Deep Sea Charters - Reef Runner
+10Deep 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!
Captain
Colin Wishart
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Fishing with Colin
Summer Shared Trip (AM) - Weeekday on February 11, 2019
Epping, New South Wales
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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.
FAQs about Deep Sea Charters - Reef Runner
What are the trip rates for Deep Sea Charters - Reef Runner?
Deep Sea Charters - Reef Runner offers the following trips to customers:
- AU $200 per person - Summer Shared Trip (AM) - Weeekday (7 hours)
- AU $200 per person - Summer Shared Trip (AM) - Weekend (7 hours)
- AU $200 per person - Summer Shared Trip (PM) - Weekday (7 hours)
- AU $200 per person - Summer Shared Trip (PM) - Weekend (7 hours)
- AU $1,500 per group - Summer Private Trip (AM) - Weekday (6 hours)
- AU $1,500 per group - Summer Private Trip (PM) - Weekday (6 hours)
- AU $2,000 per group - Summer Private Trip (AM) - Weekend (6 hours)
- AU $2,000 per group - Summer Private Trip (PM) - Weekend (6 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Deep Sea Charters - Reef Runner?
When you book a trip with Deep Sea Charters - Reef Runner, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- Toilet
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Flybridge
- Ice Box
- Radar
What's included in the trip price with Deep Sea Charters - Reef Runner?
Trips booked with Deep Sea Charters - Reef Runner include:
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- Fishing License
What types of fishing does Deep Sea Charters - Reef Runner offer?
Deep Sea Charters - Reef Runner offers the following types of fishing:
- Offshore Fishing (5 to 7 Nautical Miles)
- Reef Fishing
What fishing techniques does Deep Sea Charters - Reef Runner offer?
Deep Sea Charters - Reef Runner offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle (Shimano up to 50 Kg)
- Bottom Fishing (Off Sydney on local reefs)
- Trolling (Shimano)
- Drift Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Deep Sea Charters - Reef Runner?
Top targeted fish species with Deep Sea Charters - Reef Runner include:
- Bream (Black)
- Coral Trout
- Flathead
- Gurnard
- Rockfish
- Snapper (Pink)
- Wrasse (Bluethroat)
Your captain
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Captain Colin started fishing at the age of 12, around the waters of Shetland. He spent five years working onboard North Sea Rescue, and another five years working on lifeboats on the English Channel. In addition to his life long fishing experience, Capt. Colin has spent 32 years operating as a captain on Sydney Harbour. He started Deep Sea Charters in 2012, and since then has been running fishing trips. He and his crew will help anglers with techniques and will take you out to local reefs.
The fish you can target
What is the boat like?
What kind of fishing will you do?
Offshore Fishing
5 to 7 Nautical Miles
Reef Fishing
Which fishing techniques you can try
Light Tackle
Shimano up to 50 Kg
Bottom Fishing
Off Sydney on local reefs
Trolling
Shimano
Drift Fishing
Which amenities are available onboard
Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Flybridge
Ice Box
Radar
What’s included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fishing License
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.
What the listing policies are
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
As per local requirements
Catch and Release Allowed
How you can pay
Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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
PayPal
Bank Transfer
What’s biting in Sydney right now
Flathead
Snapper (Pink)