Whitsundays Sports 'n' Spear 

5.0/5 (3 reviews)
 38 Shingley Drive, Airlie Beach, QL 4802, Australia

Whitsundays Sports 'n' Spear 

Airlie Beach, QL, Australia
19 ft
5
5.0/5 (3 reviews)

If you're ready to love fishing in Airlie Beach, look no further than Whitsundays Sports 'n' Spear. Captain Kristin will be your guide, which allows you to benefit from years of angling experience.

Coral Trout, Barramundi, Narrow-barred Spanish Mackerel, Nannygai, Red Emperor Snapper, Sweetlip Emperor, Giant Trevally, and more inhabit these waters, depending on the time of year. For these species, you're likely to troll and bottom fish using light tackle. For the more adventurous among you, there's spearfishing.

Trips with Whitsundays Sports 'n' Spear are fun for all ages, 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. And, you can't go wrong with snacks to maintain your energy throughout the trip!

You'll find yourself aboard a 19' SouthWind center console with room for 5 passengers. It comes with everything you need for a productive day on the water. Rods, reels, and tackle are covered by the charter, as well as lures. Live bait is available, but it's good to ask about this so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

You can't go wrong when you bring sunglasses, a hat, and sunblock (non-spray). Drinks will be available for you. Alcohol is allowed in moderation. There will be food and some light snacks available on board for half days, full lunch for full day charters.

Now and then the fish might get away, but a day on the water never should. So make it happen, with Whitsundays Sports 'n' Spear!

If you're ready to love fishing in Airlie Beach, look no further than Whitsundays Sports 'n' Spear. Captain Kristin will be your guide, which allows you to benefit from years of angling experience.

Coral Trout, Barramundi, Narrow-barred Spanish Mackerel, Nannygai, Red Emperor Snapper, Sweetlip Emperor, Giant Trevally, and more inhabit these waters, depending on the time of year. For these species, you're likely to troll and bottom fish using light tackle. For the more adventurous among you, there's spearfishing.

Trips with Whitsundays Sports 'n' Spear are fun for all ages, 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. And, you can't go wrong with snacks to maintain your energy throughout the trip!

You'll find yourself aboard a 19' SouthWind center console with room for 5 passengers. It comes with everything you need for a productive day on the water. Rods, reels, and tackle are covered by the charter, as well as lures. Live bait is available, but it's good to ask about this so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

You can't go wrong when you bring sunglasses, a hat, and sunblock (non-spray). Drinks will be available for you. Alcohol is allowed in moderation. There will be food and some light snacks available on board for half days, full lunch for full day charters.

Now and then the fish might get away, but a day on the water never should. So make it happen, with Whitsundays Sports 'n' Spear!

Kristin Barr
Captain
Kristin Barr
21 years of experience

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Trip availability and prices

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Half Day Trip (AM)
In high demand Last booked: 6 days ago
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
5 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Trevally (Giant)
Coral Trout
Spanish Mackerel (Narrow-barred)
Sweetlip Emperor
+1
US $608
Entire boat: up to 5 people
Full Day Private Charter
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
9 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Trevally (Giant)
Coral Trout
Snapper (Red Emperor)
Sweetlip Emperor
+1
US $895
Entire boat: up to 5 people

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5.0
3 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

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Amon Rappaport
Amon Rappaport
us
California, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
great time
Half Day Trip (AM) on May 26, 20261 adult

had the rare pleasure of spearfishing and line fishing on the same trip, catching five keepers, including a 3 pound coral trout. Highly recommend this trip.

Kevin Vlaovic
Kevin Vlaovic
Repeat angler
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2024
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Kristin was awesome!
Full Day Private Charter on March 28, 20252 adults

Kristin was a great guide. My friend and i came from America to arlie beach and were verrry motivated to get out fishing. It was pooring rain the day we booked but was calm enough to go out anyway, and kristin sat in the awful weather with us while we caught a bunch of awesome fish like nannies, coral trout, mac tuna, cod, and big ole saltwater catfish! Great day on the water. Highly recommend his services. Very knowledgeable.

Reported catch:
Coral Trout
Red Emperor Snapper
Nannygai
Luke Harding
Luke Harding
Repeat angler
au
Australia
Member since 2025
2 trips
The captain canceled
January 21, 2025
Trip was supposed to happen on January 21, 2025

The charter operator canceled 5 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.

FAQs about Whitsundays Sports 'n' Spear

Whitsundays Sports 'n' Spear offers the following trips to customers:
  • AU $850 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (5 hours)
  • AU $1,250 per group - Full Day Private Charter (9 hours)
When you book a trip with Whitsundays Sports 'n' Spear, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Snorkeling equipment Must be able to swim confidently
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Spearfishing equipment Only experienced Spearos
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Whitsundays Sports 'n' Spear include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks
  • Drinks
  • Lunch
Whitsundays Sports 'n' Spear offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing
  • Inshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
  • Flats fishing
Whitsundays Sports 'n' Spear offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Spearfishing
Top targeted fish species with Whitsundays Sports 'n' Spear include:
  • Barramundi
  • Coral Trout
  • Nannygai
  • Snapper (Red Emperor)
  • Spanish Mackerel (Narrow-barred)
  • Sweetlip Emperor
  • Trevally (Giant)

Your captain

Kristin Barr
Kristin Barr
Kristin Barr

Airlie Beach, Queensland, Australia

2 Fishing Reports
3 Customer reviews
Typical response within 1 hour
Member since September 2024

With 19 years of experience, Capt. Kristin is prepared to show you the best of these waters. The crew will demonstrate techniques such as bottom fishing, spinning, popping, trolling, jigging, or something unique to the area. For special requests, such as spearfishing, message Capt. Kristin.

2 Fishing Reports
3 Customer reviews
Typical response within 1 hour
Member since September 2024

With 19 years of experience, Capt. Kristin is prepared to show you the best of these waters. The crew will demonstrate techniques such as bottom fishing, spinning, popping, trolling, jigging, or something unique to the area. For special requests, such as spearfishing, message Capt. Kristin.

The fish you can target

Barramundi
Barramundi
Coral Trout
Coral Trout
Nannygai
Nannygai
Red Emperor Snapper
Red Emperor Snapper
Narrow-barred Spanish Mackerel
Narrow-barred Spanish Mackerel
Sweetlip Emperor
Sweetlip Emperor
Giant Trevally
Giant Trevally
Barramundi
Barramundi
Coral Trout
Coral Trout
Nannygai
Nannygai
Red Emperor Snapper
Red Emperor Snapper
Narrow-barred Spanish Mackerel
Narrow-barred Spanish Mackerel

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
19 ft
Year built
2010
Boat manufacturer
SouthWind
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Honda
Powered by
1 x 100HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Flats Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Spearfishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Snorkeling equipment
Must be able to swim confidently
Wireless trolling motor
Spearfishing equipment
Only experienced Spearos
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Snacks
Drinks
Lunch

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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.

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What the listing policies are

Pickup included in price
Transfer from hotels or jetties in Airlie Beach to departure site is available and included in trip rates.
Child friendly
You keep catch
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

 PayPal

 Bank transfer

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