Paradise Sportfishing Adventures 

4.5/5 (249 reviews)
 Marlin Marina 1 Spence St, Cairns, QL 4870, Australia

Paradise Sportfishing Adventures 

4.5/5 (249 reviews)
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Marlin Marina 1 Spence St
Cairns, QL, Australia

Explore the pristine waters off the coast of Queensland and have a fishing adventure with Paradise Sportfishing Adventures! Captain John specializes in calm-water fishing excursions throughout the productive Cairns Trinity Inlet.

You’ll join him on his 25’ custom-built estuary boat, propelled by a 130 HP Honda four-stroke outboard engine. The boat can accommodate up to 8 anglers per trip, so it’s great for some fun with a group of friends. It also sports a full cover shade top and a toilet. You’ll be able to cover the Inlet in both speed and comfort.

All trips include quality fishing gear and bait. You’ll use Shimano Raider rods and Spinning Reels. There’s a large cooler on board with plenty of ice and you can bring drinks and snacks. Should you catch a legal-size fish, it can be cleaned and iced on board. There is an excellent restaurant at the marina that can cook your fish for lunch or dinner.

Each trip begins with the collection of live baits using a cast net. This is a very interesting part of the charter, especially if you have not seen a cast net in use. Specific bait varies depending on the season, with Sardines and Herring being the most effective and easiest to catch.

After securing the bait, it’s time to move up the Trinity Inlet, where depending on the season you’ll be going up against the likes of the famous Barramundi, Mangrove Jack, Queenfish, Trevally, Salmon, and Fingermark. The day is typically split in two, with an early morning charter aimed at the early risers, and an afternoon trip for those that like to sleep in.

Join Paradise Sportfishing Adventures and have an unforgettable time under the Australian sun!

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.5/5
out of 5 stars from 249 reviews
Boat
4.5/5
Crew
4.7/5
Experience
4.3/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (94)

Great Experience
May fishing trip
Good time
+91

Angler rating

158
60
17
5
1

Anglers claimed

Good experience

85%

Appropriate for children

93%

Friendly captain

98%

Satisfied with the boat

97%

Recommend this charter

86%

Caught fish

59%

Showing 1 - 5 of 249 reviews
Showing: 5 of 249 reviews
Carly W.
Carly W.
5.0/5

Aug 18, 2025

Half Day Trip (AM) – Shared

Great service and lovely Skipper

VERIFIED
NEW

Thanks for getting us in last minute when it didn't work out with another boat. For the short time frame, our Skipper showed us a great time, grabbing the live bait with the adorable local bird whose always there to take the bait tax, and taking us to some fab spots. The Skipper was knowledgeable and a quintessential Cairns Aussie which made the experience that much better. He really knew the area. Thanks so much

Thanks for getting us in last minute when it didn't work out with another boat. For the short time frame, our Skipper showed...  

 Carly W. recommends Paradise Sportfishing Adventures

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 Carly W. recommends Paradise Sportfishing Adventures

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Alby E.
Alby E.
5.0/5

Sep 1, 2025

Half Day Trip (AM) – Shared

Don't think... Just Do

VERIFIED
NEW

Fantastic morning out, tide wasn't doing us any favours but we still caught fish and had a great time doing it. Skip was a top bloke, boat is immaculate, just Gold all round.

Fantastic morning out, tide wasn't doing us any favours but we still caught fish and had a great time doing it. Skip was a top...  

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Ibra B.
Ibra B.
5.0/5

Jun 24, 2025

Half Day Trip (AM) – Shared

Great Experience

VERIFIED

My recent fishing trip in Cairns was fantastic, largely thanks to the captain's exceptional experience. Not only did they navigate us to productive spots, but I also genuinely learned valuable new techniques and insights about fishing, making it a truly rewarding and educational experience on the water.

My recent fishing trip in Cairns was fantastic, largely thanks to the captain's exceptional experience. Not only did they navigate...  

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Charo J.
Charo J.
5.0/5

May 18, 2025

Half Day Trip (PM) – Shared

Great morning tour

VERIFIED

We went out on a nice Saturday morning and better than I expected. Caught some fish (although most were undersized), great information about the type of fish we caught from the Captain and good small group on the boat. Would go with this Captain again and take me some beers next time

We went out on a nice Saturday morning and better than I expected. Caught some fish (although most were undersized), great information...  

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Amy J.
Amy J.
5.0/5

Jun 16, 2025

Half Day Trip (AM) – Shared

Great day out!

VERIFIED

My son and his Pop had a wonderful time on this trip and even managed to catch a rare Nannygai. Definitely recommend.

My son and his Pop had a wonderful time on this trip and even managed to catch a rare Nannygai. Definitely recommend.  

 Amy J. recommends Paradise Sportfishing Adventures

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Trip availability and prices

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Half Day Trip (AM) – Shared
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4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
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US $200 
Shared tour: for 2 people
Half Day Trip (PM) – Shared
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
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US $200 
Shared tour: for 2 people
Full Day Trip – Shared
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
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US $400 
Shared tour: for 2 people
Half Day Trip (AM) – Private
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4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
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US $733 
Entire boat: up to 8 people
Half Day Trip (PM) – Private
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
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US $733 
Entire boat: up to 8 people
Full Day Trip – Private
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
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US $1,334 
Entire boat: up to 8 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.5/5
out of 5 stars from 249 reviews
Boat
4.5/5
Crew
4.7/5
Experience
4.3/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (94)

Great Experience
May fishing trip
Good time
+91

Angler rating

158
60
17
5
1

Anglers claimed

Good experience

85%

Appropriate for children

93%

Friendly captain

98%

Satisfied with the boat

97%

Recommend this charter

86%

Caught fish

59%

Showing 1 - 5 of 249 reviews
Showing: 5 of 249 reviews
Carly W.
Carly W.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great service and lovely Skipper

VERIFIED
NEW

Half Day Trip (AM) – Shared on August 18, 2025

Thanks for getting us in last minute when it didn't work out with another boat. For the short time frame, our Skipper showed us a great time, grabbing the live bait with the adorable local bird whose always there to take the bait tax, and taking us to some fab spots. The Skipper was knowledgeable and a quintessential Cairns Aussie which made the experience that much better. He really knew the area. Thanks so much

Thanks for getting us in last minute when it didn't work out with another boat. For the short time frame, our Skipper showed us a great time, grabbing the live bait with the adorable local bird whose always there to take the bait tax, and taking us to some fab spots. The Skipper was knowledgeable and a quintessential Cairns Aussie which made the experience that much better. He really knew the area. Thanks so much  

 Carly W. recommends Paradise Sportfishing Adventures

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Alby E.
Alby E.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Don't think... Just Do

VERIFIED
NEW

Half Day Trip (AM) – Shared on September 1, 2025

Fantastic morning out, tide wasn't doing us any favours but we still caught fish and had a great time doing it. Skip was a top bloke, boat is immaculate, just Gold all round.

Fantastic morning out, tide wasn't doing us any favours but we still caught fish and had a great time doing it. Skip was a top bloke, boat is immaculate, just Gold all round.  

 Alby E. recommends Paradise Sportfishing Adventures

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Ibra B.
Ibra B.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great Experience

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (AM) – Shared on June 24, 2025

My recent fishing trip in Cairns was fantastic, largely thanks to the captain's exceptional experience. Not only did they navigate us to productive spots, but I also genuinely learned valuable new techniques and insights about fishing, making it a truly rewarding and educational experience on the water.

My recent fishing trip in Cairns was fantastic, largely thanks to the captain's exceptional experience. Not only did they navigate us to productive spots, but I also genuinely learned valuable new techniques and insights about fishing, making it a truly rewarding and educational experience on the water.  

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 Ibra B. recommends Paradise Sportfishing Adventures

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Charo J.
Charo J.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great morning tour

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (PM) – Shared on May 18, 2025

We went out on a nice Saturday morning and better than I expected. Caught some fish (although most were undersized), great information about the type of fish we caught from the Captain and good small group on the boat. Would go with this Captain again and take me some beers next time

We went out on a nice Saturday morning and better than I expected. Caught some fish (although most were undersized), great information about the type of fish we caught from the Captain and good small group on the boat. Would go with this Captain again and take me some beers next time  

 Charo J. recommends Paradise Sportfishing Adventures

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1 person finds this review helpful

Amy J.
Amy J.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great day out!

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (AM) – Shared on June 16, 2025

My son and his Pop had a wonderful time on this trip and even managed to catch a rare Nannygai. Definitely recommend.

My son and his Pop had a wonderful time on this trip and even managed to catch a rare Nannygai. Definitely recommend.  

 Amy J. recommends Paradise Sportfishing Adventures

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FAQs about Paradise Sportfishing Adventures

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
8 persons
Boat length
25 ft
Boat manufacturer
Custom built
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Honda
Powered by
1 x 135HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots
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