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Fin Chaser Fishing Charters 

4.6
(13 reviews)
 Launching Way, Melbourne, VI 3197, Australia–
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Fin Chaser Fishing Charters 

Melbourne, VI, Australia
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30 ft
10
4.6
(13 reviews)
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Melbourne has a fish with your name on it — and Fin Chaser Fishing Charters is ready to help you catch it!

These waters are home to Pink Snapper, King George Whiting, Bluefin Tuna, Squid, Kingfish, and plenty more depending on the season. Your trip may include light-tackle action, trolling, jigging, bottom fishing, or other techniques ideal for targeting your preferred species.

Planning a family adventure? Kids are absolutely welcome! Just ask about child-sized life vests, or feel free to bring your own. Packing a few snacks is always a good idea to keep everyone energized throughout the day.

You'll head out aboard a 30' Clayton Gallant fishing boat that comfortably accommodates up to 10 passengers. Outriggers and all the essential gear are on board to set you up for a productive day, and there's even a toilet for extra convenience.

Your captain supplies rods, reels, and lures, and live bait is available—though you may be catching it yourself depending on the trip. You will need to purchase a local fishing license beforehand, so be sure to check online or ask the captain. Some species are regulated or require tags to keep, so it's good to know the rules before heading out.

Be sure to bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and bottled water, food and a Victorian Fishing License. If you'd like to bring other beverages—alcohol is allowed in moderation, but please avoid hard liquor and glass bottles.

Have questions or want to plan your adventure with Fin Chaser Fishing Charters?
Send Skipper Aleks a message below and get ready for an unforgettable day on the water!

Melbourne has a fish with your name on it — and Fin Chaser Fishing Charters is ready to help you catch it!

These waters are home to Pink Snapper, King George Whiting, Bluefin Tuna, Squid, Kingfish, and plenty more depending on the season. Your trip may include light-tackle action, trolling, jigging, bottom fishing, or other techniques ideal for targeting your preferred species.

Planning a family adventure? Kids are absolutely welcome! Just ask about child-sized life vests, or feel free to bring your own. Packing a few snacks is always a good idea to keep everyone energized throughout the day.

You'll head out aboard a 30' Clayton Gallant fishing boat that comfortably accommodates up to 10 passengers. Outriggers and all the essential gear are on board to set you up for a productive day, and there's even a toilet for extra convenience.

Your captain supplies rods, reels, and lures, and live bait is available—though you may be catching it yourself depending on the trip. You will need to purchase a local fishing license beforehand, so be sure to check online or ask the captain. Some species are regulated or require tags to keep, so it's good to know the rules before heading out.

Be sure to bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and bottled water, food and a Victorian Fishing License. If you'd like to bring other beverages—alcohol is allowed in moderation, but please avoid hard liquor and glass bottles.

Have questions or want to plan your adventure with Fin Chaser Fishing Charters?
Send Skipper Aleks a message below and get ready for an unforgettable day on the water!

Aleksandar Matic
Captain
Aleksandar Matic
ID & credentials verified
What this charter offers
Live bait
You keep catch
Toilet
Child friendly
Ice box
What this charter offers
Live bait
You keep catch
Toilet
Child friendly
Ice box

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Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
5 hour - Private Snapper Fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 hour trip multiple starting times (5:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 3:30 PM)
Seasonal trip
Oct 16 - Dec 31
Snapper (Pink)
US $299
Entire boat: 2 people
5 Hour Trip – Snapper Fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 hour trip multiple starting times (5:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 3:30 PM)
Seasonal trip
Oct 16 - Dec 31
Snapper (Pink)
US $299
Shared tour: 2 people

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Rating

4.6
13 reviews
4.6
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.6
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (6)

Reviews (13)

  • William Hui
    William Hui
    au
    Australia
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    A result oriented tour

    5 Hour Trip – Snapper Fishing - 10:30 AM on December 8, 2025 • 3 adults

    Captain will look for fish group from radar and make sure you have enough catch from the tour. A nice and memorable trip for 3 of us as a fishing beginner

  • Jean Du Preez
    Jean Du Preez
    au
    Australia
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    February fishing trip

    Snapper Squid Whiting Fishing Trip on February 22, 2026 • 2 adults
  • Rodney Williams
    Rodney Williams
    au
    Australia
    Member since 2025
    4.3
    Verified

    beautiful Arvo out looking forward to the next trip on the 5th

    5 Hour Trip – Snapper Fishing - 3:30 PM on December 28, 2025 • 1 adult
  • Peter Mcdonald
    Peter Mcdonald
    au
    Australia
    Member since 2025
    4.0
    Verified

    Fin Chasers

    5 Hour Trip – Snapper Fishing on December 31, 2025 • 1 adult

    Good day had. The captain worked hard to find us fish.

  • Vitalii Klimenko
    Vitalii Klimenko
    au
    Australia
    Member since 2026
    3.7
    Verified

    Okay experience, nothing special

    Kingfish/Tuna Fishing on January 20, 2026 • 3 adults

    Everything was fine overall. The crew helps you with everything, but the experience feels very basic. The only guidance you really get is how to pull the fish in. There’s no advice about lures, fish behaviour, or things like cleaning and cooking the fish. It’s worth the money, but it’s just a standard commercial charter without much soul.

  • Craig Collins
    Craig Collins
    au
    Australia
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Great time had by all.

    5 Hour Trip – Snapper Fishing - 3:30 PM on January 11, 2026 • 3 adults

    Daniel was our captain for the trip. Fished many spots and if there was not many fish there, we moved to a more productive spot. All 9 people on the trip caught snapper and flathead with most snapper were keepers. Largest fish were around the 5 to 6kg of which there were multiple caught. Would highly recommend Fin chaser, and are already planning our next trip.

  • Nasser Abdul
    Nasser Abdul
    au
    Australia
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fun kick back dis dat trip

    Private Charter - Whiting/Squid on September 26, 2026 • 8 adults • 1 child

    caught squids fun trip, what else i ask for !

  • Daniel Brown
    Daniel Brown
    au
    Australia
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Wet and wild

    5 Hour Trip – Snapper Fishing on December 23, 2025 • 4 adults • 1 child

    Had a great trip. The crew made sure we had a great morning on the water in what were not ideal weather conditions. Everybody on board went home with fish!!

  • Wilson Luong
    Wilson Luong
    au
    Australia
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome day out!

    Snapper Squid Whiting Fishing Trip - 1:00 PM on March 28, 2026 • 10 adults

    Great day out, lots of fun captain even helped us gut the fish which was amazing.

  • Gregory Saunders
    Gregory Saunders
    au
    Australia
    Member since 2026
    4.0
    Verified
    New

    Fishing with Aleksandar

    5 Hour Trip – Snapper Fishing - 10:30 AM on November 3, 2026 • 6 adults • 3 children

FAQs about Fin Chaser Fishing Charters

Fin Chaser Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • AU $220 per person - 5 hour - Private Snapper Fishing (5 hours)
  • AU $220 per person - 5 hour - Private Snapper Fishing - 10:30 AM (5 hours)
  • AU $220 per person - 5 hour - Private Snapper Fishing - 3:30 PM (5 hours)
  • AU $220 per person - 5 Hour Trip – Snapper Fishing (5 hours)
  • AU $220 per person - 5 Hour Trip – Snapper Fishing - 10:30 AM (5 hours)
  • AU $220 per person - 5 Hour Trip – Snapper Fishing - 3:30 PM (5 hours)
When you book a trip with Fin Chaser Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet We have a toilet onboard
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Multimedia system
  • Outriggers
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Fin Chaser Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (We use different varieties of baits and lures. Depending on the species targeted and the season)
  • Lures
  • First mate (Hi, im Aleks! I have been a skipper for over 15 years, with a passion fishing that started when I was just a young kid. Fishing has always been a huge part of my life, and there is nothing I enjoy more than sharing that passion with others )
Fin Chaser Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (We fish in Port Phillip Bay anywhere from 3- 20km out. We also fish offshore from port Phillip heads and Portland and fish anywhere from 5- 40km offshore )
  • Wreck fishing
Fin Chaser Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Fin Chaser Fishing Charters include:
  • King George Whiting
  • Snapper (Pink)
  • Tuna (Bluefin)

Your captain

Aleksandar Matic
Aleksandar Matic
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
ID & license verified
13 Customer reviews
Typical response within 7 hours
Member since November 2025
Capt. Aleksandar is experienced in navigating the waters of Melbourne, Victoria and is ready to take you on a therapeutic fishing excursion. Keep your eyes peeled for Bluefin Tuna, King George Whiting and Squid as you try your hand at bottom fishing, trolling, jigging, and more. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.
Aleksandar Matic
Aleksandar Matic
Fully verified
13
reviews
2025
member since
~7h
response
Capt. Aleksandar is experienced in navigating the waters of Melbourne, Victoria and is ready to take you on a therapeutic fishing excursion. Keep your eyes peeled for Bluefin Tuna, King George Whiting and Squid as you try your hand at bottom fishing, trolling, jigging, and more. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

The fish you can target

King George Whiting
King George Whiting
Pink Snapper
Pink Snapper
Bluefin Tuna
Bluefin Tuna
King George Whiting
King George Whiting
Pink Snapper
Pink Snapper
Bluefin Tuna
Bluefin Tuna

Real catches by this captain

  • Multiple snapper and other inshore fish arranged in a stainless-steel sink or fillet station.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Bronze Seabream
    Jean D.
    Jean D.
  • The interior of a fishing boat showcasing the helm and console area, with a crew member adjusting the controls while navigating the open water.
    Vitalii K.
    Vitalii K.
    Everything was fine overall. The crew helps you with everything, but the experience feels very basic. The only guidance you really get is how to pull the fish in. There’s no advice about lures, fish behaviour, or things like cleaning and cooking the fish. It’s worth the money, but it’s just a standard commercial charter without much soul.
  • A variety of Snapper laid out on a cleaning table aboard a fishing charter, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Pink Snapper
    Peter M.
    Peter M.
    Good day had. The captain worked hard to find us fish.
  • A smiling angler taking a selfie on a boat during sunset, with fishing rods visible in the background.
    Rodney W.
    Rodney W.
  • Group of adult anglers displaying red snapper catches aboard a fishing boat, with a large multi-fish haul arranged on an orange cooler.
    Fish 1
    Red Snapper
    William H.
    William H.
    Captain will look for fish group from radar and make sure you have enough catch from the tour. A nice and memorable trip for 3 of us as a fishing beginner

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
10 persons
Boat length
30 ft
Year built
2010
Boat manufacturer
Clayton Marine
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Volvo
Powered by
1 x 320HP
Max cruising speed
23 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
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
We have a toilet onboard
GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Multimedia system
Outriggers
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
We use different varieties of baits and lures. Depending on the species targeted and the season
Lures
First mate
Hi, im Aleks! I have been a skipper for over 15 years, with a passion fishing that started when I was just a young kid. Fishing has always been a huge part of my life, and there is nothing I enjoy more than sharing that passion with others

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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
We have no age limits for kids, just keep in mind if you book an individual spot the kid must be able to last the whole charter as we having other paying customers on board.
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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
 American Express
 Bank transfer
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 1.5% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Melbourne right now

King George WhitingKing George Whiting
Snapper (Pink)Snapper (Pink)

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