Airlie Beach Fishing Adventures 

4.8/5 (50 reviews)
 The Cove Rd, Airlie Beach, QL 4802, Australia

Airlie Beach Fishing Adventures 

Airlie Beach, QL, Australia
30 ft
8
4.8/5 (50 reviews)

If you're ready to go fishing in Airlie Beach, we've got you covered with Airlie Beach Fishing Adventures. With Captain Jim at the helm, you're in knowledgeable and experienced hands.

Red Emperor Snapper, Coral Trout, Mackerel, Black Jewfish, Nannygai, Cobia, Sweetlip Emperor, Fingermark Bream, and more are in the cards if you cast your line at the right time of year. For these species, you're likely to troll and bottom fish.

Kids are welcome, so go ahead and bring the whole family along! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Snacks are also a good idea for a boost of energy when needed!

Capt. Jim operates a 30' Cougar Cat catamaran with capacity for 7 passengers. It comes with all the essentials. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. Rods, reels, and tackle are provided, as well as lures. Live bait is available, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

There's no need to buy a fishing license, so all you have to do is look forward to your trip! Be mindful that some species may have special rules or limited seasons. If you don't know what to expect, ask the captain.

Don't leave home without sunglasses, and sunblock (non-spray). Drinks will be available for you. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles. There will be food and some light snacks included on board.

How often would you rather be fishing? Go on and turn that day dream into a reality, with Airlie Beach Fishing Adventures.

If you're ready to go fishing in Airlie Beach, we've got you covered with Airlie Beach Fishing Adventures. With Captain Jim at the helm, you're in knowledgeable and experienced hands.

Red Emperor Snapper, Coral Trout, Mackerel, Black Jewfish, Nannygai, Cobia, Sweetlip Emperor, Fingermark Bream, and more are in the cards if you cast your line at the right time of year. For these species, you're likely to troll and bottom fish.

Kids are welcome, so go ahead and bring the whole family along! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Snacks are also a good idea for a boost of energy when needed!

Capt. Jim operates a 30' Cougar Cat catamaran with capacity for 7 passengers. It comes with all the essentials. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. Rods, reels, and tackle are provided, as well as lures. Live bait is available, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

There's no need to buy a fishing license, so all you have to do is look forward to your trip! Be mindful that some species may have special rules or limited seasons. If you don't know what to expect, ask the captain.

Don't leave home without sunglasses, and sunblock (non-spray). Drinks will be available for you. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles. There will be food and some light snacks included on board.

How often would you rather be fishing? Go on and turn that day dream into a reality, with Airlie Beach Fishing Adventures.

Jim Cole
Captain
Jim Cole
7 years of experience
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Trip availability and prices

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Half Day Trip – Shared
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Cobia
Coral Trout
Spanish Mackerel (Narrow-barred)
Snapper (Red Emperor)
+4
US $328
Shared tour: 2 people
Half Day Trip PM - Shared
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 12:00 PM
Cobia
Coral Trout
Spanish Mackerel (Narrow-barred)
Snapper (Red Emperor)
+4
US $328
Shared tour: 2 people
3/4 Day Trip – Shared
Just booked! Last booked: 4 hours ago
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Cobia
Coral Trout
Spanish Mackerel (Narrow-barred)
Snapper (Red Emperor)
+4
US $456
Shared tour: 2 people
Full Day Trip – Shared
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
9 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Cobia
Coral Trout
Spanish Mackerel (Narrow-barred)
Snapper (Red Emperor)
+4
US $627
Shared tour: 2 people
Half Day Trip – Private
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Cobia
Coral Trout
Snapper (Red Emperor)
Sweetlip Emperor
+3
US $1,211
Entire boat: up to 8 people
Half Day Trip PM - Private
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 12:00 PM
Cobia
Coral Trout
Spanish Mackerel (Narrow-barred)
Snapper (Red Emperor)
+4
US $1,211
Entire boat: up to 8 people
3/4 Day Trip – Private
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Cobia
Coral Trout
Spanish Mackerel (Narrow-barred)
Snapper (Red Emperor)
+4
US $1,639
Entire boat: up to 8 people
Full Day Trip – Private
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
9 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Cobia
Coral Trout
Spanish Mackerel (Narrow-barred)
Snapper (Red Emperor)
+4
US $2,280
Entire boat: up to 8 people
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Rating

4.8
50 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (43)

What anglers say

94%
Recommended
96%
Caught fish

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Michael Evans
Michael Evans
au
Australia
Member since 2026
The captain canceled
August 6, 2026
Trip was supposed to happen on August 6, 2026

The charter operator canceled on trip date. This is an automated posting.

Nicole Knapman
Nicole Knapman
au
Australia
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great Fishing Trip!
3/4 Day Trip – Shared on March 14, 20261 adult2 children

My husband, son and his mate had a great fishing trip with Jim and crew. Caught lots of fish, a memorable day for my son’s 11th Birthday! Definitely would reccomend! Great communication and very accomodating with rescheduling due to bad weather. They are already counting down until they can do again! Thank you.

Caitlin Wadsworth
Caitlin Wadsworth
au
Australia
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great fishing experience!
3/4 Day Trip – Shared on May 29, 20262 adults

Jim was fantastic, extremely knowledgeable and engaging. He took us to good fishing spots and if we didn’t get bites he moved on. We caught enough fish to feed 5 for 2 nights. It was a thoroughly wonderful fishing experience and if we return we’ll definitely go again and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend.

Rebecca Clarke
Rebecca Clarke
au
Australia
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Not at all disappointed! Such a great morning!
Half Day Trip – Shared on July 11, 20265 adults

Captain Jim was friendly, professional ans bery knowledgeable about the local area. I felt very safe which allowed myself and my family to realy enjoy the adventure! My husband and son both caught huge fish! would highly recommend this adventure! Thanks Captain Jim.

Allen Lalor
Allen Lalor
au
Australia
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Airlie beach fishing charters
Half Day Trip PM - Shared on March 13, 20262 adults

Our fishing trip was excellent.caught lot’s of fish.Captain and crew were very friendly and looked after us from the time we stepped into the boat.

FAQs about Airlie Beach Fishing Adventures

Airlie Beach Fishing Adventures offers the following trips to customers:
  • AU $230 per person - Half Day Trip – Shared (4 hours)
  • AU $230 per person - Half Day Trip PM - Shared (4 hours)
  • AU $320 per person - 3/4 Day Trip – Shared (6 hours)
  • AU $440 per person - Full Day Trip – Shared (9 hours)
  • AU $1,700 per group - Half Day Trip – Private (4 hours)
  • AU $1,700 per group - Half Day Trip PM - Private (4 hours)
  • AU $2,300 per group - 3/4 Day Trip – Private (6 hours)
  • AU $3,200 per group - Full Day Trip – Private (9 hours)
When you book a trip with Airlie Beach Fishing Adventures, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Reef Chief has an onboard flushable toilet.
  • GPS Garmin 8412
  • Fishfinder Dual Garmin 8412 plus Furuno TZ2 with DFF3D
  • Live bait well Massive 140lt bait tank
  • Refrigerator Dual 110lt Dometic upright fridges
  • Multimedia system Fusion RA210 Sports
  • Wireless trolling motor New Minn Kota Instinct Quest 115lbs 100" shaft
  • Ice box Dual 125lt Evakool Infinity series iceboxes
  • Radar Furuno
Trips booked with Airlie Beach Fishing Adventures include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Quality rods and reels by Shimano)
  • Live bait (Live bait will depend on conditions on the day. Should live bait be an option then this is included in the price.)
  • Lures (Upon request* extra cost)
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Will clean up to two fish per passenger)
  • Snacks (Basic morning and afternoon tea provided)
  • Drinks (Cans of softdrink and bottled water)
  • Fishing license (All GBRMPA fees included)
  • Lunch (On full day charters)
Airlie Beach Fishing Adventures offers the following types of fishing:
  • Offshore fishing (Distance traveled for the day will depend on trip duration, weather conditions and tides. Please message if you have any specific requests and we are happy to provide information about optimal conditions for planning your trip.)
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Airlie Beach Fishing Adventures offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Airlie Beach Fishing Adventures include:
  • Black Jewfish
  • Bream (Fingermark)
  • Cobia
  • Coral Trout
  • Nannygai
  • Snapper (Red Emperor)
  • Spanish Mackerel (Narrow-barred)
  • Sweetlip Emperor

Your captain

Jim Cole
Jim Cole
Jim Cole

Airlie Beach, Queensland, Australia

ID & license verified
124 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since September 2020
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The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.

Fishing has been my obsession since I was a kid. I spent years working towards my goal of making it my career and I am eager to share my passion for fishing and our beautiful area with our customers.

ID & license verified
124 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since September 2020
Angler's Choice

The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.

Fishing has been my obsession since I was a kid. I spent years working towards my goal of making it my career and I am eager to share my passion for fishing and our beautiful area with our customers.

The fish you can target

Black Jewfish
Black Jewfish
Fingermark Bream
Fingermark Bream
Cobia
Cobia
Coral Trout
Coral Trout
Nannygai
Nannygai
Red Emperor Snapper
Red Emperor Snapper
Narrow-barred Spanish Mackerel
Narrow-barred Spanish Mackerel
Sweetlip Emperor
Sweetlip Emperor
Black Jewfish
Black Jewfish
Fingermark Bream
Fingermark Bream
Cobia
Cobia
Coral Trout
Coral Trout
Nannygai
Nannygai

Real catches by this captain

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Catamarans
Capacity
8 persons
Boat length
30 ft
Year built
1992
Restored in
2024
Boat manufacturer
Cougar
Boat type
Catamaran
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
2 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Offshore Fishing
Distance traveled for the day will depend on trip duration, weather conditions and tides. Please message if you have any specific requests and we are happy to provide information about optimal conditions for planning your trip.
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Reef Chief has an onboard flushable toilet.
GPS
Garmin 8412
Fishfinder
Dual Garmin 8412 plus Furuno TZ2 with DFF3D
Live bait well
Massive 140lt bait tank
Refrigerator
Dual 110lt Dometic upright fridges
Multimedia system
Fusion RA210 Sports
Wireless trolling motor
New Minn Kota Instinct Quest 115lbs 100" shaft
Ice box
Dual 125lt Evakool Infinity series iceboxes
Radar
Furuno
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Quality rods and reels by Shimano
Live bait
Live bait will depend on conditions on the day. Should live bait be an option then this is included in the price.
Lures
Upon request* extra cost
Catch cleaning & filleting
Will clean up to two fish per passenger
Snacks
Basic morning and afternoon tea provided
Drinks
Cans of softdrink and bottled water
Fishing license
All GBRMPA fees included
Lunch
On full day charters

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.

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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
Kids are welcome onboard. Children under 12 are required to wear a life jacket whilst on the deck. Additional supervision from parents maybe required for younger children.
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

 Visa

 Mastercard

What’s biting in Airlie Beach right now

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