Barra Private Tours 

4.8
(158 reviews)
 Gonzales Road, Darwin, NT 0820, Australia–

Barra Private Tours 

Darwin, NT, Australia
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21 ft
4
4.8
(158 reviews)

Barra Private Tours is proud to be based in Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia, offering tailored private charters for individuals or corporate groups. Our knowledgeable captain has been a fishing enthusiast for many years and ensures that you have the optimal time out on the water.

Our 6.1 m Australian Master Marine is the perfect vessel for taking you out on the area's remarkable rivers and coastal creeks, thanks to its 250 HP outboard engine and cutting-edge navigational equipment. Through the LiveScope, we are able to detect fish and check their movement. Accommodating up to four passengers comfortably, it is sure to provide an excellent adventure.

We offer barramundi or reef fishing. Barramundi fishing is prioritized when conditions allow; Our experienced fishing guides are always more than happy to share their knowledge on the best places to catch Barramundi. Otherwise, reef fishing with bait is offered.

All you have to bring is your own sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses - and don't forget to bring your own beer if you wish! You will have access to top-notch light tackle and a variety of lures. Once you have successfully reeled in your catch, your guide will be happy to clean and fillet your fish to bring home.

We would be delighted to have you join us for a truly personalized and unique fishing experience. Book your trip with Barra Private Tours today - you will not be disappointed!

Barra Private Tours is proud to be based in Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia, offering tailored private charters for individuals or corporate groups. Our knowledgeable captain has been a fishing enthusiast for many years and ensures that you have the optimal time out on the water.

Our 6.1 m Australian Master Marine is the perfect vessel for taking you out on the area's remarkable rivers and coastal creeks, thanks to its 250 HP outboard engine and cutting-edge navigational equipment. Through the LiveScope, we are able to detect fish and check their movement. Accommodating up to four passengers comfortably, it is sure to provide an excellent adventure.

We offer barramundi or reef fishing. Barramundi fishing is prioritized when conditions allow; Our experienced fishing guides are always more than happy to share their knowledge on the best places to catch Barramundi. Otherwise, reef fishing with bait is offered.

All you have to bring is your own sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses - and don't forget to bring your own beer if you wish! You will have access to top-notch light tackle and a variety of lures. Once you have successfully reeled in your catch, your guide will be happy to clean and fillet your fish to bring home.

We would be delighted to have you join us for a truly personalized and unique fishing experience. Book your trip with Barra Private Tours today - you will not be disappointed!

Barra Private Tours
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Barra Private Tours
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Group Size:
November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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Darwin 4 hours Shared Charter
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Trevally (Giant)
Barramundi
Trevally (Golden)
Coral Trout
+7
US $433
Entire boat: 2 people
Darwin 6 hours Shared Charter
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Trevally (Giant)
Barramundi
Trevally (Golden)
Coral Trout
+7
US $542
Shared tour: 2 people
Darwin 8 hours Shared Charter
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Nov 1
Barramundi
US $704
Shared tour: 2 people
Full Day Shared Charter - Remote
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
11 hour trip starts at 5:00 AM
Barramundi
Threadfin Salmon
Saratoga (Northern)
US $772
Shared tour: 2 people
Darwin 4 hours Private Charter
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Trevally (Giant)
Barramundi
Trevally (Golden)
Coral Trout
+7
US $813
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Darwin 6 hours Private Charter
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Trevally (Giant)
Barramundi
Trevally (Golden)
Coral Trout
+7
US $1,050
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Darwin 8 hours Private Charter
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Nov 1
Barramundi
US $1,286
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Full Day Private Charter - Remote
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
11 hour trip starts at 5:00 AM
Barramundi
Threadfin Salmon
Saratoga (Northern)
US $1,490
Entire boat: up to 4 people

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Rating

4.8
158 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.7
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (149)

What anglers say

93%
Great experience
85%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
99%
Good boat
96%
Recommended
72%
Caught fish

Reviews (158)

  • Phil Gabell
    Phil Gabell
    au
    Australia
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great charter

    Darwin 4 hours Private Charter on July 31, 2026 • 4 adults

    We had a brilliant charter and although there is never a guarantee of catching any fish Flo persisted with change through the trip doing his best to ensure we ended up with the best return possible. We were fortunate enough to bag a good catch. Would highly recomend giving it a go 🎣👍

  • Lynette Kilner
    Lynette Kilner
    au
    Australia
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great local knowledge

    Darwin 4 hours Private Charter on September 25, 2026 • 4 adults • 1 child

    This was a great experience for our family of 4. Thanks to our captain who had great local knowledge and persistence in getting to the spots where the fish were! Barra, Salmon, Fingerprint, catfish, grunter and a crab!!

  • Gary Adams
    Gary Adams
    au
    Australia
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Barra Barra Barra

    1/2 Day Private Charter up to 2 ppl on September 1, 2025 • 2 adults

    Great afternoons fishing we landed 60-70 cm Barra all afternoon Skipper was amazing tipping u location to throw ur lure among other technique advise I pulled in 4 beautiful Barra the misses is happy we eating fresh fish for couple days Also like to thank Cindy skippers wife for taking photos n video of our experience We are going out again at end of the week looking fwd to another successful day with our slip If you want the chance to land your first Barra as I did book with these guys you won’t be disappointed Thanks again for great day

  • Dave Staddon
    Dave Staddon
    gb
    United Kingdom
    Member since 2017
    5.0
    Verified

    The perfect introduction to catching local fish, incredible experience for my family.

    Darwin 4 hours Private Charter on July 29, 2025 • 3 adults

    We are all very novice anglers but wanted to experience fishing as a family and were blown away from start to finish about everything. It is EXACTLY as advertised but the captain made it for us. So helpful, considerate and extremely patient. We took 5 different species back home for the BBQ which were all prepared on the boat. A family memory we will have for a very long time. Thank you!!

  • Doug Van Gelder
    Doug Van Gelder
    au
    Australia
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    First Barra

    1/2 Day Private Charter up to 2 ppl on June 25, 2025 • 3 adults

    Booking through Fishing Booker was simple and easy. Floran from Barra Private Tours was knowledgeble, on time, well equiped and super passionate to make it a great experience for myself and my 2 teenage sons. We all hooked fish and got a 66cm Barra keeper as well, even though its low season for Barra. All super pumped and great to have for lunch. I'd highly recommend Floran and Barra Private Tours.

  • Fleur Magick Dennis
    Fleur Magick Dennis
    Repeat angler
    au
    Australia
    Member since 2025
    3 trips
    5.0

    Best day ever!!!

    Darwin 4 hours Private Charter on June 1, 2025

    Today we had an amazing day!!! Flo went out of his way to make sure we had an unforgettable experience! Flo knew the harbour really well and he was kind enough to extend the tour for us and made sure that we went home with a great catch! Thank you for one of the best days of our lives. Definitely join Flo out on the water - you will love it and catch some beautiful local fish!

  • Sam Powell
    Sam Powell
    au
    Australia
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome trip!

    1/2 Day Private Charter up to 2 ppl on June 7, 2025 • 2 adults • 1 child

    Myself and my son went out for the half day charter and it was fantastic! The skipper took us out to a few spots in the harbour and we were on all morning! He was great with my son, giving him some tips and pointers and baiting his hooks whenever he needed. Fantastic trip with heaps of fish! Cheers guys

  • Robina  Ford
    Robina Ford
    au
    Australia
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Fabulous Floran

    1/2 Day Private Charter up to 2 ppl on June 9, 2025 • 3 adults

    Great day had with Floran , Pitty we picked the wrong time of year to try to catch Barra. We still enjoyed the day out on the water, looking at the croc trap and saw beautiful birds , including the jabiru We will come back in Oct and fish the billabong with Floran 👍

  • Christophe Grammare
    Christophe Grammare
    Repeat angler
    sg
    Australia
    Member since 2020
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great fishing day with Barra Private Tours

    Full Day Private Charter - Remote on September 21, 2024 • 4 adults • 2 children

    We had a fantastic experience with Barra Private Tour - Flo picked me and my 3 boys up in Darwin early to take us to a great location (Billabong) where his local knowledge has allowed all of us to catch many species including great size Barra & Saratoga. He has really looked after us and ensure the boys had a great day on the water with no fuss and great conviviality - thumbs up, and we will be back

  • Karen Rowell
    Karen Rowell
    au
    Australia
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Darwin Harbour Half Day Reef Trip

    1/2 Day Private Charter up to 2 ppl on July 8, 2025 • 3 adults

    Fantastic trip. Florian was organised, very helpful and professional. He captained the boat, baited hooks and cleaned our catch with ease! Thanks for a great day it was great fun.

FAQs about Barra Private Tours

Barra Private Tours offers the following trips to customers:
  • AU $320 per person - Darwin 4 hours Shared Charter (4 hours)
  • AU $400 per person - Darwin 6 hours Shared Charter (6 hours)
  • AU $520 per person - Darwin 8 hours Shared Charter (8 hours)
  • AU $570 per person - Full Day Shared Charter - Remote (11 hours)
  • AU $1,200 per group - Darwin 4 hours Private Charter (4 hours)
  • AU $1,550 per group - Darwin 6 hours Private Charter (6 hours)
  • AU $1,900 per group - Darwin 8 hours Private Charter (8 hours)
  • AU $2,200 per group - Full Day Private Charter - Remote (11 hours)
When you book a trip with Barra Private Tours, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Barra Private Tours include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Replace if damaged or lost)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (It is complimentary free. You are welcome to catch and release or take your catch home, whatever you decide to keep, we are happy to clean and filleted fish for you to take home. Please note we adhere strictly to Northern Territory fishing regulations and)
  • Snacks (Half day charter is not including food. Full day charter will include meals (Fresh wrap) and snack. )
  • Drinks (Complimentary spring water bottle)
  • Fishing license (No License required)
  • Lunch (Full Day only)
Barra Private Tours offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing (Half day charter - Darwin Harbour Full day charter - Fishing destinations are dependent on the weather, tide and seasons. (Dundee Beach / Mary River/ Darwin Region))
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing (corroboree billabong Marie River National Park)
Barra Private Tours offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Popping
Top targeted fish species with Barra Private Tours include:
  • Barramundi
  • Black Jewfish
  • Coral Trout
  • Crab
  • Nannygai
  • Saratoga (Southern)
  • Snapper (Mangrove Red)
  • Spanish Mackerel (Narrow-barred)
  • Threadfin Salmon
  • Trevally (Giant)
  • Trevally (Golden)
  • Tuna (Longtail)

Your operator

Barra Private Tours
Barra Private Tours
Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia
6 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
158 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since March 2022
Angler's Choice
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
I am the owner and operator of Barra Private Tours, based in the Northern Territory's Top End. With years of hands-on fishing experience, I specialize in crafting tailored trips that leverage my knowledge of local waters to ensure optimal success and enjoyment. My passion lies in targeting barramundi—a species celebrated for its size, fight, and flavor. Renowned as one of fishing's ultimate challenges, barramundi thrive in our region's estuaries and coastal waters, offering exhilarating battles that test skill and patience. Our half-day tours are planned around tidal patterns, ensuring ideal conditions whether you're casting for barramundi in the estuaries or exploring inshore reef fishing. Our trips are tailored to the perfect tidal conditions. We will check the tide condition prior to the tour and contact you to see if you would like to proceed with lure fishing or bait fishing. It's upon client choices. Solo travellers, couples, families, and groups are all welcome. My goal is to blend excitement with relaxation, offering not just a fishing trip but a chance to connect with the environment through local expertise. As a full-service guide, I provide all gear, licenses, and safety equipment—you only need to bring along your own beer and personal items. Post-trip, I'll clean and fillet your catch, ready for you to take home and savor. Join me for an authentic Northern Territory experience.
Barra Private Tours
Barra Private Tours
Fully verified
Angler's Choice
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158
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2022
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I am the owner and operator of Barra Private Tours, based in the Northern Territory's Top End. With years of hands-on fishing experience, I specialize in crafting tailored trips that leverage my knowledge of local waters to ensure optimal success and enjoyment. My passion lies in targeting barramundi—a species celebrated for its size, fight, and flavor. Renowned as one of fishing's ultimate challenges, barramundi thrive in our region's estuaries and coastal waters, offering exhilarating battles that test skill and patience. Our half-day tours are planned around tidal patterns, ensuring ideal conditions whether you're casting for barramundi in the estuaries or exploring inshore reef fishing. Our trips are tailored to the perfect tidal conditions. We will check the tide condition prior to the tour and contact you to see if you would like to proceed with lure fishing or bait fishing. It's upon client choices. Solo travellers, couples, families, and groups are all welcome. My goal is to blend excitement with relaxation, offering not just a fishing trip but a chance to connect with the environment through local expertise. As a full-service guide, I provide all gear, licenses, and safety equipment—you only need to bring along your own beer and personal items. Post-trip, I'll clean and fillet your catch, ready for you to take home and savor. Join me for an authentic Northern Territory experience.

The fish you can target

Barramundi
Barramundi
Black Jewfish
Black Jewfish
Coral Trout
Coral Trout
Crab
Crab
Nannygai
Nannygai
Southern Saratoga
Southern Saratoga
Mangrove Red Snapper
Mangrove Red Snapper
Narrow-barred Spanish Mackerel
Narrow-barred Spanish Mackerel
Threadfin Salmon
Threadfin Salmon
Giant Trevally
Giant Trevally
Golden Trevally
Golden Trevally
Longtail Tuna
Longtail Tuna
Barramundi
Barramundi
Black Jewfish
Black Jewfish
Coral Trout
Coral Trout
Crab
Crab
Nannygai
Nannygai

Real catches by this captain

  • Young angler proudly holding a large redfish aboard a shallow-water fishing boat, with an adult guide assisting nearby.
    Fish 1
    Threadfin Salmon
    Lynette K.
    Lynette K.
    This was a great experience for our family of 4. Thanks to our captain who had great local knowledge and persistence in getting to the spots where the fish were! Barra, Salmon, Fingerprint, catfish, grunter and a crab!!
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Speckled Trout while fishing on a private charter in calm waters.
    Phil G.
    Phil G.
    We had a brilliant charter and although there is never a guarantee of catching any fish Flo persisted with change through the trip doing his best to ensure we ended up with the best return possible. We were fortunate enough to bag a good catch. Would highly recomend giving it a go 🎣👍
  • A joyful angler proudly displaying a large Barramundi while fishing with a companion on a sunny day.
    Our clients booked for a half day barramundi fish and chips, by checking the tide. We found a good biting window, and come back with happy clients. Please note, uh, in June, probably not the best time of the year to target barramundi, however, we're still be able to target barramundis as they they are still around, like middle size of barramundi in the Darwin Harbor. If you are planning to book a private barramundi fish trips, contact us. We can check the tide conditions and then give you the advice. If the condition are not good for barra fishing, we can still organize reef fishing adventure. This give you a better fishing outcome.
  • Bird flying overhead against a bright blue sky, with no visible boat, angler, or fishing catch.
    Daniel W.
    Daniel W.
    Great experience and way to experience the real wildside of the NT
  • An angler proudly displaying a large Barramundi while fishing on a boat in a scenic waterway.
    Amanda T.
    Amanda T.
    What a wonderful day. Rob was great 👍
  • An angler proudly displaying a large Snapper while fishing on a sunny day, with a fellow fisherman in the background.
    Fish 1
    Red Snapper
    Daniel M.
    Daniel M.
    Florance was great knew all the spots was great for a laugh and very accomidating .
  • Four anglers proudly displaying their catches of large Largemouth Bass while on a fishing trip, showcasing a sunny day on the water.
    Gary A.
    Gary A.
    Great afternoons fishing we landed 60-70 cm Barra all afternoon Skipper was amazing tipping u location to throw ur lure among other technique advise I pulled in 4 beautiful Barra the misses is happy we eating fresh fish for couple days Also like to thank Cindy skippers wife for taking photos n video of our experience We are going out again at end of the week looking fwd to another successful day with our slip If you want the chance to land your first Barra as I did book with these guys you won’t be disappointed Thanks again for great day
  • Two anglers enjoying a fishing trip on a small boat in a scenic waterway, with lush greenery in the background.
    Jungsuk L.
    Jungsuk L.
    The captain is so kind and he did his best to guide us. If I visit darwin again, I will surely choose this tour! Thank you for giving good memory to me.
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Snook caught in a scenic mangrove environment.
    Cameron D.
    Cameron D.
  • A cheerful group of anglers enjoying a day on the water, capturing a selfie aboard a fishing boat with a scenic ocean backdrop.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +2
    Red Snapper
    Dave S.
    Dave S.
    We are all very novice anglers but wanted to experience fishing as a family and were blown away from start to finish about everything. It is EXACTLY as advertised but the captain made it for us. So helpful, considerate and extremely patient. We took 5 different species back home for the BBQ which were all prepared on the boat. A family memory we will have for a very long time. Thank you!!

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
21 ft
Year built
2018
Boat manufacturer
Australia Master Marine
Boat type
Aluminum fishing
Engine model
Yamaha V6 4.2L
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
49 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

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

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Jigging
Popping

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Replace if damaged or lost
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
It is complimentary free. You are welcome to catch and release or take your catch home, whatever you decide to keep, we are happy to clean and filleted fish for you to take home. Please note we adhere strictly to Northern Territory fishing regulations and
Snacks
Half day charter is not including food. Full day charter will include meals (Fresh wrap) and snack.
Drinks
Complimentary spring water bottle
Fishing license
No License required
Lunch
Full Day only

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
Minimum 7 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
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 2% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Darwin right now

BarramundiBarramundi
Black JewfishBlack Jewfish
Coral TroutCoral Trout
Saratoga (Southern)Saratoga (Southern)
Spanish Mackerel (Narrow-barred)Spanish Mackerel (Narrow-barred)
Threadfin SalmonThreadfin Salmon
Trevally (Giant)Trevally (Giant)
Trevally (Golden)Trevally (Golden)
Tuna (Longtail)Tuna (Longtail)

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