A-One Fishing Charters
A-One Fishing Charters
A1 Fishing Charters welcomes you to the sparkling azure waters of Airlie Beach, Queensland! With more than 70 islands scattered throughout the Whitsundays, anglers can choose from a variety of fish and fishing techniques. Troll for big game or bottom fish for colorful surprises!
We are the longest owned and operated charter in the Whitsundays, offering a variety of experiences all in one low cost! Fishing, snorkeling, Whitehaven Beach, free whale sightings. Family's welcome!
Family fun! Group fun!
Step aboard a 29' Young Craft boat, built in 2000 and powered by twin 150 HP Mercury engines. The boat is ready when you are, equipped with a fishing license, rods, reels, tackle, and live bait. There's even a toilet on board to maximize your comfort.
All you have to do now is choose your adventure! Try bottom fishing for Coral Trout and Emperor, or fishing the flats for Queenfish and Mackerel. If it's the drama of a chase you love, enjoy trolling offshore for Giant Trevally's among others. You keep your catch, and Captain Olly will clean and fillet it for you.
Last but not least, bring your smile and a camera because you're sure to make some memories!
All charters operate weather permitting. Fully refundable if your trip is cancelled because of the weather.
A1 Fishing Charters welcomes you to the sparkling azure waters of Airlie Beach, Queensland! With more than 70 islands scattered throughout the Whitsundays, anglers can choose from a variety of fish and fishing techniques. Troll for big game or bottom fish for colorful surprises!
We are the longest owned and operated charter in the Whitsundays, offering a variety of experiences all in one low cost! Fishing, snorkeling, Whitehaven Beach, free whale sightings. Family's welcome!
Family fun! Group fun!
Step aboard a 29' Young Craft boat, built in 2000 and powered by twin 150 HP Mercury engines. The boat is ready when you are, equipped with a fishing license, rods, reels, tackle, and live bait. There's even a toilet on board to maximize your comfort.
All you have to do now is choose your adventure! Try bottom fishing for Coral Trout and Emperor, or fishing the flats for Queenfish and Mackerel. If it's the drama of a chase you love, enjoy trolling offshore for Giant Trevally's among others. You keep your catch, and Captain Olly will clean and fillet it for you.
Last but not least, bring your smile and a camera because you're sure to make some memories!
All charters operate weather permitting. Fully refundable if your trip is cancelled because of the weather.
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Customer reviews
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Anglers' gallery (95)
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Reviews (141)
Dale Berderow•
AustraliaMember since 20265.0VerifiedGreat half day fishing
4.5 Hr Half Day Shared Trip 7pp max on August 9, 2026 • 2 adultsGreat half day fishing with Olly and John They worked hard to get us amongst the fish Some good sized Grassy Sweetlips as well
Angela Hogan•AustraliaMember since 20225.0VerifiedHalf day trip
Half Day Trip (AM) on May 23, 2022 • 7 adultsHad an awesome morning out on the water with Jarrad & Johno! Even in the windy conditions they both made our experience one we won’t forget! Very knowledgeable on all the fish we caught & very helpful when needed. Thanks for an awesome trip Jarrad & Johno - we’ll definitely be back! 😊
Michael Sproule•AustraliaMember since 20224.7VerifiedPrivate half day trip with captain Olly
Half Day Trip (Private) on February 25, 2022 • 3 adultsAwesome day out with captain Olly! Great top bloke!!! Been on many charters but ollys was the best! Good experienced skipper and knows the area well! Put the family onto to some great fish! Everyone enjoyed the day even me misses who has never been on boats much she was very happy!!! Highly recommend!
Tracey Jasper•AustraliaMember since 20225.0VerifiedHalf Day
Half Day Trip (PM) on May 19, 2022 • 3 adultsAwesome afternoon out, would highly recommend you give these guys a call and book. We will definitely will book again
Paul Israel•AustraliaMember since 20225.0VerifiedHalf day trip with Captain Jarrod and Tex
Half Day Trip (AM) on April 11, 2022 • 3 adults • 2 childrenJarrod and Tex where awesome with the kids. If I could I would give them 6 stars. Highly recommended this trip
Michael Gray•AustraliaMember since 20225.0VerifiedHalf day trip (am)
Half Day Trip (AM) on March 23, 2022 • 1 adultGood day out fishing with good people Olly and Tex couldn’t be better blokes at A1 fishing
Keith Lintott•AustraliaMember since 20225.0VerifiedFull day with jarod and shane
Special 9 hour trip for Keith Lintott on March 27, 2022 • 1 adultGreat day fishing all round the islands
Matthew MasonMember since 20215.0VerifiedHalf day trip with Olly and A1
Half Day Trip (AM) on April 4, 2021 • 2 adultsWe definitely had an A1 experience with everyone bringing in a nice catch of fish. Olly was onto everything throughout the day, moving us to better spots when things were quiet in our spot.
- Matthew Bleasby•AustraliaMember since 20225.0Verified
September fishing trip
Half Day Trip (AM) on September 23, 2022 • 2 adults 
Sallyanne LewisMember since 20214.7VerifiedHalf day trip with Captain Jarred
Half Day Trip (AM) on October 29, 2021 • 5 adultsAmazing fun day Jarred and Jackson they were good hosts, found us some great spots and looked after us so well. If you’re looking for a fun fishing experience this is it
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All reviews (141)
Great half day fishing with Olly and John They worked hard to get us amongst the fish Some good sized Grassy Sweetlips as well
thanks Dale. it's a pleasure meeting you. thanks A1 Olly
A1 fishing charters was great, put us on good fish, and great local knowledge. He was excellent with the kids we had on the boat, made it a day to remember for them. Overall excellent day and highly recommend
thanks it's a pleasure having u's onboard A1 Fishing Charters. thanks Olly
We had a great time. We had 3 kids, youngest was 10 and everyone was great helping the kids. We all caught something. Even the kid that didn't really want to go said she had a lot of fun and loved it.
Thanks it was a pleasure having u's onboard A1 Fishing Charters Whitsundays Airlie beach
Our captain Ollie was a cool guy. Really helped out, knew where we needed to go and very helpful. Also the 80’s music during the trip let the fish bite. (-:
Thanks it was my pleasure having u's on board
The charter operator canceled 2 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.
FAQs about A-One Fishing Charters
- AU $230 per person - 4.5 Hr Half Day Shared Trip 7pp max (4 hours)
- AU $1,400 per group - 4.5 Hour Half Day Private Trip 7pp (4 hours)
- AU $2,400 per group - 8 Hour Private Full Day 7pp max (8 hours)
- Toilet Enclosed private (in cabin) porta loo
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Snorkeling equipment
- Live bait well
- Outriggers
- Ice box
- Radar
- Rods, reels & tackle (All bait and tackle provided no charge)
- Live bait (Included in price all provided )
- Lures (Included in price )
- Catch cleaning & filleting (Included in price)
- Snacks (We provide small snack on half day charters free )
- Drinks (All water and soft drinks free of charge)
- First mate (First mate Johnny is a very funny local fisherman who has a great sense of humour and excellent local fishing knowledge! He's a professional fisherman, chef and butcher ensuring you will get every little tasty morsel filleted from your catch)
- Fishing license (Fishing license provided free of charge)
- Lunch (Lunch provided on full day charters free of charge)
- Inshore fishing
- Nearshore fishing
- Offshore fishing (Around the inner and outer islands)
- Reef fishing
- Wreck fishing
- Flats fishing
- Light tackle
- Heavy tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Trolling
- Drift fishing
- Handline
- Spearfishing
- Deep sea fishing
- Barracuda (Great)
- Cobia
- Coral Trout
- Nannygai
- Queenfish
- Snapper (Red Emperor)
- Sweetlip Emperor
- Trevally (Giant)
- Tuna (Yellowfin)
Your captain
Airlie Beach, Queensland, Australia
A-One Fishing Charters is a locally-owned business. They know all the best fishing spots and will show you almost any fishing technique you can think of! Their vessel is fully licensed with Great Barrier Reef park permits to fish in all areas. A1 Olly
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How cancellations work
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.
How you can pay
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:
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When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 2% charge will apply.
What’s biting in Airlie Beach right now
Barracuda (Great)
Cobia
Queenfish
Trevally (Giant)
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