Hook Up Fishing ChartersΒ 

4.9/5Β (292 reviews)
Β Ashford Avenue, Port Douglas, QL 4877, Australia–

Hook Up Fishing ChartersΒ 

4.9/5Β (292 reviews)
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Ashford Avenue
Port Douglas, QL, Australia

New boat with the same great service!

If you are ready for an awesome adventure down under, Hook Up Fishing Charters is for you. Come along with your friends, family, or even share a trip with anglers you've yet to befriend, everyone is welcome on board.

Captain Shawry will take you to some of the most pristine fishing locations in North Queensland. Fishing Australian coastal and outer reefs is an experience like no other and never disappoints. You really don't have to travel far to be on the fish, just need to get in front of the inlet and you are good to go.

Hook Up Fishing Charters boasts a brand new 2023 7.2 m centre console, which can comfortably fit 5 anglers without crossing rods. With 2 150 HP Suzuki engines and a cruising speed of 30 knots, you'll be on the fish before you know it. Along with fishfinder and Capt. Shawry's 25 years of experience fishing in this area, you'll have your lines in the water and reeling in your dream catch in no time.

You can expect a huge variety of fish on these trips. Everything from Spanish Mackerel, Giant Trevally, and Snapper, to Coral Trout, Nannygai, Red Emperor, and plenty more.

Kids are welcome on board, great for families. Beginners and experienced anglers will love these trips and the fishing opportunities they offer.

Capt. Shawry knows which fish will bite when, so whichever trip you choose, at whatever time of the day, he will get you on the fish and give you a day to remember.

New boat with the same great service!

If you are ready for an awesome adventure down under, Hook Up Fishing Charters is for you. Come along with your friends, family, or even share a trip with anglers you've yet to befriend, everyone is welcome on board.

Captain Shawry will take you to some of the most pristine fishing locations in North Queensland. Fishing Australian coastal and outer reefs is an experience like no other and never disappoints. You really don't have to travel far to be on the fish, just need to get in front of the inlet and you are good to go.

Hook Up Fishing Charters boasts a brand new 2023 7.2 m centre console, which can comfortably fit 5 anglers without crossing rods. With 2 150 HP Suzuki engines and a cruising speed of 30 knots, you'll be on the fish before you know it. Along with fishfinder and Capt. Shawry's 25 years of experience fishing in this area, you'll have your lines in the water and reeling in your dream catch in no time.

You can expect a huge variety of fish on these trips. Everything from Spanish Mackerel, Giant Trevally, and Snapper, to Coral Trout, Nannygai, Red Emperor, and plenty more.

Kids are welcome on board, great for families. Beginners and experienced anglers will love these trips and the fishing opportunities they offer.

Capt. Shawry knows which fish will bite when, so whichever trip you choose, at whatever time of the day, he will get you on the fish and give you a day to remember.

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Rating

4.9
292 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (271)

What anglers say

97%
Great experience
94%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
97%
Recommended
89%
Caught fish

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James Hoffmann
James Hoffmann
au
Australia
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Member since 2025
0
5.0
Verified
Shawry is the man to make a bad day shine.
3/4 Day Trip – Coastal Reef Private on April 1, 2026 β€’ 5 adults
I had my son and two sons in law with me and had a great experience on the ocean and river system. The conversation with an experienced salty who knows people nearly as well as his fishing knowledge is worth the time on its own. We were aware the conditions were not great but the Skipper worked hard for us. If anyone is thinking about fishing this part of Australia Hooked Up is the perfect family charter to use.
Reported catch:
Sweetlip Emperor
Cod
Response from Captain
April 1, 2026
Thank you so much James!
Jade Clarke
Jade Clarke
au
Australia
β€’
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
New
Family Trip to Port Douglas
3/4 Day Trip – Coastal Reef Private on April 30, 2026 β€’ 2 adults β€’ 1 child
The captain was friendly and accommodating, making the trip enjoyable despite the off-and-on rain. My little one was especially excited to catch a fish which made the experience for us, memorable.
Josh BELL
Josh BELL
au
Australia
β€’
Member since 2025
0
5.0
Verified
Half day coastal
Half Day Trip – Coastal Reef (AM) on September 3, 2025 β€’ 2 adults β€’ 2 children
Great morning out with Shawry. Boat set up is awesome. Took myself and my two teenage kids (13&15) to multiple locations off the coast. At each spot we were pretty much on the fish straight away, if we weren't, we moved on to the next spot. 20+ fish caught, many different species. Shawry was great, very knowledgeable. Provided all the gear and did everything for us, great with the kids. Even spotted some dolphins on the way out. Highly recommended. Thanks Shawry and Julie. We will be back!
Response from Captain
September 3, 2025
Thanks so much Josh! See you next time πŸ™‚
Melanie Schafer
Melanie Schafer
Repeat angler
au
Australia
β€’
Member since 2025
β€’
2 trips
0
5.0
Verified
New
excellent
Half Day Trip – Coastal Shared (AM) on May 6, 2026 β€’ 2 adults
My second time on board Hook Up charters. highly recommend this business, plenty of fish cought, thanks shawry for another great adventure on your boat. πŸ‘
Response from Captain
May 7, 2026
Thank you Melanie!
Tom Charuk
Tom Charuk
au
Australia
β€’
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
Hooked up
Half Day Trip – Coastal Shared (AM) on April 24, 2026 β€’ 2 adults β€’ 3 children
W We had a fantastic half-day trip inside with our young family, as it was very windy. Shawy still had the spots on lock! We caught many species and had an awesome time celebrating my son’s birthday. we will definitely be back! Thanks Hook Up Charters
Reported catch:
Cod
Sweetlip Emperor
Response from Captain
April 25, 2026
Thanks Tom, so glad Leo had a great day! See you next time

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Half Day Trip – Coastal Shared (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour tripΒ starts at 7:00 AM
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US $259
Shared tour: 2 people
Half Day Trip – Coastal Share 11:30
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour tripΒ starts at 11:30 AM
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US $259
Shared tour: 2 people
Full Day Outer Reef -Shared Charter
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour tripΒ starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
US $503
Shared tour: 2 people
Half Day Trip – Coastal Reef (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour tripΒ starts at 7:00 AM
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US $575
Entire boat: up to 5 people
Half Day – Coastal Reef (11:30AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour tripΒ starts at 11:30 AM
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US $575
Entire boat: up to 5 people
3/4 Day Trip – Coastal Reef Private
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour tripΒ starts at 7:00 AM
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US $862
Entire boat: up to 5 people
Full Day Outer Reef Private
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour tripΒ starts at 7:00 AM
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US $1,329
Entire boat: up to 5 people
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Rating

4.9
292 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (271)

What anglers say

97%
Great experience
94%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
97%
Recommended
89%
Caught fish

All reviews (292)

Filter
ShowingΒ 1 – 5Β ofΒ 292Β reviews
James Hoffmann
James Hoffmann
au
Australia
Member since 2025
0
5.0
Verified
Shawry is the man to make a bad day shine.
3/4 Day Trip – Coastal Reef Private on April 1, 2026 β€’ 5 adults
I had my son and two sons in law with me and had a great experience on the ocean and river system. The conversation with an experienced salty who knows people nearly as well as his fishing knowledge is worth the time on its own. We were aware the conditions were not great but the Skipper worked hard for us. If anyone is thinking about fishing this part of Australia Hooked Up is the perfect family charter to use.
Reported catch:
Sweetlip Emperor
Cod
Response from Captain
April 1, 2026
Thank you so much James!
Jade Clarke
Jade Clarke
au
Australia
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
New
Family Trip to Port Douglas
3/4 Day Trip – Coastal Reef Private on April 30, 2026 β€’ 2 adults β€’ 1 child
The captain was friendly and accommodating, making the trip enjoyable despite the off-and-on rain. My little one was especially excited to catch a fish which made the experience for us, memorable.
Josh BELL
Josh BELL
au
Australia
Member since 2025
0
5.0
Verified
Half day coastal
Half Day Trip – Coastal Reef (AM) on September 3, 2025 β€’ 2 adults β€’ 2 children
Great morning out with Shawry. Boat set up is awesome. Took myself and my two teenage kids (13&15) to multiple locations off the coast. At each spot we were pretty much on the fish straight away, if we weren't, we moved on to the next spot. 20+ fish caught, many different species. Shawry was great, very knowledgeable. Provided all the gear and did everything for us, great with the kids. Even spotted some dolphins on the way out. Highly recommended. Thanks Shawry and Julie. We will be back!
Response from Captain
September 3, 2025
Thanks so much Josh! See you next time πŸ™‚
Melanie Schafer
Melanie Schafer
Repeat angler
au
Australia
Member since 2025
2 trips
0
5.0
Verified
New
excellent
Half Day Trip – Coastal Shared (AM) on May 6, 2026 β€’ 2 adults
My second time on board Hook Up charters. highly recommend this business, plenty of fish cought, thanks shawry for another great adventure on your boat. πŸ‘
Response from Captain
May 7, 2026
Thank you Melanie!
Tom Charuk
Tom Charuk
au
Australia
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
Hooked up
Half Day Trip – Coastal Shared (AM) on April 24, 2026 β€’ 2 adults β€’ 3 children
W We had a fantastic half-day trip inside with our young family, as it was very windy. Shawy still had the spots on lock! We caught many species and had an awesome time celebrating my son’s birthday. we will definitely be back! Thanks Hook Up Charters
Reported catch:
Cod
Sweetlip Emperor
Response from Captain
April 25, 2026
Thanks Tom, so glad Leo had a great day! See you next time

FAQs about Hook Up Fishing Charters

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
23 ft
Year built
2023
Boat manufacturer
OceanBlue Boats
Boat type
Aluminum fishing
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
2 x 150HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots
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