Out N About Sportfishing (Port Douglas) 

4.5
(422 reviews)
 1 Ashford Avenue, Port Douglas, QL 4877, Australia–

Out N About Sportfishing (Port Douglas) 

Port Douglas, QL, Australia
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22 ft
5
4.5
(422 reviews)

🎣 Experience the Best of the Great Barrier Reef with Out N About Sportfishing
Join us for an unforgettable day on the water aboard one of our two top-quality fishing vessels:

🚤 Atlas – The Ultimate Fishing Platform
✅ 7m custom-built center console designed for Great Barrier Reef fishing
✅ Twin Suzuki 150hp 4-stroke engines for power and reliability
✅ Equipped with premium fishing technology for an unbeatable experience
✅ Spacious and stable – perfect for all fishing techniques

🚤 Reel Therapy – The Versatile All-Rounder
✅ 6.5m Stabicraft center console – ideal for inshore reef & estuary fishing
✅ Can venture to the Outer Reef on calm days (under 10 knots)
✅ Stable, safe, and perfectly suited for a variety of fishing adventures

🎣 Why Choose Us?
✅ Expert local captain with years of experience
✅ Access to diverse fishing grounds around Port Douglas
✅ Flexible trips tailored to weather conditions and target species
✅ Quality fishing gear provided – just bring your enthusiasm!

🏝️ Not Into Fishing? Try Our Island & Sand Cay Trips!
✅ Available as full-day or 6-hour private charters
✅ Explore stunning islands and sand cays
✅ Snorkeling gear and stinger suits included

📍 Departure Location: We depart from the public pontoon behind Little St Mary's Church in Port Douglas.

📅 Book your adventure today and experience the best of the Great Barrier Reef!

🎣 Experience the Best of the Great Barrier Reef with Out N About Sportfishing
Join us for an unforgettable day on the water aboard one of our two top-quality fishing vessels:

🚤 Atlas – The Ultimate Fishing Platform
✅ 7m custom-built center console designed for Great Barrier Reef fishing
✅ Twin Suzuki 150hp 4-stroke engines for power and reliability
✅ Equipped with premium fishing technology for an unbeatable experience
✅ Spacious and stable – perfect for all fishing techniques

🚤 Reel Therapy – The Versatile All-Rounder
✅ 6.5m Stabicraft center console – ideal for inshore reef & estuary fishing
✅ Can venture to the Outer Reef on calm days (under 10 knots)
✅ Stable, safe, and perfectly suited for a variety of fishing adventures

🎣 Why Choose Us?
✅ Expert local captain with years of experience
✅ Access to diverse fishing grounds around Port Douglas
✅ Flexible trips tailored to weather conditions and target species
✅ Quality fishing gear provided – just bring your enthusiasm!

🏝️ Not Into Fishing? Try Our Island & Sand Cay Trips!
✅ Available as full-day or 6-hour private charters
✅ Explore stunning islands and sand cays
✅ Snorkeling gear and stinger suits included

📍 Departure Location: We depart from the public pontoon behind Little St Mary's Church in Port Douglas.

📅 Book your adventure today and experience the best of the Great Barrier Reef!

Out N About Sportfishing
Charter Operator
Out N About Sportfishing
17 years of experience
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Half Day Shared Charter (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
Trevally (Giant)
Barramundi
Queenfish
Coral Trout
+2
US $299
Shared tour: 2 people
Half Day Shared Charter (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 12:30 PM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
Cobia
Trevally (Giant)
Queenfish
Coral Trout
+4
US $299
Shared tour: 2 people
Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Cobia
Trevally (Giant)
Barramundi
Queenfish
+6
US $588
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Half Day Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 12:30 PM
Cobia
Trevally (Giant)
Barramundi
Queenfish
+5
US $588
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Cobia
Trevally (Giant)
Coral Trout
Spanish Mackerel (Narrow-barred)
+3
US $1,287
Entire boat: up to 3 people

Customer reviews

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Rating

4.5
422 reviews
4.5
Boat & equipment
4.7
Captain & crew
4.4
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (172)

What anglers say

87%
Great experience
85%
Family friendly
98%
Friendly captain
95%
Good boat
83%
Recommended
68%
Caught fish

Reviews (422)

  • Mark Mckay
    Mark Mckay
    au
    Australia
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    highly recommend

    Half Day Shared Charter (AM) on September 18, 2026 • 4 adults • 3 children

    We had a fantastic day out fishing with Matt. The conditions weren’t ideal and made the fishing pretty challenging, but Matt’s knowledge, patience and experience really stood out. He was fantastic with my three kids, keeping them engaged and making sure everyone had a great time.

  • Christine Wilkinson
    Christine Wilkinson
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Awsome Trip

    Full Day Trip on November 25, 2025 • 3 adults

    We came all the way from California to to explore the awsome fishery of Port Douglas. Even without great conditions Matt our guide was able to give us every chance at a true trophy and still put quality fish on the boat. Matt has to be one of the best guides on the water with his high end custom boat, top quality equipment and expert knowledge of the area. Could not recomend him more and will be back soon!

  • Chris Turner
    Chris Turner
    au
    Australia
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    First Time out

    Half Day Trip (PM) on June 26, 2026 • 5 adults • 1 child

    Booked this hoping for a great experience for all of us! And got exactly that. We caught fish, Matt was great, helped us all out and made it a fun trip! Will definitely book again if we ever come back 👍

  • Jordan Day
    Jordan Day
    Repeat angler
    au
    Australia
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    local knowledge from skipper was great

    Half Day Shared Charter (AM) on May 26, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child

    we come in with sore arms from reeling in fish and my young bloke wheeled in a 25 kg horse of a cod off a livey awesome morning out more than highly recomend great work skip

  • Michael Gruetzner
    Michael Gruetzner
    au
    Australia
    Member since 2026
    4.0
    Verified

    Trophy fish

    Half Day Shared Charter (AM) on July 9, 2026 • 2 adults

    Great to see my son catch a great fish on his first day fishing with his Dad, Very proud moment 👌

  • Tony Chapman
    Tony Chapman
    au
    Australia
    Member since 2025
    4.0
    Verified

    Far North Queensland

    Full Day Trip on November 10, 2025 • 3 adults

    Great knowledge of fish and Great Barrier Reef. Gear was high quality and plenty of fresh bait

  • Kimberly Ayers
    Kimberly Ayers
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing Day

    Half Day Trip (PM) on June 2, 2024 • 6 adults

    A family of 6 had an amazing day! We were able to see and do so much on the half day fishing excursion in Port Douglas. Our captain provided us with so much information about the area, the crocodiles and of course the fish we were able to land such as the honeycomb cod, Spanish flag and coral trout. As Americans in port during our cruise, we had an experience of a lifetime. I cannot recommend them enough. Thank you Out n About for going above and beyond!!

  • Nicholas Mckellar
    Nicholas Mckellar
    Repeat angler
    au
    Australia
    Member since 2023
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Half day morning trip

    Half Day Trip – Shared (AM) on April 14, 2023 • 1 adult

    What a great morning fishing ! We had Robert take us out and we were pulling in fish within minutes of arriving at our first destination. Fished three different areas and had great success in all locations. So many differnt fish including Coral Trout and Red Emperor. I caught a bait fish very early on and Robert hooked it up out the back in the hope of landing something big. Sure enough fifteen minutes later i was fighting with a good size Spanish Mackrel and yes i managed to get it up into the boat. Robert cleaned and filleted it and shared it with the rest of the crew so we will all be eating well tonight. We had six on board aging from ten through to fifty and we all had a ball. Highly recommended these guys for beginners or the more experienced angler. Well done Out n About i will definitely book again next time i am up this way. Thank you.

  • Adrian Flett
    Adrian Flett
    Repeat angler
    au
    Australia
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Out n about

    Half Day Trip (PM) on January 30, 2025 • 4 adults • 2 children

    Great trip with Matt. He knew his stuff and was happy to help out the kids. Had a great time and caught some good fish. Can’t wait to go back again

  • Melanie Barnes
    Melanie Barnes
    Member since 2021
    5.0
    Verified

    Full day with skipper Adam

    Full Day Trip on March 11, 2023 • 4 adults

    An absolute ripper day! We were lucky to get absolutely perfect weather so we were spoilt for choice with great spots to anchor. Our skipper Adam was amazing! Very knowledgeable and professional and made us all feel comfortable. He helped us all reel in some fantastic sea monsters including Spanish Mackerel and GT! We're heading home with big smiles, an Esky full of fish, sore arms and great pics for bragging rights!! Cheers, Tom, Mel, Eric and Mariah 🎣

FAQs about Out N About Sportfishing (Port Douglas)

Out N About Sportfishing (Port Douglas) offers the following trips to customers:
  • AU $215 per person - Half Day Shared Charter (AM) (4 hours)
  • AU $215 per person - Half Day Shared Charter (PM) (4 hours)
  • AU $845 per group, additional AU $90 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • AU $845 per group, additional AU $90 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • AU $1,850 per group, additional AU $150 per person after 3 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Out N About Sportfishing (Port Douglas), you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Live bait well
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Out N About Sportfishing (Port Douglas) include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Shimano Saragossa, Penn Slammer, Ugly Stick)
  • Live bait (Prepared in advance)
  • Lures
  • Drinks (Water, soft drinks)
Out N About Sportfishing (Port Douglas) offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing (We don't run fresh water trips ?)
  • Inshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (We travel all types of distances within our operating range, from the outer reefs to the inshore reefs and the river. We try and tailor our trips to what our clients want this is all spoken about over the phone or email prior to the charter . )
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Out N About Sportfishing (Port Douglas) offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
Top targeted fish species with Out N About Sportfishing (Port Douglas) include:
  • Barramundi
  • Bream (Fingermark)
  • Cobia
  • Coral Trout
  • Nannygai
  • Queenfish
  • Snapper (Mangrove Red)
  • Spanish Mackerel (Narrow-barred)
  • Trevally (Giant)

Your operator

Out N About Sportfishing
Out N About Sportfishing
Port Douglas, Queensland, Australia
1 Fishing Report
ID & license verified
422 Customer reviews
Typical response within 13 hours
Member since February 2019
In need of some 'REEL THERAPY' – Enjoy fishing on the fringing coastal reefs catching the famed coral trout, nannygai and pelagic fish including Spanish mackerel, cobia, queenfish, trevally and tuna. Or fish the Port Douglas estuary and pull in an elusive barramundi, mangrove jack, fingermark, tarpon, blue salmon or queenfish. Your guide will be there to offer all their expertise; with live bait fishing and their knowledge of the eco system that surrounds this amazing area. In addition to the great fishing, crocodile and bird spotting is a possibility too. Locally owned and operated, Out n About offers the opportunity to get out on the water and enjoy the regions beautiful surrounds while wetting a line. A great value tour and suitable for the novice or to the experienced angler, a must-do while visiting Port Douglas.
Out N About Sportfishing
Out N About Sportfishing
Fully verified
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422
reviews
2019
member since
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response
In need of some 'REEL THERAPY' – Enjoy fishing on the fringing coastal reefs catching the famed coral trout, nannygai and pelagic fish including Spanish mackerel, cobia, queenfish, trevally and tuna. Or fish the Port Douglas estuary and pull in an elusive barramundi, mangrove jack, fingermark, tarpon, blue salmon or queenfish. Your guide will be there to offer all their expertise; with live bait fishing and their knowledge of the eco system that surrounds this amazing area. In addition to the great fishing, crocodile and bird spotting is a possibility too. Locally owned and operated, Out n About offers the opportunity to get out on the water and enjoy the regions beautiful surrounds while wetting a line. A great value tour and suitable for the novice or to the experienced angler, a must-do while visiting Port Douglas.

The fish you can target

Barramundi
Barramundi
Fingermark Bream
Fingermark Bream
Cobia
Cobia
Coral Trout
Coral Trout
Nannygai
Nannygai
Queenfish
Queenfish
Mangrove Red Snapper
Mangrove Red Snapper
Narrow-barred Spanish Mackerel
Narrow-barred Spanish Mackerel
Giant Trevally
Giant Trevally
Barramundi
Barramundi
Fingermark Bream
Fingermark Bream
Cobia
Cobia
Coral Trout
Coral Trout
Nannygai
Nannygai

Real catches by this captain

  • Young angler proudly displaying a silver fish caught aboard a fishing boat in a scenic tropical harbor.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Yellowfin Bream
    Mark M.
    Mark M.
    We had a fantastic day out fishing with Matt. The conditions weren’t ideal and made the fishing pretty challenging, but Matt’s knowledge, patience and experience really stood out. He was fantastic with my three kids, keeping them engaged and making sure everyone had a great time.
  • A young angler proudly displaying a large Leopard Grouper while fishing in a scenic coastal area.
    Fish 1
    Queensland Groper (Giant Grouper)
    Michael G.
    Michael G.
    Great to see my son catch a great fish on his first day fishing with his Dad, Very proud moment 👌
  • A young angler gives a thumbs up while holding a freshly caught fish on a fishing boat, showcasing a fun day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Common Bream
    Chris T.
    Chris T.
    Booked this hoping for a great experience for all of us! And got exactly that. We caught fish, Matt was great, helped us all out and made it a fun trip! Will definitely book again if we ever come back 👍
  • Family group proudly holding a large spotted grouper aboard a boat against a scenic coastal mountain backdrop.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Malabar Grouper
    Jordan D.
    Jordan D.
    we come in with sore arms from reeling in fish and my young bloke wheeled in a 25 kg horse of a cod off a livey awesome morning out more than highly recomend great work skip
  • Two anglers enjoying a successful fishing trip, with one proudly displaying a large Giant Trevally on a boat in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Giant Trevally
    Christine W.
    Christine W.
    We came all the way from California to to explore the awsome fishery of Port Douglas. Even without great conditions Matt our guide was able to give us every chance at a true trophy and still put quality fish on the boat. Matt has to be one of the best guides on the water with his high end custom boat, top quality equipment and expert knowledge of the area. Could not recomend him more and will be back soon!
  • An angler proudly displaying a vibrant Red Snapper aboard a fishing boat in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Long-Tail Red Snapper (Onaga)
    Tony C.
    Tony C.
    Great knowledge of fish and Great Barrier Reef. Gear was high quality and plenty of fresh bait
  • An enthusiastic angler proudly displaying a large Snapper caught in a mangrove setting, showcasing the thrill of fishing in a natural environment.
    Fish 1
    Mangrove Snapper
    While the wind is blowing dogs off chains up here in tropical north queensland, we have brought back our custom inshore boat and Our inshore / river charters have been firing ?.. so if you dont want to put up with rough weather offshore and would prefer to stay in the calm water please send us a message and we will get you out there ...
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Yellowtail Kingfish while fishing offshore, showcasing a beautiful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Giant Trevally
    Adrian F.
    Adrian F.
    Great trip with Matt. He knew his stuff and was happy to help out the kids. Had a great time and caught some good fish. Can’t wait to go back again
  • Angler proudly displaying a caught shark while on a fishing trip in calm waters.
    Fish 1
    Blacktip Shark
    Ashley B.
    Ashley B.
    Great day and experience, Skipper brought our crew to his favourite fishing spot and we all caught fish and had a fantastic day.
  • An angler proudly displaying a colorful Spotted Grouper while fishing in clear waters.
    Fish 1
    Blacktip Shark
    Kimberly A.
    Kimberly A.
    A family of 6 had an amazing day! We were able to see and do so much on the half day fishing excursion in Port Douglas. Our captain provided us with so much information about the area, the crocodiles and of course the fish we were able to land such as the honeycomb cod, Spanish flag and coral trout. As Americans in port during our cruise, we had an experience of a lifetime. I cannot recommend them enough. Thank you Out n About for going above and beyond!!

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
22 ft
Year built
2014
Boat manufacturer
Stabicraft
Boat type
Aluminum fishing
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 150HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Snorkeling equipment
Live bait well
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Shimano Saragossa, Penn Slammer, Ugly Stick
Live bait
Prepared in advance
Lures
Drinks
Water, soft drinks

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
All ages on a private trip; at least 8 on a shared
No smoking
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:
 Cash
 Visa
 Mastercard
 American Express

What’s biting in Port Douglas right now

BarramundiBarramundi
Bream (Fingermark)Bream (Fingermark)
CobiaCobia
Coral TroutCoral Trout
NannygaiNannygai
QueenfishQueenfish
Spanish Mackerel (Narrow-barred)Spanish Mackerel (Narrow-barred)
Trevally (Giant)Trevally (Giant)

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