Make 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!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    4.5 Hour Fishing Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    US $807
    This a great opportunity for those with time restraints. We can have you fishing within 15 minutes from leaving the ramp! Around the islands there are an array of species to target from Coral Trout, Crimson Snapper, Grass Emperor and more!
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Popping
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Coral Trout
    Coral Trout
    Spanish Mackerel (Narrow-barred)
    Narrow-barred Spanish Mackerel
    Tuna (Longtail)
    Longtail Tuna
    Sweetlip Emperor
    Sweetlip Emperor
    Nannygai
    Nannygai
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip — Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $1,094
    Our most popular time frame that will deliver ample fishing opportunities.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Popping
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Coral Trout
    Coral Trout
    Spanish Mackerel (Narrow-barred)
    Narrow-barred Spanish Mackerel
    Snapper (Red Emperor)
    Red Emperor Snapper
    Tuna (Longtail)
    Longtail Tuna
    Sweetlip Emperor
    Sweetlip Emperor
    Nannygai
    Nannygai
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip — Fishing & Whitehaven
    In demand! Last booked: 4 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $1,094
    A very popular charter with Catch My Drift - Combine fishing & sightseeing in the beautiful Whitsundays with a visit to Whitehaven Beach/Hill Inlet. We have fishing spots along the way to target an array of species!
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Popping
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Drift Fishing
  • Private trip
    Fishing & Sightseeing
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    US $1,094
    The ultimate combination package! Yes, you can have it all. We will fully customize your activities to suit you—any time frame for each activity.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Popping
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Drift Fishing
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip — Fishing & Sightseeing
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $1,452
    Spend a full day fishing & exploring the Whitsundays in the comfort of Catch My Drift. (Lunch is included on full-day trips)
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Popping
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Coral Trout
    Coral Trout
    Spanish Mackerel (Narrow-barred)
    Narrow-barred Spanish Mackerel
    Snapper (Red Emperor)
    Red Emperor Snapper
    Tuna (Longtail)
    Longtail Tuna
    Sweetlip Emperor
    Sweetlip Emperor
    Nannygai
    Nannygai
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FAQs about Catch My Drift Charters

Catch My Drift Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • AU $1,250 per group - 4.5 Hour Fishing Trip (4 hours)
  • AU $1,695 per group - 6 Hour Trip — Fishing (6 hours)
  • AU $1,695 per group - 6 Hour Trip — Fishing & Whitehaven (6 hours)
  • AU $1,695 per group - Fishing & Sightseeing (6 hours)
  • AU $2,250 per group - 8 Hour Trip — Fishing & Sightseeing (8 hours)

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
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Catch My Drift Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks
  • Drinks
  • Fishing License

Catch My Drift Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing (Island reefs)

Catch My Drift Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift Fishing

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 the Captain

Murray Story
Airlie Beach, Queensland, Australia
ID & license verified
7 Customer reviews
Response time 2 hours
Member since May 2023
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.

About this listing

Targeted species

Coral Trout Coral Trout
Nannygai Nannygai
Snapper (Red Emperor) Red Emperor Snapper
Snapper (Red) Red Snapper

Boat specs

Tristram Marine (Sportfishing) originally built in 2022. Powered by a 270HP Mercury engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 30 knots.

Length
26 ft
Capacity
4 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Island reefs

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Drift Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
16" Simrad
Live Bait Well
Kitchen
Refrigerator

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Snacks
Drinks
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

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

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
Visa
Mastercard
PayPal
Bank Transfer
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 2% charge will apply.

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 7 reviews
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Excellent
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Excellent
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Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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The highlight of our Whitsundays trip.
The highlight of our Whitsundays trip.
The highlight of our Whitsundays trip.
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Satisfied with the boat
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Rebecca M.
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The highlight of our Whitsundays trip.

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip — Fishing & Sightseeing on January 4, 2024
We booked an 8 hour fishing, snorkeling and sightseeing tour with Catch My Drift. I thought that I was ambitious trying to...
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Lilly C.
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6 Hour private charter

VERIFIED   Fishing & Sightseeing on May 27, 2023
Captain Murray was happy to take us anywhere we wanted to go and showed us all the best fishing spots and took us to Whitehaven...
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VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip — Fishing & Sightseeing on February 3, 2024
amazing experience, had two of my family members onboard who had never fished before and Murray was really patience with them...
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Dan P.
United Kingdom
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Airlie Beach private charter

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip — Fishing & Whitehaven on September 19, 2023
Can’t recommend Murray highly enough. Worked hard to put us on the fish and tried every method you can think of. Boat is...
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James D.
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4 hour trip with Murray

VERIFIED   4.5 Hour Fishing Trip on June 2, 2023
Murray is an awesome captain and put us on the fish early with 5 Nannygai. When things got a bit slower he took us to every...
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