Fishing Smooth Water can’t wait to introduce you to Mooloolaba’s river system. Alongside experienced and friendly local captains Steve Wilkes or Brent Merchant, you’ll have the chance to reel in a huge variety of spectacular species, using top-quality gear and lures. Come aboard and get ready for an angling experience worth its weight in gold!
Capt. Steve and Capt. Brent have been exploring river systems since they were children. They use years of knowledge and experience to provide guests with a variety of first-class fishing trips that’ll see you cruising a variety of local fishing grounds. You’ll have the chance to hook estuary, river, and bay species such as Flathead, Bream, Whiting, Trevally, Snapper, Mangrove Jack, and more.
Capt. Steve and Capt. Brent welcome anglers of all ages and abilities on board, including children and guests with disabilities. You’ll be heading out to the hotspots onboard the 19’ Bluefin Barracuda aluminium vessel, perfectly built to accommodate up to 4 anglers in comfort and safety. Your vessel is decked out with all the necessary navigational gear, including GPS and fish finder, as well as life vests, and a live-well to keep your catch fresh.
Depending on the fishing grounds you explore, and the fish you target, you’ll be trying out a variety of techniques to land your dream species. Capt. Steve and Capt. Brent will have you spinning, popping, trolling, and jigging using light tackle – this allows for plenty of hands-on angling action! Capt. Steve and Capt. Brent cater to every type of angler, from true novices to hardened fishermen, so don’t worry if you’ve never held a rod before.
Your trip includes top-notch rods, reels and lures (working on replace if lost), plus complimentary soft plastics and general tackle to use during your fishing experience. You’ll also be able to take your catch home with you. Come aboard Fishing Smooth Water - Mooloolaba for the angling adventure of a lifetime!
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (60)
Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
94%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
95%
Caught fish
88%
Jul 5, 2025
Half Day Trip – Saturday (PM)
Steve was a wonderful host and knew where the fish were Very professional outfit
Steve was a wonderful host and knew where the fish were Very professional outfit
Mar 21, 2025
The charter operator canceled 4 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.
Jul 9, 2023
Half Day Trip – Exclusive (PM)
Conditions were slightly challenging, with a bit of wind, but it did not stop us having a great fishing trip. Using different techniques, we caught a variety of fish, including a trevelli, flathead, bream and lots of whiting. Always the sign of a successful trip... when you have a good feed of fresh fish for dinner! My kids loved the fishing and getting to drive the boat was an added bonus! Thanks Steve.
Conditions were slightly challenging, with a bit of wind, but it did not stop us having a great fishing trip. Using different...
Brisbane, Queensland
Jan 12, 2023
Half Day Trip – Exclusive (PM)
Fantastic experience. My boys aged 8,11 and 13 had a great time. We came home with both fish and plenty of stories of the ones that got away.
Fantastic experience. My boys aged 8,11 and 13 had a great time. We came home with both fish and plenty of stories of the ones...
Chester, NH
Jan 3, 2022
3/4 Day Trip
Hi I just want to thanks Steve for a great day out Myself and the kids had the best day ever Can’t complain with a 78cm flathead Along with a heap of bream and a bonus Cod What a day and can recommend to any one or family who wants a great day out Thanks again Steve
Hi I just want to thanks Steve for a great day out Myself and the kids had the best day ever Can’t complain with a 78cm flathead...
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Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (60)
Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
94%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
95%
Caught fish
88%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Half Day Trip – Saturday (PM) on July 5, 2025
Steve was a wonderful host and knew where the fish were Very professional outfit
Steve was a wonderful host and knew where the fish were Very professional outfit
Trip was supposed to happen on March 21, 2025
The charter operator canceled 4 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
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Half Day Trip – Exclusive (PM) on July 9, 2023
Conditions were slightly challenging, with a bit of wind, but it did not stop us having a great fishing trip. Using different techniques, we caught a variety of fish, including a trevelli, flathead, bream and lots of whiting. Always the sign of a successful trip... when you have a good feed of fresh fish for dinner! My kids loved the fishing and getting to drive the boat was an added bonus! Thanks Steve.
Conditions were slightly challenging, with a bit of wind, but it did not stop us having a great fishing trip. Using different techniques, we caught a variety of fish, including a trevelli, flathead, bream and lots of whiting. Always the sign of a successful trip... when you have a good feed of fresh fish for dinner! My kids loved the fishing and getting to drive the boat was an added bonus! Thanks Steve.
Brisbane, Queensland
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Half Day Trip – Exclusive (PM) on January 12, 2023
Fantastic experience. My boys aged 8,11 and 13 had a great time. We came home with both fish and plenty of stories of the ones that got away.
Fantastic experience. My boys aged 8,11 and 13 had a great time. We came home with both fish and plenty of stories of the ones that got away.
Chester, NH
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
3/4 Day Trip on January 3, 2022
Hi I just want to thanks Steve for a great day out Myself and the kids had the best day ever Can’t complain with a 78cm flathead Along with a heap of bream and a bonus Cod What a day and can recommend to any one or family who wants a great day out Thanks again Steve
Hi I just want to thanks Steve for a great day out Myself and the kids had the best day ever Can’t complain with a 78cm flathead Along with a heap of bream and a bonus Cod What a day and can recommend to any one or family who wants a great day out Thanks again Steve