Skipper Nick assured me from the very outset, that where others claimed a decent Barra could not be bagged this time of year; he would deliver, and he did.
His knowledge of the Cairns estuaries, is beyond just one man’s efforts in a lifetime. I took the benefits from his families generations of local knowledge.
Nick took me from being a Barra virgin, with no technique or smarts. To fishing just like him and becoming a Barra master, all in a day.
He was never disappointed with my failed efforts, kept encouraging me, and mentoring me, right up until that moment of the first Barra strike - a total monster. A fish way beyond my experience to land. Easily over 100cm. On its second run from the boat up to the sky it raced, turned its head on the surface at the boat and spat the lure straight back at us.
Nick made certain my first Barra action was not going to be my last. We discussed what had happened and what changes I needed to make with playing the fish. I took the understanding that you can’t just pull them in like a reef fish. There is a finesse required; the mastering over one’s reflexes and not rip at the fish, but rather, allowing the fish to dance, to the sound of your music.
The planets lined up and we got the job done. My first Barra landed and in the bag. A beautiful fish, worthy of a photo and certainly delicious to eat.
Skipper Nick, the ultimate sports fishing coach. There is no doubt about it, irrespective of you ability. Even Tiger Woods uses a coach. I will be back in Barra prime time with you Skip.

My son and I couldn’t have asked for a better day. Captain Nick was incredibly attentive, kind, patient and easy going. I had been communicating with Captain Rory periodically during and leading up to my booking date: he never get tired of answering our questions and showed the same qualities. My son had been looking forward to this trip for months and it far exceeded his expectations. The best part was Captain Nick sharing the excitement with my son when he hooked 3 decent sized barramundis. Highly recommend these guys!!!

Absolutely loved it! Massive grins from ear to ear.
We lucked out on hooking a fish but we did see a barra , some amazing scenery and spotted 3 crocs. The experience was well worth it! Thank you to Nick who was a great host. We felt as though we were fishing with a mate.
Would recommend 10/10

My wife & I had an excellent morning south of Cairns for my first go at salt water fly fishing (after a half century of chasing trout in NZ).
Some excellent fishing and guiding from a guy who’s both knowledgeable about all things Far North Queensland and great company to boot.
Can’t recommend more highly.

What an amazing day out on the water. Rory helped create a memory for my son and myself that will last a lifetime.