Gone Fishing Cairns offers the most spectacular fishing adventures in Trinity Inlet! It is located in the heart of the city of Cairns and allows for some of the best Estuary fishing this region has to offer. Captain Jacob and Captain Russel have years of experience and are excited to show you the hottest fishing spots for the most productive day out.

Trinity Inlet is surrounded by lush greenery and rainforest-clad mountains that make it one of the region’s most diverse and productive fishing systems. You can explore these waters in the comfort of a 26’ Cairns custom craft boat. Depending on weather and tide conditions, you could catch more than 10 species from one productive spot.

This area is home to a great variety of species, including the famous Barramundi, Mangrove Jack, Great Trevally, Australian Salmon, Grunter, Jewfish, Fingermark, and Gold Spot Cod among other species. In all, approximately 50 species of fish populate this expansive system.

Above the water, the area offers a wealth of other wildlife to look out for. You can spot around 20 species of birds that include birds of prey, such as the osprey, brahminy kite, and the magnificent white-bellied sea eagle. Don’t forget to be on the lookout for saltwater crocodiles.

Included in the price are top-quality rods and reels. These won’t let you down – whether you are going after your first fish ever or your hundredth. Live bait is also included, and you do not need a fishing licence in this area. You are welcome to bring along your own food and drink on this trip – you’ll want to keep your energy up!
 
Book now for a wonderful day out with Gone Fishing Cairns! You might come as strangers, but you are sure to leave as friends.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Shared trip
    Half Day Trip – Shared (AM)
    In demand! Last booked: 1 day ago
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    US $154
    The Inlet is home to a great diversity of species including the famous Barramundi, Mangrove Jack, Fingermark, Salmon, and Jewfish to name just a few. All rods and reels are included in the price, as well as the live bait. We supply cold drinking water and sunscreen but feel free to bring along your own snacks and drinks.
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Barramundi
    Barramundi
    Queenfish
    Queenfish
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Bream (Fingermark)
    Fingermark Bream
    Grunter (Javelin)
    Javelin Grunter
    Black Jewfish
    Black Jewfish
    Threadfin Salmon
    Threadfin Salmon
  • Shared trip
    Half Day Trip – Shared (PM)
    Just booked! Last booked: 8 hours ago
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
    US $154
    The Inlet is home to a great diversity of species including the famous Barramundi, Mangrove Jack, Fingermark, Salmon, and Jewfish to name just a few. All rods and reels are included in the price, as well as the live bait. We supply cold drinking water and sunscreen but feel free to bring along your own snacks and drinks.
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Barramundi
    Barramundi
    Queenfish
    Queenfish
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Bream (Fingermark)
    Fingermark Bream
    Grunter (Javelin)
    Javelin Grunter
    Black Jewfish
    Black Jewfish
    Threadfin Salmon
    Threadfin Salmon
  • Shared trip
    Full Day Trip – Shared
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    US $295
    The Inlet is home to a great diversity of species including the famous Barramundi, Mangrove Jack, Fingermark, Salmon, and Jewfish to name just a few. All rods and reels are included in the price, as well as the live bait. We supply cold drinking water and sunscreen but feel free to bring along your own snacks and drinks.
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Barramundi
    Barramundi
    Queenfish
    Queenfish
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Bream (Fingermark)
    Fingermark Bream
    Grunter (Javelin)
    Javelin Grunter
    Black Jewfish
    Black Jewfish
    Threadfin Salmon
    Threadfin Salmon
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Private (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    US $482
    The Inlet is home to a great diversity of species including the famous Barramundi, Mangrove Jack, Fingermark, Salmon, and Jewfish to name just a few. All rods and reels are included in the price, as well as the live bait. We supply cold drinking water and sunscreen but feel free to bring along your own snacks and drinks.
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Barramundi
    Barramundi
    Queenfish
    Queenfish
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Bream (Fingermark)
    Fingermark Bream
    Grunter (Javelin)
    Javelin Grunter
    Black Jewfish
    Black Jewfish
    Threadfin Salmon
    Threadfin Salmon
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Private (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
    US $482
    The Inlet is home to a great diversity of species including the famous Barramundi, Mangrove Jack, Fingermark, Salmon, and Jewfish to name just a few. All rods and reels are included in the price, as well as the live bait. We supply cold drinking water and sunscreen but feel free to bring along your own snacks and drinks.
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip – Private
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    US $867
    The Inlet is home to a great diversity of species including the famous Barramundi, Mangrove Jack, Fingermark, Salmon, and Jewfish to name just a few. All rods and reels are included in the price, as well as the live bait. We supply cold drinking water and sunscreen but feel free to bring along your own snacks and drinks.
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Barramundi
    Barramundi
    Queenfish
    Queenfish
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Bream (Fingermark)
    Fingermark Bream
    Grunter (Javelin)
    Javelin Grunter
    Black Jewfish
    Black Jewfish
    Threadfin Salmon
    Threadfin Salmon
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FAQs about Gone Fishing Cairns

Gone Fishing Cairns offers the following trips to customers:
  • AU $120 per person - Half Day Trip – Shared (AM) (4 hours)
  • AU $120 per person - Half Day Trip – Shared (PM) (4 hours)
  • AU $230 per person - Full Day Trip – Shared (8 hours)
  • AU $750 per group - Half Day Trip – Private (AM) (4 hours)
  • AU $750 per group - Half Day Trip – Private (PM) (4 hours)
  • AU $1,350 per group - Full Day Trip – Private (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Gone Fishing Cairns, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Enclosed toilet
  • GPS Garmin 125 SV
  • Live Bait Well

Trips booked with Gone Fishing Cairns include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (Catching live bait takes place at the start of each trip and its included in the trip price)
  • Fishing License (Not Required)

Gone Fishing Cairns offers the following types of fishing:
  • River Fishing (Trinity inlet )
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Flats Fishing

Gone Fishing Cairns offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing (Live Bait)

Top targeted fish species with Gone Fishing Cairns include:
  • Barramundi
  • Bream (Fingermark)
  • Grunter (Javelin)
  • Queenfish
  • Salmon
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Tarpon
  • Threadfin Salmon
  • Trevally (Giant)

Meet the Charter Operator

Gone Fishing Cairns
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
3 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
448 Customer reviews
Response time 5 hours
Member since October 2015
Captain Jacob and Captain Russel have extensive knowledge of the local area, having lived here for over 25 years. They have been fishing in the Cairns inlet for over 18 years.

About this listing

Targeted species

Barramundi Barramundi
Bream (Fingermark) Fingermark Bream
Grunter (Javelin) Javelin Grunter
Queenfish Queenfish

Boat specs

Cairns Custom Craft (Aluminum fishing) originally built in 2010. Powered by 2 70HP Yamaha engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 25 knots.

Length
26 ft
Capacity
7 persons

Types of fishing

River Fishing
Trinity inlet
Inshore Fishing
Flats Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Live Bait

Amenities

Toilet
Enclosed toilet
GPS
Garmin 125 SV
Live Bait Well

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Catching live bait takes place at the start of each trip and its included in the trip price
Fishing License
Not Required

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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 not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
No age limits, persons under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult
No Smoking
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 25% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 25% 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

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 448 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.6 / 5
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Great local knowledge
Great local knowledge
Great crew!
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Angler rating
345
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
90%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
94%
Appropriate for children
95%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
61%
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Helen A.
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Great local knowledge

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip – Shared (AM) on April 18, 2024
Jacob’s understanding and knowledge of the local conditions are fantastic. Great fishing locations where we were kept on...
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Sabrina F.
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My son caught his first fish in his life!

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip – Shared (PM) on March 30, 2024
This is definitely a memorable movement that my son caught his very first fish in this trip. We all learned a lot about fishing...
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Great crew!

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip – Shared (PM) on April 11, 2024
Unfortunately no fish today. We did however catch a stingray . . just the luck on the day. We did see a crocodile though so...
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Full day trip with Captain Jacob

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip – Shared on July 24, 2023
Today my partner and me, spent the day out on the water with Jacob. Although we didn’t catch a lot of fish, Jacob was accommodating...
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April fishing trip

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip – Shared (AM) on April 10, 2024
Great day out highly recommend Gone Fishing friendly captain only to happy to have a chat and help any way he could 👍🏻
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