Fishing Smooth Water – Mooloolaba 

4.8/5 (38 reviews)
 Parkyn Parade (Boat Ramp), Mooloolaba, QL 4557, Australia

Fishing Smooth Water – Mooloolaba 

4.8/5 (38 reviews)
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Parkyn Parade (Boat Ramp)
Mooloolaba, QL, Australia

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!

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Rating

4.8
38 reviews
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32
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4.8
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (60)

Brilliant  -  a great experience which will be repeated
Great half day fishing
Great half day fishing
Great half day fishing
Great half day fishing
5 hrs fishing
+54

What anglers say

94%
Great experience
100%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
95%
Recommended
88%
Caught fish

All reviews (38)

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Geoff Duffield
Geoff Duffield
5.0
Verified
Great afternoon
Half Day Trip – Saturday - 12:00 PM on July 5, 20252 adults
Steve was a wonderful host and knew where the fish were Very professional outfit
0
Joanna Stockton
Joanna Stockton
4.7
Verified
Fishing fun
Half Day Trip – Exclusive (PM) on July 9, 20232 adults2 children
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.
0
Kimberly Hewson
Kimberly Hewson
The captain canceled
March 21, 2025
The charter operator canceled 4 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.
2
Mark Timleris
Mark Timleris
Brisbane, Queensland
5.0
Verified
Half day trip
Half Day Trip – Exclusive (PM) on January 12, 20231 adult3 children
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.
1
James Miller
James Miller
Chester, NH
5.0
Verified
Great day out
3/4 Day Trip on January 3, 20222 adults1 child
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
Response from Captain
January 4, 2022
Thanks Jimmy. It was great meeting you all. You all fished hard for 7.5 hours in tough conditions and did incredibly well. Hope you enjoyed your dinner! Catch you again soon.
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Trip availability and prices

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Half Day Trip – (Exclusive AM)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
5 Hour Trip
starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
US $391
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Half Day Trip – Exclusive (PM)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
5 Hour Trip
starts at 12:00 PM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
US $391
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Half Day Trip – Saturday
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
5 Hour Trip
starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Sat)
US $451
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Half Day Trip – Saturday - 12:00 PM
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
5 Hour Trip
starts at 12:00 PM
Seasonal trip
(Sat)
US $451
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Half Day Trip – Sunday
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
5 Hour Trip
starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Sun)
US $492
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Half Day Trip – Sunday - 12:00 PM
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
5 Hour Trip
starts at 12:00 PM
Seasonal trip
(Sun)
US $492
Entire boat: up to 4 people
3/4 Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
8 Hour Trip
starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
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US $579
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
10 Hour Trip
starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
US $732
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Rating

4.8
38 reviews
5
32
4
4
3
1
2
0
1
0
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (60)

Brilliant  -  a great experience which will be repeated
Great half day fishing
Great half day fishing
Great half day fishing
Great half day fishing
5 hrs fishing
+54

What anglers say

94%
Great experience
100%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
95%
Recommended
88%
Caught fish

All reviews (38)

Filter
Showing 15 of 38 reviews
Geoff Duffield
Geoff Duffield
5.0
Verified
Great afternoon
Half Day Trip – Saturday - 12:00 PM on July 5, 20252 adults
Steve was a wonderful host and knew where the fish were Very professional outfit
0
Joanna Stockton
Joanna Stockton
4.7
Verified
Fishing fun
Half Day Trip – Exclusive (PM) on July 9, 20232 adults2 children
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.
0
Kimberly Hewson
Kimberly Hewson
The captain canceled
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.
2
Mark Timleris
Mark Timleris
Brisbane, Queensland
5.0
Verified
Half day trip
Half Day Trip – Exclusive (PM) on January 12, 20231 adult3 children
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.
1
James Miller
James Miller
Chester, NH
5.0
Verified
Great day out
3/4 Day Trip on January 3, 20222 adults1 child
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
Response from Captain
January 4, 2022
Thanks Jimmy. It was great meeting you all. You all fished hard for 7.5 hours in tough conditions and did incredibly well. Hope you enjoyed your dinner! Catch you again soon.
1

FAQs about Fishing Smooth Water – Mooloolaba

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
19 ft
Year built
2017
Boat manufacturer
Bluefin Barracuda
Boat type
Aluminum fishing

Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 140HP
Max cruising speed
34 knots
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