Port Douglas Sportfishing
Port Douglas Sportfishing
There's a fish with your name on it in Port Douglas and Port Douglas sportfishing will help you catch it!
These waters are known for big Largemouth Nannygai, Spangled Emperor, Sweetlip Emperor, Cobia, Giant Trevally, Barramundi, Queenfish, Golden Trevally, Coral Trout, Narrow-barred Spanish Mackerel, Longtail Tuna, and more – with any luck, they'll make your reel scream. On the day of your trip, you're likely to troll and bottom fish using light tackle. Capt. Gavin also offers topwater fishing for big GTs, just enquire about this option so this can be added to your adventure
Port Douglas Sportfishing welcomes kids aboard, so the whole family can come and unplug for the day! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Snacks are also a good idea so that nobody gets cranky on an empty stomach!
Your adventure begins aboard an 18' Eagle Ray center console that holds up to 5 passengers. It comes with all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. Capt. Gavin will supply rods and reels for you, along with lures. Live bait is available, but be sure to ask about it so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.
You will need to buy a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species might be protected or require a tag to keep them, so make sure you know what to expect. A few items to bring include sunscreen (non-spray), and sunglasses. Drinks are included, free of charge. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
Get in touch with Capt. Gavin below and start planning your trip today!
There's a fish with your name on it in Port Douglas and Port Douglas sportfishing will help you catch it!
These waters are known for big Largemouth Nannygai, Spangled Emperor, Sweetlip Emperor, Cobia, Giant Trevally, Barramundi, Queenfish, Golden Trevally, Coral Trout, Narrow-barred Spanish Mackerel, Longtail Tuna, and more – with any luck, they'll make your reel scream. On the day of your trip, you're likely to troll and bottom fish using light tackle. Capt. Gavin also offers topwater fishing for big GTs, just enquire about this option so this can be added to your adventure
Port Douglas Sportfishing welcomes kids aboard, so the whole family can come and unplug for the day! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Snacks are also a good idea so that nobody gets cranky on an empty stomach!
Your adventure begins aboard an 18' Eagle Ray center console that holds up to 5 passengers. It comes with all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. Capt. Gavin will supply rods and reels for you, along with lures. Live bait is available, but be sure to ask about it so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.
You will need to buy a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species might be protected or require a tag to keep them, so make sure you know what to expect. A few items to bring include sunscreen (non-spray), and sunglasses. Drinks are included, free of charge. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
Get in touch with Capt. Gavin below and start planning your trip today!
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Gavin Chau5.0VerifiedNewTough conditions but great trip!
Half Day Trip – Inshore Reef (PM) on September 28, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 childrenWater temps dropped and fishing conditions were tough but captain Gavin did everything he could to get us onto some quality fish. In the end we managed a nice jack and a gold spot cod. Learned a lot about fishing in FNQ and at the end of the day the captain kindly gave us the left over livies and gave us some pointers on where and when to fish them landbased.
Zane Wright5.0VerifiedPerfect morning of fishing with a friendly and knowleable captain
Half Day Trip – Inshore Reef (AM) on October 31, 2025 • 4 adults • 2 childrenWe had an awesome fishing trip with Captain Gavin out at the inshore reef off Port Douglas. The conditions were perfect, and Gavin made the whole experience fun, easy, and productive. We caught a great range of reef fish throughout the morning, with plenty of action to keep everyone excited. The highlight was bringing home two beautiful coral trout, which made for an absolutely delicious lunch! Gavin’s local knowledge and professionalism really made the day. Whether you’re an experienced angler or just out for some fun on the water, I’d highly recommend a trip with Captain Gavin — a top-notch fishing charter experience in Port Douglas!
John Dimitropoulos5.0VerifiedNewcaptain is a legend …Great day
Full Day Trip – Outer Reef on October 15, 2026 • 2 adultswent out with me and my wife, gavin is a fantastic captain. aboslute gentlemen, got us on the fish was really helpful with guiding us on what to do with all the different species . verry accomodating to our requests. all round fantastic day 10/10
Thomas PatfieldRepeat angler5.0VerifiedCracking end to our week in Port!!
Full day -topwater fishing on November 16, 2025 • 2 adultsYou’re learning off and fishing with one of FNQ’s gurus if you head out with Gav. Bloke was the best! My Mrs had never held a rod let along cast a lure into the mangroves. right in the bite window he called she landed a huge jack, probably 5mtrs from where we saw a croc slide into the water! we also cleaned up out on the reef popping for G’s and deep dropping on a few of his wonky hole marks for big Nnanygai my second time doing this charter and ill be back for years to come!!! cheers Gav great to meet ya!
William Myer5.0Verifiedincredible guide with great knowledge of the area
Half Day Trip – Inshore Reef (AM) on July 12, 2026 • 2 adultsWe had a tremendous and successful trip under Gavin's tutelage today. He has a great understanding of the waters we fished and made us feel safe, and taught us the right technique to land the 30+ fish we did in 4.5 hrs. I would highly recommend him and we will certainly be giving him another call when we come back.
John Tudor5.0VerifiedFantastic afternoon
Half Day Trip – Inshore Reef (PM) on January 3, 2026 • 3 adultsThanks to Gavin for a great afternoon. Around 30 fish caught including coral trout and 2 small sharks. Kept putting us on the fish. Great knowledge and a genuinely nice skipper to get along with. Thanks from The Tudor family. Hope to be back from the UK one day ok
Paull Disney-smith5.0VerifiedGreat morning on the water
Half Day Trip – Inshore Reef (AM) on December 27, 2025 • 2 adultsGav took myself and my son out in December for a half day inshore session and his expertise put us onto a few nice fish to take home. Great boat set up well with plenty of rigged up excellent quality rods and reels. Recommend to anyone. Cheers Gavin, Paull.
Cameron Sharp5.0VerifiedGreat fishing trip
Half Day Trip – Inshore Reef (PM) on July 12, 2026 • 3 adults • 2 childrenKids and I had a great day out on the water with Gavin, lots of fish, fun and great memories.
Lisa Swale4.7VerifiedAmazing experience for someone family.
Half Day Trip – Estuary (PM) on April 12, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 childrenThis was a gift for my 11year old son. Though they didn't catch much. They still caught a few each and Gavin was really patient showing how to get live bait, showing them how to put bait on the hook, cast, strike and reel them in. They loved it.
Scott Besso5.0VerifiedDecember fishing trip
Half Day Trip – Inshore Reef (AM) on December 21, 2025 • 2 adultsGavin was great. Extremely knowledgeable and patient. Nice guy to be around even if the big ones weren’t biting that day.
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We had a great time with Gavin! Unfortunately, the fish were few, but nonetheless we had a wonderful morning. We had great fun catching a few smaller fish, until a large croc decided to scare them all off by coming for a close up look! While we wanted fish, that was a pretty spectacular moment we very much enjoyed. Gavin is a great guide and host, with a very comfortable boat! The privacy of Gavs charters was also great, allowing us to have a great yap about everything and anything! We will be giving Gavin a call when we come back!
hey jordy thank you for the kind review yes the fish sometimes can be difficult at least we managed a few rods to bend we gave gave us some fun . we will get them next time . it was a pleasure to have you guys on board enjoy the rest of your holidays here in port we will catch you next time cheers Gavin portdouglas sportfishing
Water temps dropped and fishing conditions were tough but captain Gavin did everything he could to get us onto some quality fish. In the end we managed a nice jack and a gold spot cod. Learned a lot about fishing in FNQ and at the end of the day the captain kindly gave us the left over livies and gave us some pointers on where and when to fish them landbased.
hey gavin thank you for your kind review was a pleasure to have you guys on board enjoy the rest of your holiday here in port and wewill catch you next time your hete in port cheers gavin portdouglas sportfishing
If you are looking for an incredible day out on the water, book with Gavin! He is a fantastic guide—patient, helpful and so full of local knowledge. He knew exactly where to find the fish and took the time to help us hone our skills. It was a smooth, fun, and memorable day from start to finish. Thank you, Gavin!
hey nathan thanks heaps for the kind review im glad you guys had a great time i did as well enjoy the rest of your stay here in port catch you next time your here cheers Gavin portdouglas sportfishing
We had an awesome fishing trip with Captain Gavin out at the inshore reef off Port Douglas. The conditions were perfect, and Gavin made the whole experience fun, easy, and productive. We caught a great range of reef fish throughout the morning, with plenty of action to keep everyone excited. The highlight was bringing home two beautiful coral trout, which made for an absolutely delicious lunch! Gavin’s local knowledge and professionalism really made the day. Whether you’re an experienced angler or just out for some fun on the water, I’d highly recommend a trip with Captain Gavin — a top-notch fishing charter experience in Port Douglas!
thank you heaps guys for the kind review .yes we so did have a great morning on the inshore reef with plenty being caught .it was a pleasure to have you guys on board and will hope to catch you again when in port douglas next . thanks again and enjoy thr rest of your holiday here in port cheers Gavin portdouglas sportfishing
went out with me and my wife, gavin is a fantastic captain. aboslute gentlemen, got us on the fish was really helpful with guiding us on what to do with all the different species . verry accomodating to our requests. all round fantastic day 10/10
hey john thank you heaps for the kind review. was a pleasure to have you guys on board i had a great time too .enjiy the rest of your stay here in port and we will catch you next time in the new boat thanks again gavin portdouglas sportfishing
FAQs about Port Douglas Sportfishing
- AU $880 per group, additional AU $220 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip – Estuary (AM) (4 hours)
- AU $880 per group, additional AU $220 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip – Estuary (PM) (4 hours)
- AU $960 per group - Half Day Trip – Inshore Reef (AM) (4 hours)
- AU $960 per group - Half Day Trip – Inshore Reef (PM) (4 hours)
- AU $1,350 per group - 3/4day estuary (6 hours)
- AU $1,440 per group - 3/4 Day Trip – Inshore Reef (6 hours)
- AU $1,760 per group, additional AU $220 per person after 4 guests - Full day estuary (8 hours)
- AU $1,920 per group - Full day -topwater fishing (8 hours)
- AU $1,920 per group - Full Day Trip – Outer Reef (8 hours)
- Toilet Toilet on the 6mtr vessel is a chemical toilet type
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Snorkeling equipment
- Live bait well
- Wireless trolling motor 102lb pinpoint xi5
- Ice box
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live bait (Yes we certainly do try to catch live bait and yes it is a part of the trip sometimes it's a bit harder than other times but can be quite interesting watching how it's done .and like I always say live bait is king in the estuary especially )
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting (We don't clean your fish however we do bleed the fish and place on ice to give to you in a bag to take to the fish fillet service in town )
- Drinks (We supply a good errey of different flavoured softdrinks and bottled water )
- River fishing (We will be fishing in the local estuary and reef inner and outer depending on the trip you have chosen )
- Inshore fishing
- Nearshore fishing
- Offshore fishing (On the offshore trips our first spots are roughly around 1.25 hrs of travel depending on weather conditions .and then move from there )
- Reef fishing
- Wreck fishing
- Flats fishing
- Light tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Popping
- Drift fishing
- Deep sea fishing
- Barramundi
- Cobia
- Coral Trout
- Nannygai
- Queenfish
- Spanish Mackerel (Narrow-barred)
- Trevally (Giant)
- Trevally (Golden)
- Tuna (Longtail)
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4.5(422)22 ftGroup size 1 - 51 - 5
+74 hour trip • 5 personsUS $588
