13 Australia Fishing Trips That Earn Their Price

1.Hook A Barra Fishing Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 283 reviews · from $48Our pick

Spend one hour at Hook-A-Barra in Wonga Beach learning to catch barramundi with rods, tackle, lures, and bait supplied. Guides help beginners handle the fish, while viewing tanks explain this famous Queensland species. Fish range from 50cm to over 1 meter, and all pond catches are released.

“I highly recommend this place for a bit of fun. We caught 3 good sized fish. It’s a great place for kids to attend and get into fishing. Next time I go to Cairns my kids will be with me and we will definitely take them there.”

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2.Out n About Sportfishing for Share and Private Charters on Reef and Estuary

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 203 reviews · from $154

Fish from Port Douglas with a maximum of six people per boat, choosing reef or estuary water as conditions allow. Rods, reels, bait, water, soda, sunscreen, and insect repellent are supplied. Skippers including Malcolm, Sean, Rossco, and Paul are praised for hands-on help with beginners and families.

“The fishing trip was awesome. We were lucky enough to have great weather. It took about 25 min to get out onto the reef and started catching fish straight away. Highly recommend Out n About”

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3.Cairns Estuary Fishing

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 121 reviews

Join Darryl or Dazza from Fish Tales Charters at 6:30 am for 4.5 hours aboard the 19-foot River Rocket. You will fish Trinity Inlet for grunter, fingermark, mangrove jack, queenfish, threadfin, and possibly barramundi, while cruising mangroves where crocodiles may appear. Gear, bait, water, ice, and an esky are included.

“Great experience. Darryl was an excellent host. We did not catch a lot of fish but it wasn’t from a lack of effort. It was a beautiful stretch of water and got to see a lot of the estuary system. We would come again if we are in Cairns.”

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4.4H Snorkeling and Fishing Cruise on Magnetic Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 53 reviews · from $114

Join local operator Drew for a four-hour cruise around Magnetic Island, limited to eight people. You can snorkel at bays such as Florence and Arthur, fish with supplied gear, explore boat-only viewpoints, and hear lively island stories. The route changes with conditions, and whale sightings are possible at certain times of year.

“This trip is run by an owner/operator local, Drew. He caters for those who love fishing, for snorkelers with top quality gear or for those who just want to soak up the sun on a secluded beach. Very engaging commentary all the way, Drew knows the history of the island, lovRead more”

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5.Hook-A-Barra Fishing and Farm Activity

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 47 reviews · from $78

Spend 2.5 hours at Hook-A-Barra near Wonga Beach with a small group of up to eight. Luke, Lee, Gaz, and Flynn are among the guides who lead the farm visit, explain barramundi production, teach you how to fish the big pond, and serve a tasting platter featuring barra prepared three ways.

“Absolutely amazing. Tasting platter was delicious. The staff were very nice and helpful. And of course, the fishing, it was great. My son had the time of his life.”

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6.1/2 Day 5 Hour Offshore Fishing Charter

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 41 reviews · from $175

Join Deep Sea Fishing Co. Noosa for a five-hour offshore trip from Noosa Marina aboard a 36-foot Cougar catamaran. The crew, including skippers such as Clint and deckhand Seb, supplies bait, tackle, water and refreshments. Fish for reef species, mackerel, tuna and more, then take home your cleaned catch.

“The Boat caught a Couple of Sharks and many other smaller fish that were returned. Skipper filleted the Fish and everyone on the boat got a really good fillet to take home for tea, Great trip. Getting out of Noosa heads is something that you will never forget”

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7.Gold Coast’s Broadwater Private Calm Water Fishing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 40 reviews · from $358

Start at 7:00 am from Howard Street Boat Ramp in Runaway Bay for about five hours aboard Beachcomber. Andreas and Cooper provide rods, tackle, fishing tips, snacks, bottled water, and soft drinks as you fish the sheltered Broadwater with your private group of up to eight.

“Andreas and Cooper were the best. So much fun fishing and chatting. Andreas was very knowledgeable. Cooper was very patient and helpful.”

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8.From Port Douglas: Barramundi Pond Fishing with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 21 reviews · 3h 30m · from $109

Ride the Barramobile from Port Douglas to Hook-A-Barra in the Daintree for a farm tour, viewing tanks, lunch, and one hour of guided catch-and-release fishing. Guides such as Michael, Leigh, Steve, and Adam help beginners land large barramundi, with smaller fish available for a near-guaranteed catch.

“I really didn’t know what to expect when I booked this tour, it was incredible. Michael (our guide) was extremely informative and friendly. We all had a wonderful time. Our groups age range was from 4-75. The 4yo helped real in a Barra and had an absolute ball. I would 100% recommend.”

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9.Cairns: Great Barrier Reef Fishing Charter with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 12 reviews · 9 hours · from $240

Join Cairns Reef Fishing for a full day on the Great Barrier Reef, targeting Coral Trout, Red Emperor, Large Mouth Nannygai, and Spanish Mackerel. Guides including Eddie, Devon, Andrew, and Stan help with bait, tackle, and landing fish. The $240 fare includes gear, lunch, afternoon tea, water, reef taxes, and cleaned catch.

“was good but probably would have been better if there was more of a water flow. I know that's just the weather need more rain :) not sure we would do it again though. was a lovely experience and the guides were great :)”

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10.Cairns: Morning Estuary Fishing Charter

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 8 reviews · 4h 30m · from $106

Meet your English-speaking guide at Cairns Marlin Marina at 6:30am for a 4.5-hour fishing trip through Trinity Inlet. Fish Tales Charters supplies PENN Slammer reels, rods, bait, tackle, water, and an ice-filled esky. Darryl has earned warm praise for his friendly help, while catches may include grunter, salmon, sharks, barramundi, queenfish, and trevally.

“Both my wife and my younger girl (7yo) caught a grunter and a salmon each. I caught an eel which got away. Apart from these we (including my 11yo girl) caught a bunch of sharks. Overall a very good day despite the rain!!”

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11.Gold Coast: Kayak Fishing Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2 reviews · from $89

Set out from Kingscliff, 15 minutes south of Gold Coast Airport, for a two-hour self-guided kayak fishing trip on Cudgen Creek. Your stable sit-on-top kayak, rod, reel, bait, tackle, safety briefing, and local fishing handbook are provided. Paddle quiet mangrove channels, try for flathead, bream, whiting, or mangrove jack, and enjoy catch-and-release fishing with photo highlights.

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12.Sunshine Coast: Fishing Charters

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 5 hours · from $198

Join skipper Dave for a five-hour offshore fishing trip from Pelican Waters Marina in Caloundra. Ride a custom-built 650HP boat to reefs such as 5 Mile, 7 Mile, Murphys Reef, and Coffee Rocks. Rods, reels, bait, tackle, safety gear, and deckhand help are included, with legal fish kept and cleaned on request.

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13.Sydney: Onshore Fishing Experience with Equipment

★★★★★★★★★★3.3 · 2 reviews · 3 hours

Meet by the water for a three-hour, land-based fishing session in Sydney. Local fishermen provide rods, tackle, and fresh bait, then help you read the spot, improve your technique, and fish with confidence. The private format suits solo anglers, couples, and larger groups, though you should confirm group size when booking.

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