Deep Sea Charters - Reef Runner
Deep Sea Charters offers reef fishing trips starting from the Sydney Fish Market. If you’re looking for a nice way to spend your weekend, meet new people, or have a boat to yourself, this is the place to be.
There are many fish around these reefs, including Snapper, Blue Groper, Sea Bream, Flathead, Snapper, Leatherjacket, and Coral Trout.
You will head out with Capt. Colin and his crew. These experienced fishermen will make sure you have a nice time out, enjoying while learning about the techniques. With multiple pick-up points, your fishing trip with them can start from Casino Wharf, King Street Wharf, Thames Street Wharf, Milsons Point Wharf, or Rose Bay Wharf.
Both individuals and groups can be catered for: simply choose between a shared and a private trip to get the best fit for you and your friends.
As well as offering great fishing trips, Deep Sea Charters can also put you in a good position to see whales from April to September.
You will go fishing aboard Reef Runner. She’s a 45’ Randell commercial boat, and can take up to 12 people. The boat is powered by a 395HP GM Detroit engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 12 knots. She is fitted with a fishfinder, GPS, stores life jackets, and has a flybridge, an ice box, and toilet.
The crew will supply the rods, reel, tackle, and bait. They use quality gear, and will take you bottom fishing around reefs near Sydney. The trip rates include the license. Bring your camera, wind and waterproof jacket, sunscreen and hat, sturdy shoes, sandwiches or rolls and a portable cooler, cooler bag or plastic bag to carry the fish home.
Hop onboard, and enjoy!
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photo by reviewers (1)
Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
82%
Appropriate for children
56%
Friendly captain
94%
Satisfied with the boat
89%
Recommend this charter
84%
Caught fish
59%
Australia
Sep 18, 2019
Summer Shared Trip (AM) - Weeekday
Great Day Out!
Lovely slow sturdy old boat, just what I like. I loved the fact that we didn't have to organize anything, as the gear, bait and even filleting was provided. Colin is a fantastic captain, very knowledgeable with amazing stories about his past experiences both here and abroad, spanning many decades. Very accommodating, when the weather did not comply, to reschedule at a time that suited. I went with my Dad, who was flown over from New Zealand as a surprise for my birthday, and we both enjoyed the day immensely. We caught plenty of fish, more than enough to feed the family waiting at home. Overall it was an awesome experience, and can't wait to do it again.
Lovely slow sturdy old boat, just what I like. I loved the fact that we didn't have to organize anything, as the gear, bait and...
Captain replied
Sydney, NSW
Oct 6, 2019
Summer Shared Trip (AM) - Weekend
Half day trip (advertised as 7 hours)
The skipper - lead deckhand and staff were very friendly and helpful. Weather wasnt good which limited moving to different spots once at sea - but also limited catching opportunities. My son and I only caught 1 fish each - some others didnt catch anything - nothing is guaranteed but that was a little disappointing and we started at 6:30am finished by noon. Its not deep sea fishing - just off the coast - so judge the value at $200 per head. Coffee facilities on board would have been welcome.
The skipper - lead deckhand and staff were very friendly and helpful. Weather wasnt good which limited moving to different spots...
Cherrybrook, NSW
Dec 24, 2019
Summer Shared Trip (AM) - Weeekday
Half day with Capt. Colin Wishart & Ben.
Great day outside but had a medium swell. Caught 4 flathead, 2 Blue makerel, 1 Schnapper, Whiting & Nani!
Great day outside but had a medium swell. Caught 4 flathead, 2 Blue makerel, 1 Schnapper, Whiting & Nani!
Captain replied
Redfern, NSW
Feb 11, 2019
Summer Shared Trip (AM) - Weeekday
Fishing with Colin
Epping, New South Wales
Sep 30, 2017
Summer Shared Trip (AM) - Weekend
September fishing trip
Prompt confirmation and discussion of pick up options from Colin Pick up as arranged Good safety and fishing briefing Great crew encouragement from Phillip No fish which was disappointing for an 8 year old! Would be good if there was an option for a parent to pay and a child is free or a reduced price given the parent is unable to fish and only one rod was used.
Prompt confirmation and discussion of pick up options from Colin Pick up as arranged Good safety and fishing briefing Great crew...
Captain repliedCustomer reviews
Rating summary
Photo by reviewers (1)
Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
82%
Appropriate for children
56%
Friendly captain
94%
Satisfied with the boat
89%
Recommend this charter
84%
Caught fish
59%
Australia
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great Day Out!
Summer Shared Trip (AM) - Weeekday on September 18, 2019
Lovely slow sturdy old boat, just what I like. I loved the fact that we didn't have to organize anything, as the gear, bait and even filleting was provided. Colin is a fantastic captain, very knowledgeable with amazing stories about his past experiences both here and abroad, spanning many decades. Very accommodating, when the weather did not comply, to reschedule at a time that suited. I went with my Dad, who was flown over from New Zealand as a surprise for my birthday, and we both enjoyed the day immensely. We caught plenty of fish, more than enough to feed the family waiting at home. Overall it was an awesome experience, and can't wait to do it again.
Lovely slow sturdy old boat, just what I like. I loved the fact that we didn't have to organize anything, as the gear, bait and even filleting was provided. Colin is a fantastic captain, very knowledgeable with amazing stories about his past experiences both here and abroad, spanning many decades. Very accommodating, when the weather did not comply, to reschedule at a time that suited. I went with my Dad, who was flown over from New Zealand as a surprise for my birthday, and we both enjoyed...
Sydney, NSW
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Half day trip (advertised as 7 hours)
Summer Shared Trip (AM) - Weekend on October 6, 2019
The skipper - lead deckhand and staff were very friendly and helpful. Weather wasnt good which limited moving to different spots once at sea - but also limited catching opportunities. My son and I only caught 1 fish each - some others didnt catch anything - nothing is guaranteed but that was a little disappointing and we started at 6:30am finished by noon. Its not deep sea fishing - just off the coast - so judge the value at $200 per head. Coffee facilities on board would have been welcome.
The skipper - lead deckhand and staff were very friendly and helpful. Weather wasnt good which limited moving to different spots once at sea - but also limited catching opportunities. My son and I only caught 1 fish each - some others didnt catch anything - nothing is guaranteed but that was a little disappointing and we started at 6:30am finished by noon. Its not deep sea fishing - just off the coast - so judge the value at $200 per head. Coffee facilities on board would have been welcome.
Cherrybrook, NSW
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Half day with Capt. Colin Wishart & Ben.
Summer Shared Trip (AM) - Weeekday on December 24, 2019
Great day outside but had a medium swell. Caught 4 flathead, 2 Blue makerel, 1 Schnapper, Whiting & Nani!
Great day outside but had a medium swell. Caught 4 flathead, 2 Blue makerel, 1 Schnapper, Whiting & Nani!
Redfern, NSW
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Fishing with Colin
Summer Shared Trip (AM) - Weeekday on February 11, 2019
Epping, New South Wales
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
September fishing trip
Summer Shared Trip (AM) - Weekend on September 30, 2017
Prompt confirmation and discussion of pick up options from Colin Pick up as arranged Good safety and fishing briefing Great crew encouragement from Phillip No fish which was disappointing for an 8 year old! Would be good if there was an option for a parent to pay and a child is free or a reduced price given the parent is unable to fish and only one rod was used.
Prompt confirmation and discussion of pick up options from Colin Pick up as arranged Good safety and fishing briefing Great crew encouragement from Phillip No fish which was disappointing for an 8 year old! Would be good if there was an option for a parent to pay and a child is free or a reduced price given the parent is unable to fish and only one rod was used.
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