Tropical Sportfisher - 19ft Sportsman Cairns
Locally owned and operated, Tropical Sportfisher is a premium guided sportfishing operation based in Cairns, Far North Queensland. Our experienced team of guides—including Rory, Aaron and Oscar—specialise in private lure and fly fishing charters throughout Cairns, Port Douglas and Mission Beach.
Our Cairns Sportsman charter is designed for anglers wanting to experience the best of Cairns' inshore bluewater fishing. Weather permitting, we'll fish tropical islands, reefs, wrecks and coastal headlands targeting Giant Trevally, Queenfish, Golden Trevally, Spanish Mackerel, Longtail Tuna, Coral Trout, Fingermark and other tropical sportfish. We love visual fishing, with surface lures and topwater techniques producing some of the most exciting strikes our fishery has to offer.
If strong winds make the offshore islands unsuitable, we'll simply move into Cairns' sheltered rivers and estuaries. Using the latest Garmin Live Sonar technology, we target Barramundi, Mangrove Jack, Fingermark, while big estuary Giant Trevally and Queenfish provide outstanding topwater fishing throughout the year. Rather than cancelling your trip, we tailor the day to the conditions to give you the best fishing available.
You'll fish aboard our 19-foot Sportsman centre console, equipped with premium electronics, Minn Kota trolling motor and quality safety equipment.
Every charter is completely private, allowing your guide to customise the day to your experience level, fishing style and prevailing conditions. We provide premium Shimano tackle, fly-fishing equipment on request, quality lures, lunch, cold drinks and complimentary Cairns CBD pick-up and drop-off.
Just bring sun protection, polarised sunglasses and a sense of adventure—we'll take care of the rest.
Locally owned and operated, Tropical Sportfisher is a premium guided sportfishing operation based in Cairns, Far North Queensland. Our experienced team of guides—including Rory, Aaron and Oscar—specialise in private lure and fly fishing charters throughout Cairns, Port Douglas and Mission Beach.
Our Cairns Sportsman charter is designed for anglers wanting to experience the best of Cairns' inshore bluewater fishing. Weather permitting, we'll fish tropical islands, reefs, wrecks and coastal headlands targeting Giant Trevally, Queenfish, Golden Trevally, Spanish Mackerel, Longtail Tuna, Coral Trout, Fingermark and other tropical sportfish. We love visual fishing, with surface lures and topwater techniques producing some of the most exciting strikes our fishery has to offer.
If strong winds make the offshore islands unsuitable, we'll simply move into Cairns' sheltered rivers and estuaries. Using the latest Garmin Live Sonar technology, we target Barramundi, Mangrove Jack, Fingermark, while big estuary Giant Trevally and Queenfish provide outstanding topwater fishing throughout the year. Rather than cancelling your trip, we tailor the day to the conditions to give you the best fishing available.
You'll fish aboard our 19-foot Sportsman centre console, equipped with premium electronics, Minn Kota trolling motor and quality safety equipment.
Every charter is completely private, allowing your guide to customise the day to your experience level, fishing style and prevailing conditions. We provide premium Shimano tackle, fly-fishing equipment on request, quality lures, lunch, cold drinks and complimentary Cairns CBD pick-up and drop-off.
Just bring sun protection, polarised sunglasses and a sense of adventure—we'll take care of the rest.

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Oscar took us out in some pretty rainy conditions. despite the weather we still ended up catching a 80cm barra! was beyond stoked. if it wasnt for the rain we would have cleaned up!
Rory was a great guide. We caught some really nice fish. All his gear was top notch. It was a wonderful trip and we'd fish with him again if we come back!

great trip great fish! highly recomend Rory from tropicalsportFisher super chill down to earth guide🎣
We booked with Rory to celebrate my husband’s birthday and we had a trophy day! My husband really enjoys fishing but had never fished for barramundi or queen fish; and I don’t fish very often, but Rory’s expertise and knowledge helped us catch trophy size fish! We felt right at home with Rory, and his down to earth approach helped us have a very enjoyable time. It was icing on the cake to identify some unique wildlife, and to spot a large croc on the bank! We would book another day in a heartbeat, if there were any openings during our stay!
Fishing, Sharks, Crocodiles and the rest!! From moment one Rory was helpful and insightful. Picked us up from our hotel with boat in tow. Spent the first 20 minutes showing us crocodile hot spots. From there we were immediately onto some queen fish and GT. the action was non stop, Rory was very insightful. We managed a full boat of fish, lost a few to the sharks which added some extra excitement as we seen bull sharks come right up to the surface! Rory supplied food and drinks and plenty of conversation! Beautiful scenes from sunny tropical islands and mangroves. I’m more experienced but my dad is a novice which didn’t make the slightest difference, Rory taught us both the same on how to use the tackle needed and got us on the fish. I’ll be booking on again next time I’m in cairns as a must!
Fishing with Rory was a blast! This guy knows his stuff. First off, he's super chill and easy to talk to, making the whole experience laid-back and enjoyable. Rory didn't sugarcoat anything – he knew the fishing was going to be tough that day, but he managed our expectations like a pro. His local knowledge was like having a secret weapon – he took us to all the right spots and managed to catch my missus her first salt water fish and backed it up with a second. Even though I didn’t catch any myself, as a keen cod angler, we were stoked to see crocs, and get tips on the local wonders that are must-see. Plus, Rory was totally prepared for anything that came our way. Gear, snacks, you name it – he had it covered. And the best part? He's just a good bloke, plain and simple. He persisted and worked hard to try and get me a fish but I was happy as just spending the day in the boat. If you want a fun day on the water with a top-notch guide, Rory's your guy. Highly recommended and keen to book again!
Rory is a legend, he knows the creeks and rivers like the back of he’s hand put me onto some awesome fish and always had something in store next. The boat was super comfy and all the gear was top notch got onto some big fish without an issue. Food and drink was great kept me hydrated and fed all day, Couldn’t recommend this bloke highly enough absolutely brilliant worth every cent.
I booked the full day fishing trip for my boyfriends 40th…I have never fished before and Rory was a brilliant guide, very knowledgeable about the fish and wildlife… very down to earth and a good laugh! We caught Barra and trevlly. Seen crocs and the scenery was something else! My boyfriend was really happy and we are definitely going to book the 3 day tour next time!

Absolutely spewing I didn’t opt for a whole day charter! Rory is a great bloke easy conversation and easy to find common ground with a fellow angler. Hoping in the next few days someone cancels just so I can get on the boat again before I leave cairns. Thanks again mate hope to see ya soon!
We did a half day fishing with Rory from Cairns, He was very knowledgable, had a heap of tricks up his sleeve. Very tidy boat and good quality fishing gear. Rory put us onto a great topwater session on queenfish. Bonus points for spotting a couple of crocs on the way back to the ramp. Would definately reccomend.
Oscar took us out in some pretty rainy conditions. despite the weather we still ended up catching a 80cm barra! was beyond stoked. if it wasnt for the rain we would have cleaned up!

Stoked you guys had a fun day out with Oscar, thanks for the great review. happy birthday to your old man 🤙
Rory was a great guide. We caught some really nice fish. All his gear was top notch. It was a wonderful trip and we'd fish with him again if we come back!

thanks for the great review Julie and Case! and thanks for a fun day on the water, im glad you guys ghad fun. cheers Rory
Rorry!!! You're not only a great angler but also a fantastic and friendly guy! We felt very comfortable from the start and received excellent service from you, with good food and drinks, and some beautiful fish! We'd love to come back again!!! Best guide in Queensland!

Thanks for the kind review Seya and Rebecca! it was great to have you guys out for the day! we wereblesses with the weather for sure! 🌴 i hope you guys enjoy the rest if your holiday, see you again some day 🤙

Works hard to put you on fish. Had a blast hooking plenty of fish all day. Rory was honest about expectations and will do what he has to do to get you on the fish. I had a great time as a solo F angler.

Great to have you onboard Ailin! You are an amazing angler and it was fun guiding you! looking forward to getting on the water with you again some day! Thanks for the kind review 🙏

great trip great fish! highly recomend Rory from tropicalsportFisher super chill down to earth guide🎣

Great to have you on board Jason, good times man! congrats on your giant barracuda!
White Rock, Queensland, Australia
I've been fishing in North Queensland for over 30 years. I grew up fishing for Jungle Perch and Sooty Grunter along the banks of the Mulgrave River, which eventually developed into an obsession with Barramundi fishing. I then moved on to targeting big Barramundi, which became my passion and way of life for many years. These days, other guides follow me around trying to find my Barramundi spots! I started guiding to spend more time fishing and work in an industry I love. I've guided throughout Australia's Top End for sportfishing lodges and multiple luxury mothership operations. I'm very fortunate to have grown up in the Far North Queensland region, with access to so many different sportfishing opportunities and the remote backcountry right on my doorstep.

Aaron B.
Captain

Oscar M.
Captain

Rory B.
Business partner

Rory B.
Captain




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