Airlie Beach Fishing Adventures
+6If 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.
Captain
Jim Cole
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+25Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
97%
Caught fish
96%
The captain canceled
Trip was supposed to happen on July 2, 2025
The charter operator canceled 1 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.
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Great Family memories
Half Day Trip – Private on January 23, 2025
What can I say that best describes our fishing trip with the guys from ‘Airlie Beach Fishing Adventures’…sensational!! My wife, 16yr old daughter, 7yr old autistic son and I book the boat so it was just for us and the guys were amazing with our son, they put us straight onto hook up after hook up. My kids caught their first fish that put a bend on the rod. The boat is fast, comfortable and well maintained, has a full roof to help keep the sun off you, but For me those guys were the highlight of the trip. Amazing fishermen and true gentleman.
What can I say that best describes our fishing trip with the guys from ‘Airlie Beach Fishing Adventures’…sensational!! My wife, 16yr old daughter, 7yr old autistic son and I book the boat so it was just for us and the guys were amazing with our son, they put us straight onto hook up after hook up. My kids caught their first fish that put a bend on the rod. The boat is fast, comfortable and well maintained, has a full roof to help keep the sun off you, but For me those guys were the highlight...
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Best day fishing I’ve ever had.
Half Day Trip – Shared on April 4, 2025
Jim was fantastic, got us on the spots fast and efficiently. Lots of variety and went above and beyond to make sure we were satisfied. Will miss certainly be hopping back on when I’m back in Airlie. I can confidently say this is the best day fishing I’ve ever had. Even managed to pull a 67cm coral trout. So appreciative, many thanks Jim!
Jim was fantastic, got us on the spots fast and efficiently. Lots of variety and went above and beyond to make sure we were satisfied. Will miss certainly be hopping back on when I’m back in Airlie. I can confidently say this is the best day fishing I’ve ever had. Even managed to pull a 67cm coral trout. So appreciative, many thanks Jim!
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What a great day out.
3/4 Day Trip – Shared on July 3, 2025
Great skipper and crew. Absolutely enjoyed the day out. Gear was great and skipper and crew were great with assistance and tips. Got enough fish for a good feed.
Great skipper and crew. Absolutely enjoyed the day out. Gear was great and skipper and crew were great with assistance and tips. Got enough fish for a good feed.
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Awesome day!
Full Day Trip – Shared on June 13, 2025
Wish I booked for the next day to because omg!! What a great day and what a great team they were.
Wish I booked for the next day to because omg!! What a great day and what a great team they were.
FAQs about Airlie Beach Fishing Adventures
What are the trip rates for Airlie Beach Fishing Adventures?
Airlie Beach Fishing Adventures offers the following trips to customers:
- AU $210 per person - Half Day Trip – Shared (4 hours)
- AU $210 per person - Half Day Trip PM - Shared (4 hours)
- AU $300 per person - 3/4 Day Trip – Shared (6 hours)
- AU $410 per person - Full Day Trip – Shared (9 hours)
- AU $1,470 per group - Half Day Trip – Private (4 hours)
- AU $1,470 per group - Half Day Trip PM - Private (4 hours)
- AU $2,100 per group - 3/4 Day Trip – Private (6 hours)
- AU $2,870 per group - Full Day Trip – Private (9 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Airlie Beach Fishing Adventures?
When you book a trip with Airlie Beach Fishing Adventures, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- 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 with Airlie Beach Fishing Adventures?
Trips booked with Airlie Beach Fishing Adventures include:
- Rods, reels & tackle (Quality rods and reels by Shimano)
- Live Bait
- 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)
What types of fishing does Airlie Beach Fishing Adventures offer?
Airlie Beach Fishing Adventures offers the following types of fishing:
- Offshore Fishing
- Reef Fishing
- Wreck Fishing
What fishing techniques does Airlie Beach Fishing Adventures offer?
Airlie Beach Fishing Adventures offers the following fishing techniques:
- Bottom Fishing
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Deep Sea Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Airlie Beach Fishing Adventures?
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
Airlie Beach, Queensland, Australia
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
What is the boat like?
What kind of fishing will you do?
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Which fishing techniques you can try
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Deep Sea Fishing
Which amenities are available onboard
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
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.
What the listing policies are
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not 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
Visa
Mastercard
What’s biting in Airlie Beach right now
Cobia