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Reef Magic Charters 

5.0
(6 reviews)
 Rose Bay Wharf, Sydney, NS, Australia–
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Reef Magic Charters 

Sydney, NS, Australia
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43 ft
6
5.0
(6 reviews)
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Trips & prices
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Make the most of your time in Sydney and go fishing with Reef Magic Charters.

Depending on the season, you might hook into Bonito, Bowfin, Flathead, Striped Marlin, Blue Marlin, Black Marlin, and plenty more. For these species, you're likely to troll and bottom fish using light or heavy tackle.

Your vessel for the day is a 43' O'Brien 43 sportfishing vessel that holds up to 6 passengers. It has outriggers, downriggers, and all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. There's a toilet on board for your convenience.

You'll have the help of a First Mate to put you on fish. A 10–20% tip is customary to show your appreciation for their hard work.

You will need to purchase 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.

It's always wise to bring sunglasses, bottled water, and sunblock (non-spray). If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

And that's it! Your fishing trip with Reef Magic Charters is just a click away.

Make the most of your time in Sydney and go fishing with Reef Magic Charters.

Depending on the season, you might hook into Bonito, Bowfin, Flathead, Striped Marlin, Blue Marlin, Black Marlin, and plenty more. For these species, you're likely to troll and bottom fish using light or heavy tackle.

Your vessel for the day is a 43' O'Brien 43 sportfishing vessel that holds up to 6 passengers. It has outriggers, downriggers, and all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. There's a toilet on board for your convenience.

You'll have the help of a First Mate to put you on fish. A 10–20% tip is customary to show your appreciation for their hard work.

You will need to purchase 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.

It's always wise to bring sunglasses, bottled water, and sunblock (non-spray). If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

And that's it! Your fishing trip with Reef Magic Charters is just a click away.

Mike Clarkson
Captain
Mike Clarkson
10 years of experience
ID & credentials verified
responds within an hour
Popular features
Pickup included
Toilet
Air conditioning
Ice box
Rods, reels & tackle
Popular features
Pickup included
Toilet
Air conditioning
Ice box
Rods, reels & tackle

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Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
8 Hour Trip – Offshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Marlin (Blue)
Marlin (Black)
Marlin (Striped)
US $2,047
Entire boat: up to 6 people

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5.0
6 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
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Reviews (6)

  • Dimitris Gr
    Dimitris Gr
    gr
    Greece
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Perfect on everything

    8 Hour Trip – Offshore on February 25, 2026 • 4 adults

    Perfect crew I recommend 100% they was very helpful in everything from the first day we start communicating!!! Thanks for everything!!!

  • Jason Thacker
    Jason Thacker
    gb
    United Kingdom
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Fantastic

    8 Hour Trip – Offshore on November 12, 2025 • 2 adults

    went out with Mike and Dave. They put so much effort into getting a marlin but unfortunately we didnt get one. We were trolling for hours. We did catch a couple of Jewfish on the way back. Size 10&7kg.

  • Michael Fruehbeiss
    Michael Fruehbeiss
    ch
    Switzerland
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Swiss guys with no clue in DownUnder

    8 Hour Trip – Offshore on March 14, 2026 • 4 adults

    Was a great day and we got enough Red Snapper for a big BBQ and Sashimi. Dave and Mike are great guys would come back everytime while in Sydney! Cheers

  • Christian Kuhn
    Christian Kuhn
    us
    Virginia, US
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome day on the water!

    8 Hour Trip – Offshore on February 28, 2025 • 2 adults

    Captain Mike, Dave, and Adison are the best crew ever. Above and beyond service and overall great guys. Would definitely book again!

  • Palei Maifelemi
    Palei Maifelemi
    au
    Australia
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    👍

    8 Hour Trip – Offshore on December 22, 2024 • 6 adults

    They really know what they are doing. Definitely recommend

FAQs about Reef Magic Charters

Reef Magic Charters offers the following trip to customers:
  • AU $3,000 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Offshore (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Reef Magic Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Air conditioning
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Flybridge
  • Live bait well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Outriggers
  • Tuna tubes
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Reef Magic Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • First mate
Reef Magic Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Reef Magic Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Reef Magic Charters include:
  • Bonito
  • Flathead
  • Marlin (Black)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (Striped)

Your captain

Mike Clarkson
Mike Clarkson
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
ID & license verified
6 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since April 2024
Benefit from Capt. Mike's extensive knowledge of the local fishing areas and ensure a memorable fishing trip for your group in Sydney. This area is known for Blue Marlin, Striped Marlin and Flathead and you'll get to catch them using bottom fishing, trolling, jigging, or other techniques. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.
Mike Clarkson
Mike Clarkson
Fully verified
6
reviews
2024
member since
~1h
response
Benefit from Capt. Mike's extensive knowledge of the local fishing areas and ensure a memorable fishing trip for your group in Sydney. This area is known for Blue Marlin, Striped Marlin and Flathead and you'll get to catch them using bottom fishing, trolling, jigging, or other techniques. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

The fish you can target

Bonito
Bonito
Flathead
Flathead
Black Marlin
Black Marlin
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
Striped Marlin
Striped Marlin
Bonito
Bonito
Flathead
Flathead
Black Marlin
Black Marlin
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
Striped Marlin
Striped Marlin

Real catches by this captain

  • View from the helm of the Reef Magic, showcasing fishing rods ready for action as the boat navigates through calm waters.
    Dimitris G.
    Dimitris G.
    Perfect crew I recommend 100% they was very helpful in everything from the first day we start communicating!!! Thanks for everything!!!
  • Angler proudly displaying two large striped bass on a fishing boat, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Jason T.
    Jason T.
    went out with Mike and Dave. They put so much effort into getting a marlin but unfortunately we didnt get one. We were trolling for hours. We did catch a couple of Jewfish on the way back. Size 10&7kg.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
43 ft
Year built
2002
Boat manufacturer
O'Brien
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Cummins
Powered by
2 x 450HP
Max cruising speed
26 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Jigging
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Air conditioning
GPS
Fishfinder
Flybridge
Live bait well
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Outriggers
Tuna tubes
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
First mate

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.
More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup included in price
Transfer from hotels or jetties in Sydney to departure site is available and included in trip rates.
Catch and release allowed

How you can 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
 Checks
 Bank transfer

What’s biting in Sydney right now

FlatheadFlathead
Marlin (Black)Marlin (Black)
Marlin (Blue)Marlin (Blue)
Marlin (Striped)Marlin (Striped)

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