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Top Fishing Charters in Queensland

Queensland: 56 fishing charters available

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18 ft
up to 5
Port Douglas Sportfishing
4.8
/5
(48 reviews)
Port Douglas
There's a fish with your name on it in Port Douglas and Port Douglas sportfishing will help you catch it! These waters are known for big Largemouth Nannygai, Spangled Emperor, Sweetlip Emperor, Cobia, Giant Trevally, Barramundi, Queenfish, Golden Tr

"We had an awesome fishing trip with Captain Gavin out at the inshore reef off Port Douglas." —⁠ Zane,
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US $607
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16 ft
up to 2
Tropic Barra Adventures
4.9
/5
(7 reviews)
Cairns
Tropic Barra Adventures, is a premium Barramundi Sports Fishing Charter. We work out of Cairns, Port Douglas, Daintree, Lake Tinaroo, and Mission Beach.

"Beautiful day on the lake Josh worked really hard to get us to..." —⁠ Felicity,
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US $621
Angler's Choice
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20 ft
up to 4
Airlie Beach Fishing Adventures
5.0
/5
(67 reviews)
Airlie Beach
We've changed our business name to reflect our new playground Airlie Beach Fishing Adventures and we think sums it up pretty darn well. Join Jim for a fishing adventure, available year-round.

"Had an absolutely fantastic day out with Jim’s Fishing Charters in Airlie Beach." —⁠ Kate,
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US $655
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23 ft
up to 4
FNQ FISHING ADVENTURES
4.9
/5
(5 reviews)
Cairns
Departing from CAIRNS & PORT DOUGLAS FNQ Fishing Adventures, brings to you the ultimate fishing experience in Far north queensland, from TOPWATER giant trevally! To insane aieral displays from pacific sailfish! Barramundi and more! We specialise in al

"Josh our tour guide was fantastic and worked really hard to help make the experience fantastic, he was very friendly and knowledgeable about the area as well as great to talk to on a range of topics, Josh was also fantastic with my two sons (17 & 11), unfortunately the fish weren't on the bite which was nothing to do with Josh or his willingness to try to catch a fish for us." —⁠ Matt,
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US $758
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19 ft
up to 2
Australian Freshwater Fishing Charters
Kingaroy
Australian Freshwater Fishing Charters runs offers to show you what the local fishery around Kingaroy is all about.
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US $345
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28 ft
up to 8
AKULA Sportfishing – Port Douglas
4.7
/5
(90 reviews)
Port Douglas
Departing Port Douglas daily, AKULA Sportfishing is your ticket to a memorable time on the water. Come on aboard with AKULA, whose main priority is to get you onto fish.

"i went with my husband who loves fishing and is his favourite sport/hobby of his." —⁠ Mia,
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US $448
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20 ft
up to 5
Cairns Sportfishing
4.7
/5
(54 reviews)
Portsmith
Ready to catch some fish in Cairns? Cairns Sportfishing is here to make it happen! With Captain Gavin at the helm, you're in knowledgeable and experienced hands.

"Gavin was our captain and we had an amazing time. We netted our live herring for bait and set out to fish." —⁠ Denise,
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US $303
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24 ft
up to 5
Reef & River Charters
4.9
/5
(6 reviews)
Gold Coast
Reef & River Charters – Gold Coast Fishing Made Easy Join Captain Shaun for a personalised fishing experience on the beautiful Gold Coast.

"Captain Shaun was great. We were a smaller group with mixed age fishig experience." —⁠ Anton,
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US $940
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20 ft
up to 6
Fish Tales Charters – River Rocket
4.5
/5
(46 reviews)
Cairns
Fish Tales Charters offers exciting estuary fishing adventures in the beautiful Trinity Inlet in Cairns, Australia.

"Had an awesome morning in the estuary with Darryl. He knows his stuff and is fun and easygoing, and as a group of mostly novices, it made the experience even better." —⁠ Emily,
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US $207
Angler's Choice
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26 ft
up to 4
Catch My Drift Charters
5.0
/5
(26 reviews)
Airlie Beach
Make an adventure out of your next trip in Airlie Beach and go fishing in comfort with "Catch My Drift" Charters. These waters are known for Nannygai, Spanish Mackerel, Coral Trout, Red Emperor, Longtail Tuna, Sweetlip Emperor, and more.

"We booked an 8-hour charter with Captain Murray and the day could not have been better." —⁠ Clint,
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US $824

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Frequently Asked Questions about Fishing Charters in Queensland

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Fishing in Queensland

Queensland, Australia, stands as a premier fishing destination, offering unparalleled diversity across its vast coastlines, pristine rivers, and the iconic Great Barrier Reef. Anglers of all levels will find thrilling opportunities, from battling pelagic giants in deep-sea ventures to targeting iconic species in tranquil estuaries and mangrove-lined channels. Cairns serves as the gateway to reef and big-game fishing, where coral trout, giant trevally, and black marlin abound in nutrient-rich waters. Hervey Bay's protected shallows yield trophy snapper and mackerel, while Fraser Island's surf beaches offer tailor and dart. For barramundi enthusiasts, Hinchinbrook Island's remote channels deliver heart-pounding action, and the Gold Coast's versatile waters host everything from bream to offshore tuna and marlin.

Fishing remains accessible year-round with no recreational license required for most waters, though seasonal closures protect key species like barramundi during spawning months. Trust experienced local charters to navigate regulations and prime hotspots, ensuring responsible angling across this aquatic paradise. Whether pursuing adrenaline-fueled battles with Mahi Mahi and Yellowfin Tuna or serene family-friendly excursions in calm estuaries, Queensland's breathtaking marine landscapes promise unforgettable adventures.

Queensland

4.6
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Based on 30,358 reviews by FishingBooker anglers

Queensland Fishing Seasons

January

Kick-off the year by chasing Blue Marlin in Northern Queensland. Yellowfin Tuna enter their summer peak, and the rest of the Billfish are out and about as well. Barramundi are biting left and right in the shallows too.

February

If you're in the mood to chase some of the feistiest and hard-fighting fish in the sea, hit Queensland's bluewater in February and battle Black, Blue, or Striped Marlin. Giant Trevally are on fire this time of year, giving you an excellent reason to hit the reefs.

March

Shallow-water anglers are fighting monster Barramundi and tasty Mangrove Jack in March, while big game chasers go after Blue Marlin, Mahi Mahi, Tuna and Wahoo. The GT bite is still going strong this time of year.

April

Out on the reefs, lucky anglers are pulling in Coral Trout, Snapper, Red Emperor and more. In fact, April is the best time of the year to target Snapper species and come back to shore with fish fillets that can be easily turned into a delicious meal.

May

Reef fishing continues to be excellent as the weather cools down, Marlin aren't going anywhere and tasty Bonito show up in force in May. Even though the weather is becoming more unpredictable, game fishermen have plenty to do on the water.

June

Just because it's winter, don't think for a second that you'll be bored when you go fishing. Queenfish, Pearl Perch, Coral Trout, Sweetlip Emperor, Red Emperor, Pink Snapper – these are just some of the species you can find on your line.

July

July is the coldest month of the year in Queensland, but temperatures still hit 25°C during the day. That's the perfect weather for taking on huge Flathead in Central Queensland's inlets and estuaries.

August

Northern Queensland is poised and waiting for the first big Black Marlin as winter draws to a close. Yellowfin Tuna action is very good this time of year, and inshore, Barramundi are getting bigger and you can find good Flathead around.

September

Heavy tackle season kicks off in a frenzy of screaming drags at the Australian International Billfish Tournament. This event has been going for over half a century and still draws the sport's biggest names.

October

Black Marlin are once again the main stars of the show, with 'grander' Blacks up for the taking every year. If you don't feel like venturing far offshore, you can take on landlocked Barras, as well as Brown and Rainbow Trout.

November

More and more Blue Marlin join Black Marlin and Sailfish in the deep waters. If you're after a Billfish Grand Slam, this is the time of year to try. If you prefer fishing the reefs, worry not, there's plenty of Snapper and Trevally for the taking.

December

There's so much to celebrate at the end of the year, including great numbers of Billfish and Tuna prowling the offshore waters. Big and strong Giant Trevally are out and about as well. Closer to shore, make sure you catch a Cobia while they're still actively biting.

Queensland Fishing Calendar

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