Fishseeker Charters takes you out on a fun and productive day of fishing in the beautiful waters Northern Territory. Skipper Robert Marchant operates out of Darwin and can take you to the area’s near coastal waters, reefs, flats, as well as rivers. The skipper is a cordial fisherman who loves taking his guest to Australia’s bountiful waters. Pick your day and join him aboard for a wonderful day on the water.

Your adventure will start on a 20’ Black Arrow custom aluminum fishing boat that can safely take up to 2 fishos. This boat runs on a 100 HP Yamaha engine and is equipped with GPS, fishfinder, and VHF radio technology uses for efficient movement across the water. Onboard, there’s also an esky you can use to store your catch.

You and Skipper Robert will be fishing in Darwin Harbour searching for Barramundi, Queenfish, Threadfin Salmon, Trevally, and more using light tackle. If you want, you can keep the fish you catch and enjoy some tasty meals when back home. Kids are welcome to come aboard – bring them along and spend a lovely day on the water with your family.

The skipper will cover you for all the fishing rods, reels, tackle, as well as fly fishing gear. He also supplies drinks and provides lunch on 10-hour trips.

Bring your dear ones and spend a lovely day on the water together with Fishseeker Charters!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $500
    You and Skipper Robert will be fly fishing in Darwin Harbour. You'll have a great time fly fishing in the flats and estuary systems for Barramundi and tropical sports fish. The trip departure time is 8:00 a.m. The trip covers all the equipment and drinks.
  • Private trip
    10 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $780
    On the 10-hour trip, you and the captain will fish in Bynoe Harbour and the surrounding area chasing tropical species including Barramundi, Queenfish, Trevally, and Threadfin Salmon. The trip starts at 8:00 a.m. and comes with all the gear, drinks, as well as lunch.
  • Private trip
    3 Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    3 Day Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Overnight stay, lodging
    US $780
    On this multiday trip, you'll be fishing Bynoe and regional river systems throughout the Northern Territory. Accommodation food and drinks come at the customers' cost. The skipper supplies all equipment, drinks, and lunch on board.

FAQs about Fishseeker Charters

Fishseeker Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • AU $770 per group - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
  • AU $1,200 per group - 10 Hour Trip (10 hours)
  • AU $1,200 per day per group - 3 Day Trip (3 days)

When you book a trip with Fishseeker Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Fishseeker Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Drinks
  • Lunch (Supplied on 6 and 10-hour charters)
  • Fly Fishing Equipment

Fishseeker Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • River Fishing
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Flats Fishing

Fishseeker Charters offers the following fishing technique:
  • Fly Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Fishseeker Charters include:
  • Barramundi
  • Queenfish
  • Threadfin Salmon

Meet the Captain

Robert Marchant
Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia
4 Customer reviews
Response time 14 hours
Member since July 2022
Skipper Robert invites you to join him for a day full of fun and fishing. Meet him in Darwin and embark on a journey to various prized species that roam Northern Territory's rich waters.

About this listing

Targeted species

Barramundi Barramundi
Queenfish Queenfish
Threadfin Salmon Threadfin Salmon

Boat specs

Black Arrow (Aluminum fishing) originally built in 2010. Powered by a 100HP Yamaha engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 20 knots.

Length
20 ft
Capacity
2 persons

Types of fishing

River Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Flats Fishing

Fishing techniques

Fly Fishing

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Drinks
Lunch
Supplied on 6 and 10-hour charters
Fly Fishing Equipment

Cancellation policy

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.

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
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

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Customer reviews

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Excellent
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Alan L.
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Fish with a Pro

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip on October 8, 2023
Thoroughly enjoyed our trip out with Rob. He was patient, gave excellent instruction, an importantly got us onto barra!
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Glenn S.
Brookline, MA
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Fishing with Robert

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip on July 4, 2023
Great trip, good knowledge, very nice captain. Great fishing day
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Jeff H.
Australia
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Half day with Rob

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip on March 3, 2023
Had an excellent day with a very knowledgeable captain and got a couple of Barra in very trying conditions
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Kim L.
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September fishing trip

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip on September 27, 2022
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