Ready to catch some fish in Cairns? Cairns Sportfishing is here to make it happen! With Captain Gavin at the helm, you're in knowledgeable and experienced hands.
The fish in these waters include Coral Trout, Giant Trevally, Nannygai, Wahoo, Spangled Emperor, Sweetlip Emperor, Barramundi, and more with any luck. You'll target your catch by light tackle fishing, popping, trolling, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.
Capt. Gavin welcomes children aboard, so the whole family can come and unplug for the day! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. And, you can't go wrong with snacks so that nobody gets cranky on an empty stomach!
You'll be fishing aboard a 20' Eagle Ray center console with a capacity for 5 passengers however if it is a reef adventure we only take 4 pax .we also limit by age to reef to between the ages of 14years and 60 years for safety reasons . It has everything you need for a productive day on the water. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. Rods, reels, and tackle are covered by the charter, as well as lures. Live bait is available, but be sure to ask about it so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.
You might need to purchase a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species may be off-limits or require a special tag, so make sure you know what to expect.
It's always wise to bring sunscreen (non-spray), and sunglasses. Drinks are included, free of charge. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
Now, come aboard with Cairns Sportfishing and get hooked!
Rating summary
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Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
91%
Appropriate for children
95%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
88%
Caught fish
85%
Sep 6, 2025
Half Day Trip – Estuary Fishing(am)
Gavin is a great guide and runs a great charter. We caught a range of species and I picked up a few tricks to take with me. Whilemluck wasn’t on our side in the Barra department, I’d still recommend Gavin to anyone after a great value charter. Thanks again.
Gavin is a great guide and runs a great charter. We caught a range of species and I picked up a few tricks to take with me. Whilemluck...
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Aug 12, 2025
Half day trip estuary fishing (pm)
Not a lot of fish around on the day but learnt a lot about different species of fish was great for the kids. Really positive guy that loves to share his knowledge and lives and breathes his job/hobby. Went the extra mile to make sure we had a good day out. Thanks heaps
Not a lot of fish around on the day but learnt a lot about different species of fish was great for the kids. Really positive guy...
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Aug 27, 2025
Half day trip -estuary fishing (pm)
Friendly and experienced Captain. Nice and clean 22ft boat. Had a wonderful time. Thank you very much.
Friendly and experienced Captain. Nice and clean 22ft boat. Had a wonderful time. Thank you very much.
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Jun 24, 2025
Half day trip -estuary fishing (pm)
Our fishing trip with Gavin as our guide was amazing. He knew all the good spots in the area and even tho it wasn't the right time of the year we caught multiple nice fish. I really recomend booking with him, you are in for a great time.
Our fishing trip with Gavin as our guide was amazing. He knew all the good spots in the area and even tho it wasn't the right...
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Jun 22, 2025
Half Day Trip – Estuary Fishing(am)
On a very slow day for fish taking the bait we thought we going home empty handed, but captain Gavin tried one last shot at finding the right place and my son caught a beautiful Goldband Snapper!
On a very slow day for fish taking the bait we thought we going home empty handed, but captain Gavin tried one last shot at finding...
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Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (39)
Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
91%
Appropriate for children
95%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
88%
Caught fish
85%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Half Day Trip – Estuary Fishing(am) on September 6, 2025
Gavin is a great guide and runs a great charter. We caught a range of species and I picked up a few tricks to take with me. Whilemluck wasn’t on our side in the Barra department, I’d still recommend Gavin to anyone after a great value charter. Thanks again.
Gavin is a great guide and runs a great charter. We caught a range of species and I picked up a few tricks to take with me. Whilemluck wasn’t on our side in the Barra department, I’d still recommend Gavin to anyone after a great value charter. Thanks again.
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Half day trip estuary fishing (pm) on August 12, 2025
Not a lot of fish around on the day but learnt a lot about different species of fish was great for the kids. Really positive guy that loves to share his knowledge and lives and breathes his job/hobby. Went the extra mile to make sure we had a good day out. Thanks heaps
Not a lot of fish around on the day but learnt a lot about different species of fish was great for the kids. Really positive guy that loves to share his knowledge and lives and breathes his job/hobby. Went the extra mile to make sure we had a good day out. Thanks heaps
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Half day trip -estuary fishing (pm) on August 27, 2025
Friendly and experienced Captain. Nice and clean 22ft boat. Had a wonderful time. Thank you very much.
Friendly and experienced Captain. Nice and clean 22ft boat. Had a wonderful time. Thank you very much.
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Half day trip -estuary fishing (pm) on June 24, 2025
Our fishing trip with Gavin as our guide was amazing. He knew all the good spots in the area and even tho it wasn't the right time of the year we caught multiple nice fish. I really recomend booking with him, you are in for a great time.
Our fishing trip with Gavin as our guide was amazing. He knew all the good spots in the area and even tho it wasn't the right time of the year we caught multiple nice fish. I really recomend booking with him, you are in for a great time.
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Half Day Trip – Estuary Fishing(am) on June 22, 2025
On a very slow day for fish taking the bait we thought we going home empty handed, but captain Gavin tried one last shot at finding the right place and my son caught a beautiful Goldband Snapper!
On a very slow day for fish taking the bait we thought we going home empty handed, but captain Gavin tried one last shot at finding the right place and my son caught a beautiful Goldband Snapper!
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