Ian Moody Sportfishing – Lucinda

If you’re looking for an unforgettable angling adventure, a trip aboard Ian Moody Sportfishing Charters has it all! Departing out of Queensland’s Lucinda, you’ll be able to cast off in shallow tropical waters, as well as around the almighty Great Barrier Reef, for a whole host of incredible fish. What are you waiting for?

You’ll be joined on your trip by local and experienced guide, Ian Moody. Using the wealth of knowledge he’s gathered over the years, he’ll have you hitting the most productive fishing spots around. No matter your level of experience, he’ll do everything he can to help you have a fun and productive day out on the water.

Your adventure will take place on board an 18’ custom craft Cairns fishing boat, decked out with top-quality navigational and safety gear. With room for up to 4 guests, she’s the perfect option for families and groups of angling buddies.

This vessel is nimble and capable of cruising across these waters at speed, so you’ll be fishing the hotspots in no time. Thanks to the onboard wireless trolling motor, she’ll also help you creep up on your target fish in the shallows!

So what will you be targeting? The waters here are diverse, and so are the fish! Depending on your preferences and what’s biting, you could be hooking prizes species such as Queenfish, Barramundi, Giant Trevally, Cobia, Nannygai, and Queenfish. They all offer up plenty of exciting, rod-bending action. Your trip can be adjusted to suit your skill level and preferences, so make sure you discuss this with your captain.

You’ll be provided with top-quality rods and reels, which will aid you in trying out a whole host of fishing techniques. Bait, lures, and tackle will also be provided, as well as bottled water and a fishing license for all guests. All you need to do is climb aboard Ian Moody Sportfishing Charters, and get ready to cast off on an unforgettable angling adventure!



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  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Price for 2 persons
    US $589
    Explore a whole host of fishing grounds on this full day adventure, departing out of Lucinda. You'll have access to the plentiful waters around Hinchinbrook Island, as well as a collection of productive reefs. Your captain will have you targeting prized species such as that Aussie favourite, Barramundi, as well as Giant Trevally, Cobia, Nannygai, and Queenfish. You'll get to test out a mix of techniques, too. You'll catch live bait during your trip, and your fishing gear and license are included.
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Great trip

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on July 13, 2024
Ian was fantastic was great to be out on the water with someone so experienced we would highly recommend him.
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VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on April 22, 2023
We had a good day with Ian fishing on Meunga Creek. Ian was very knowledgable about the area.
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Full day with Ian Moody.

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on September 30, 2022
Amazing day with a very friendly and knowledgeable guide.
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FAQs about Ian Moody Sportfishing – Lucinda

Ian Moody Sportfishing – Lucinda offers the following trip to customers:
  • AU $880 per group, additional AU $100 per person after 2 guests - Full Day Trip (10 hours)

When you book a trip with Ian Moody Sportfishing – Lucinda, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Ian Moody Sportfishing – Lucinda include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (Caught during the trip)
  • Lures
  • Drinks (Water)
  • Fishing License

Ian Moody Sportfishing – Lucinda offers the following types of fishing:
  • River Fishing
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing
  • Flats Fishing

Ian Moody Sportfishing – Lucinda offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping

Top targeted fish species with Ian Moody Sportfishing – Lucinda include:
  • Barramundi
  • Cobia
  • Nannygai
  • Queenfish
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Spanish Mackerel (Narrow-barred)
  • Threadfin Salmon
  • Trevally (Giant)
  • Trevally (Golden)

Meet the Charter Operator

Ian Moody Sportfishing Charters
Lucinda, Queensland, Australia
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33 Customer reviews
Response time 5 hours
Member since June 2019
A local to the Townsville area, Skipper Ian Moody has been fishing these waters for as long as he can remember. With over 20 years of running charters behind him, he knows all the best fishing spots and promises to get you chasing after the biggest and best inshore species. He runs charters all along the coast from Ayr to Lucinda, so get in touch and find out what suits you best.

About this listing

Targeted species

Barramundi Barramundi
Cobia Cobia
Nannygai Nannygai
Queenfish Queenfish

Boat specs

Boat Image
Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
18 ft
Year built
2016
Boat manufacturer
Cairns Custom Craft
Boat type
Flats boat

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 90HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots

Types of fishing

River Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Caught during the trip
Lures
Drinks
Water
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

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.

Listing policies

Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child Friendly
Must be at least 7 years old
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

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
Bank Transfer