Catch My Drift Charters
+19Make an adventure out of your next trip in Airlie Beach and go fishing in comfort with "Catch My Drift" Charters.
These waters are known for Nannygai, Spanish Mackerel, Coral Trout, Red Emperor, Longtail Tuna, Sweetlip Emperor, and more.
You’ll find yourself aboard this beautiful purpose-built 26’ Offshore Sport Fishing boat with a maximum of 4 guests only (No mixed groups). "Catch My Drift" offers a smooth & dry ride even in choppy conditions & is fitted out with all the latest gear, including game poles, Simrad 16" GPS/Plotter, refrigerator & galley plus a private flushing toilet for your convenience.
Families making a day of it will be glad to know that kids are more than welcome aboard!
And yes, we do take less than four people at once, we have an established clientele including couples that love to have the boat to themselves!
Morning or afternoon tea is provided. (Lunch is provided on 8 hour charters or can be arranged through one of our suppliers on 4,5 or 6 hour trips at a small cost). Snacks, bottled water & soft drinks are included free of charge.
Alcohol is allowed (cans only, please).
Now and then, the fish might get away, but a day on the water never should. Time to make it happen with Catch My Drift Charters!
Captain
Murray Story
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Plan your trip
In demand! Last booked: 4 days ago
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (18)
+15Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
88%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
100%
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Amazing trip
6 Hour Trip — Fishing & Whitehaven on March 25, 2025
Thankyou to Murray for an amazing day on the water . Murray was very accomodating and room us to many spots to fish. He was very knowledgeable of the area and the species we caught and had plenty of tips and tricks to help us along the way. Highly recommend 10/10
Thankyou to Murray for an amazing day on the water . Murray was very accomodating and room us to many spots to fish. He was very knowledgeable of the area and the species we caught and had plenty of tips and tricks to help us along the way. Highly recommend 10/10
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Perfect fishingday at the see
4 Hour Fishing Trip on April 10, 2025
We really enjoyed our fishingtour with the best, skilled kaptain. It could not been better😄We catched a lot of different fish. The boat is very nice and perfect for fishing.
We really enjoyed our fishingtour with the best, skilled kaptain. It could not been better😄We catched a lot of different fish. The boat is very nice and perfect for fishing.
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Wow
4 Hour Fishing Trip on April 29, 2025
CAPT MURRY, WHAT CAN I SAY, HES ONE OF THE NICEST CAPTAINS I HAVE MET. BOAT IS EXCELLENT, BEST FISHING I HAVE DONE( I FISH ALOT). WELL DONE MURRY AND CREW.
CAPT MURRY, WHAT CAN I SAY, HES ONE OF THE NICEST CAPTAINS I HAVE MET. BOAT IS EXCELLENT, BEST FISHING I HAVE DONE( I FISH ALOT). WELL DONE MURRY AND CREW.
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Fantastic day on the water.
4 Hour Fishing Trip on November 18, 2024
Murray was a fantastic host and the Whitsundays turned the weather on for us. He had to work hard to find us some fish and came through with the goods. There was fish there but its like they weren't hungry (a bit like our kids at dinner time). We would definitely book again.
Murray was a fantastic host and the Whitsundays turned the weather on for us. He had to work hard to find us some fish and came through with the goods. There was fish there but its like they weren't hungry (a bit like our kids at dinner time). We would definitely book again.
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Great Captain and boat, will definately visit again
6 Hour Trip — Fishing & Whitehaven on December 18, 2024
We booked a day out on Catch my drift so our teen boys could have a great fishing experience, Captain Murray went out of his way to ensure that they had a good day. The boat was beautiful, not to mention the amazing scenery.
We booked a day out on Catch my drift so our teen boys could have a great fishing experience, Captain Murray went out of his way to ensure that they had a good day. The boat was beautiful, not to mention the amazing scenery.
FAQs about Catch My Drift Charters
What are the trip rates for Catch My Drift Charters?
Catch My Drift Charters offers the following trips to customers:
- AU $1,100 per group - 4 Hour Fishing Trip (4 hours)
- AU $1,375 per group - 5 Hour Trip — Fishing/Sightseeing (5 hours)
- AU $1,695 per group - 6 Hour Fishing Trip (6 hours)
- AU $1,695 per group - 6 Hour Trip — Fishing & Whitehaven (6 hours)
- AU $2,250 per group - 8 hour Fishing (includes lunch) (8 hours)
- AU $2,250 per group - 8 Hour Trip — Fishing & Whitehaven (8 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Catch My Drift Charters?
When you book a trip with Catch My Drift Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- Toilet
- GPS
- Fishfinder 16" Simrad
- Live Bait Well
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Wireless Trolling Motor Minn Kota electric motor
- Outriggers
- Ice Box
What's included in the trip price with Catch My Drift Charters?
Trips booked with Catch My Drift Charters include:
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live Bait
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- Snacks
- Drinks
- Fishing License
What types of fishing does Catch My Drift Charters offer?
Catch My Drift Charters offers the following types of fishing:
- Inshore Fishing
- Nearshore Fishing
- Reef Fishing (Island reefs)
What fishing techniques does Catch My Drift Charters offer?
Catch My Drift Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle
- Heavy Tackle
- Bottom Fishing
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Popping
- Drift Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Catch My Drift Charters?
Top targeted fish species with Catch My Drift Charters include:
- Coral Trout
- Nannygai
- Snapper (Red Emperor)
- Snapper (Red)
- Spanish Mackerel (Narrow-barred)
- Sweetlip Emperor
- Tuna (Longtail)
Meet your captain
Airlie Beach, Queensland, Australia
With more than 30 years of experience on the water, both from a recreational & commercial perspective, I understand the importance of safety & comfort for my guests while enjoying the beautiful Whitsundays. With over 1000 hours clocked up in recent years around the reefs and Islands, I offer the opportunity to target an array of species in and around the islands and fringing reefs of the Whitsundays.
Fish you can target
Your boat
Where you can fish
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Island reefs
How you can fish
Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Drift Fishing
What's on board
Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
16" Simrad
Live Bait Well
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Wireless Trolling Motor
Minn Kota electric motor
Outriggers
Ice Box
Included in the price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Snacks
Drinks
Fishing License
How cancellations work
Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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 not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
How to 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
PayPal
Bank Transfer
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 2% charge will apply.