It’s time to have the adventure of a lifetime and join The Reel Thing Charters for an awesome trip out on the water. Captain Mark Ratchford has decades of experience and is the only captain to have fished the entire Australian coast in a 5-month journey. You know you’ll be in capable hands with him.
Step on board his 28’ Axium, recently restored in 2018, which is ready and raring to go. This great vessel can comfortably fit groups of 8 people. Whether you are celebrating one of life’s milestones, having a big family vacation, or a work team building, this is the perfect boat for you.
With twin 175 HP Mercury engines on board and full navigational equipment, you are sure to be on the fish before you know it. The fishfinder, paired with Capt. Mark’s extensive knowledge of the area, will give you the best chance to catch your dream fish.
Species available are huge and include Australian Salmon, Snapper, Flathead, Snoek, Rock Cod, and Gummy Sharks. Whether this is your first fishing trip or your hundredth, you are sure to have a blast during your trip.
You’ll have the opportunity to try a variety of techniques – let the captain know what you would like to do, and, depending on the season and which species you wish to target, he’ll advise accordingly.
Children are welcome on board – they are sure to have some incredible stories after the trip to tell all their friends back at school.
Included in the price are all rods and reels that you’ll need for the trip. You are welcome to bring along your own refreshments on the day. Alcohol is allowed in moderation but strictly no hard spirits or glass bottles.
Contact the captain for trip policies. Notify in advance if you have a medical condition. Note that the departure time and place depend on the weather and they can be changed.
There is no better time to book – join the crew of The Reel Thing Charters on the water today for an unforgettable fishing trip.
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (18)
Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
89%
Caught fish
80%
Dec 28, 2024
Half Day Trip (PM)
Melbourne, Victoria
Feb 25, 2023
Half Day Trip (AM)
The crew went beyond to make sure fish were caught, and that everyone got a chance to experience what we were after. Easy people to get along with and took the extra step to get us to places where they knew we would be getting bites. We will definitely be going with this team again when it's time for our next charter. Well done boys!
The crew went beyond to make sure fish were caught, and that everyone got a chance to experience what we were after. Easy people...
Mar 16, 2024
Half Day Trip (PM)
Jan 5, 2025
The charter operator canceled 4 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.
Brisbane, Queensland
Dec 4, 2021
Half Day Trip (PM)
Had a great day fishing captain mark and Shaun they were great company and happy to help with anything. Always moving to keep us on the fish which was good to see and overall just a couple of all round decent good blokes. Great day for our end of year work breakup. Thanks again fellas
Had a great day fishing captain mark and Shaun they were great company and happy to help with anything. Always moving to keep...
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Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (18)
Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
89%
Caught fish
80%
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Crew
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Half Day Trip (PM) on December 28, 2024
Melbourne, Victoria
Experience:
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Crew
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Half Day Trip (AM) on February 25, 2023
The crew went beyond to make sure fish were caught, and that everyone got a chance to experience what we were after. Easy people to get along with and took the extra step to get us to places where they knew we would be getting bites. We will definitely be going with this team again when it's time for our next charter. Well done boys!
The crew went beyond to make sure fish were caught, and that everyone got a chance to experience what we were after. Easy people to get along with and took the extra step to get us to places where they knew we would be getting bites. We will definitely be going with this team again when it's time for our next charter. Well done boys!
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Half Day Trip (PM) on March 16, 2024
Trip was supposed to happen on January 5, 2025
The charter operator canceled 4 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.
Brisbane, Queensland
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Half Day Trip (PM) on December 4, 2021
Had a great day fishing captain mark and Shaun they were great company and happy to help with anything. Always moving to keep us on the fish which was good to see and overall just a couple of all round decent good blokes. Great day for our end of year work breakup. Thanks again fellas
Had a great day fishing captain mark and Shaun they were great company and happy to help with anything. Always moving to keep us on the fish which was good to see and overall just a couple of all round decent good blokes. Great day for our end of year work breakup. Thanks again fellas