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Hooker 1 Fishing Charters 

4.9/5 (6 reviews)
 60-70 Seaworld Drive, Main Beach, Gold Coast, QL 4217, Australia

Whether you’re a beginner or seasoned angler, Hooker 1 Fishing Charters has the local knowledge and experience to make your fishing experience a success. Discover deep sea fishing, hit up the reefs, and battle it out with some serious big game fish in stunning waters just off the Gold Coast.

With over 20 years of experience, Captain Robert Ashley “Ash” Retallack has the expertise to ensure you get the most out of your fishing adventure. Along with his dedicated and fun crew, he promises a thrilling encounter with some of the biggest fish that call these waters home.

You’ll have everything you need for a productive day aboard the “Hooker 1.” The 41’ Steber flybridge boat rides as smooth as you’d like, keeping you stable whichever waters you’re fishing. With space for up to 17 guests, you’re welcome to make yourself at home in the comfortable saloon or on the open deck. Blast your tunes from the multimedia system while the crew prepares your snacks in the kitchen.

Fitted with downriggers and outriggers, and with a livewell already stocked with bait, she’s a serious fishing vessel. Whether you want to explore the reefs, troll offshore, or just watch the whales, you’ll have the benefit of all the latest technology to help you locate your target.

The crystal clear waters off the Gold Coast are home to a wide variety of fish species year round. From Snapper and Pearl Perch along the reefs to trolling for Marlin or Tuna in the depths, there’s no end to what you can go for. Let your captain know what you’d like to do and the whole crew will do their utmost to make this the trip of a lifetime.

At the end of your trip, the crew will even prepare and bag your catch, so you’ll be good to go right away. Fill the boat with delicious fish, and let the taste of success linger on into the night. Everything you could ever want from a fishing trip is here. Make your Gold Coast holiday memorable and book the fishing trip of a lifetime with Hooker 1 Fishing Charters.

Robert Ashley Retallack

Captain

Robert Ashley Retallack

26 years of experience
 responds within an hour

Most popular features:

 Fishing License
 Live Bait
 You Keep Catch
 Catch cleaning & filleting
 Drinks
 Toilet
 Child Friendly
 Ice Box
 Rods, reels & tackle
 Food (Snacks & Lunch)

Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 6 reviews
Boat
4.8/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.8/5

Photo by reviewers (1)

September fishing trip

Angler rating

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Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

83%

Caught fish

75%

Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews
Felicity L.
Felicity L.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fishing with Robert Ashley

VERIFIED

7 Hour Trip on August 28, 2021

 

 Felicity L. recommends Hooker 1 Fishing Charters
Robert Ashley Retallack
Robert Ashley Retallack (The Captain)
Replied on August 28, 2021
Thanks for the review Filicity, great bunch of guys onboard yesterday’s charter.Makes our job a lot easier with a hole lot of fun, cheers Ash

Jayce P.
Jayce P.

Burleigh Waters, QLD

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Half Day Trip Wtih Rob

VERIFIED

5 Hour Trip on November 29, 2019

This was the best charter we have been on. The cap and deckie were awesome and so good to deal with. They took us where ever we wanted and really made us feel welcome. we will definitely be back. Thanks for a great day

This was the best charter we have been on. The cap and deckie were awesome and so good to deal with. They took us where ever we wanted and really made us feel welcome. we will definitely be back. Thanks for a great day  

 Jayce P. recommends Hooker 1 Fishing Charters

Tama D.
Tama D.

Rochedale, QLD

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

July fishing trip

VERIFIED

7 Hour Trip on July 4, 2020

 

 Tama D. recommends Hooker 1 Fishing Charters

Patrick H.
Patrick H.

Caloundra, QLD

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

September fishing trip

VERIFIED

7 Hour Trip on September 23, 2019

Brilliant full days fishing with a great friendly crew. Attentive to all our family’s needs and caught loads too.

Brilliant full days fishing with a great friendly crew. Attentive to all our family’s needs and caught loads too.  

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 Patrick H. recommends Hooker 1 Fishing Charters
1 person finds this review helpful

Alex B.
Alex B.

Saint Paul, MN

4.3/5

Experience:

4.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

4.0/5

Overall

7 hour fishing trip

VERIFIED

7 Hour Trip on July 8, 2019

Had a good time. Could’ve had better weather but can’t count on that. Caught some nice Pearl Perch

Had a good time. Could’ve had better weather but can’t count on that. Caught some nice Pearl Perch  

 Alex B. recommends Hooker 1 Fishing Charters
1 person finds this review helpful

FAQs about Hooker 1 Fishing Charters

What are the trip rates for Hooker 1 Fishing Charters?

Hooker 1 Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:

  • AU $900 per group, additional AU $90 per person after 11 guests - 3 Hour-Trip (Crabbing+Whale watch) (3 hours)
  • AU $1,600 per group, additional AU $160 per person after 11 guests - 5 Hour Trip (5 hours)
  • AU $2,100 per group, additional AU $210 per person after 11 guests - 7 Hour Trip (7 hours)
  • AU $2,500 per group, additional AU $250 per person after 11 guests - 9 Hour Trip (9 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Hooker 1 Fishing Charters?

When you book a trip with Hooker 1 Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:

  • Toilet Outside bathroom on deck
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Live Bait Well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia System
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box
  • Radar
What's included in the trip price with Hooker 1 Fishing Charters?

Trips booked with Hooker 1 Fishing Charters include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks
  • Drinks
  • First Mate
  • Fishing License
  • Lunch (On full-day trips)
What types of fishing does Hooker 1 Fishing Charters offer?

Hooker 1 Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:

  • Inshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing
What fishing techniques does Hooker 1 Fishing Charters offer?

Hooker 1 Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:

  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Hooker 1 Fishing Charters?

Top targeted fish species with Hooker 1 Fishing Charters include:

  • Black Jewfish
  • Cobia
  • Crab
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Flathead
  • Marlin (Black)
  • Pearl Perch
  • Snapper (Pink)
  • Snapper (Red Emperor)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo
  • Yellowtail Amberjack

Your captain

Robert Ashley Retallack

Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia

6 Customer reviews
Member since April 2019

Fishing is my life, let me share it with you. I have lived most of my life on the Gold Coast. My interests include boating, fishing, surfing and sport in general. I have been chartering these open waters for the last 15 years and have a vast knowledge of the local waterways, conditions and seasonal fish habitat. I get great enjoyment of seeing the adrenaline rise in people when they catch the fish of their dreams. I purchased Hooker 1 Fishing Charters in August 2015 situated on the Gold Coast at Marinas Cove, Main Beach. I'm an owner/operator with an experienced fun crew giving you every assistance to make your day successful and enjoyable. Hope to see you aboard.

The fish you can target

Black Jewfish
Black Jewfish
Cobia
Cobia
Crab
Crab
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Flathead
Flathead
Black Marlin
Black Marlin
Pearl Perch
Pearl Perch
Pink Snapper
Pink Snapper
Red Emperor Snapper
Red Emperor Snapper
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo
Yellowtail Amberjack
Yellowtail Amberjack

What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Yachts
Capacity
17 persons
Boat length
41 ft
Year built
1991
Restored in
2018
Boat manufacturer
Steber
Boat type
Cruiser

Engine model
Caterpillar
Powered by
1 x 500HP
Max cruising speed
17 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing

Offshore Fishing

Reef Fishing

Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle

Heavy Tackle

Bottom Fishing

Trolling

Spinning

Jigging

Popping

Drift Fishing

Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet

Outside bathroom on deck

GPS

Fishfinder

Bed

Flybridge

Live Bait Well

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Multimedia System

Outriggers

Ice Box

Radar

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle

Live Bait

Lures

Catch cleaning & filleting

Snacks

Drinks

First Mate

Fishing License

Lunch

On full-day trips

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 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.

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child Friendly

Must be at least 10 years old

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

 Bank Transfer

What’s biting in Gold Coast right now

CobiaCobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
FlatheadFlathead
Marlin (Black)Marlin (Black)
Pearl PerchPearl Perch
Snapper (Pink)Snapper (Pink)
Tuna (Yellowfin)Tuna (Yellowfin)
WahooWahoo
Yellowtail AmberjackYellowtail Amberjack