol, please ensure it is mid-strength, in cans only. No glass bottles are permitted.
• Swimmers and towel for snorkeling option
• Happy Vibes!

There’s an incredible variety of fish waiting to be caught on the Great Barrier Reef! Some of our most commonly targeted species include:

• Coral Trout
• Large & Small Mouth Nannygai
• Red Emperor
• Spanish Mackerel
• Trevally

With such a diverse range of species inhabiting the reef, you never know what you might hook!

• Fish & Snorkel (+ $375 per vessel)
  You can add a snorkel option to your charter. It’s a great way to mix up your day and is really the ultimate Great Barrier Reef day out. We suggest you fish in the morning till around 11am then we move into the shallows next to one of the sand cays and you can swim/snorkel in the crystal clear waters. After lunch you have the option of having another swim/snorkel or return to the fishing grounds for another fish.
• Snorkel Only + $375 per vessel                                                        Snorkeling only charters are enjoyed at Michaelmas Cay, a picturesque sandy cay on the Great Barrier Reef, known for its clear waters, vibrant marine life and bird sanctuary.                                          
• Standard Seafood Upgrade $34 per person – Make your day on the Great Barrier Reef extra special with a delicious selection of chilled local tiger prawns with cocktail sauce & cooked Morton Bay Bugs. 
• Deluxe Seafood Upgrade $40 per person – Make your day on the Great Barrier Reef extra special with a delicious selection of Chilled local tiger prawns with cocktail sauce, smoked salmon, pacific oysters with citrus & cooked Morton Bay bugs. 
• Other menu upgrade options also available, contact us if you’d like more information

Fitzroy Island BBQ Charter (half day)

• Half day (5 hour) trip to Fitzroy Island.
• Depart anytime between 7am-11am
• 70 minute cruise each way to Fitzroy Island
• BBQ Lunch with chicken tacos, salads, condiments and tropical fruit platter
• Seafood lunch upgrades available upon request
• Swim at the island 
• Cruise around the island on the boat or go ashore and explore the resort and island walks
• $3,300 (up to 12 guests)

Island transfers

• Green Island or Fitzroy Island transfers available (one way)
• $1250 (up to 8 passengers depending on vessel available)

Evening BBQ River Cruise

• 2.5 hour cruise along the Trinity Inlet with BBQ on-board.
• $1950 (up to 18 passengers)

Contact us for more information for non-fishing private charters or groups larger than 18.