Australia Bonito Fishing Charters

14 Fishing Charters

The best out of 14 charter fishing deals in Australia - enter dates to check availability

Top Bonito Fishing in Australia

    If you just want to test the waters of the Pacific and just have a few hours to spare, then this 5-hour fishing adventure is for you. Hit the productive reefs, and get your hands on a range of exciting and delicious fish, as you target Coral Trout, Snapper, Trag Jew, Pearl Perch, Moses Perch, Mackerel, Tuna, and even Sailfish.

    Half Day Trip
    :
    US $170
  • Angler's Choice
    Meet the Captain

    Spending 7 hours on the water will see you explore the numerous reefs out of Birchgrove, as you go anywhere from 1 to 12 km offshore. Hit these productive underground cities, and target some delicious table fish, such as Snappers and Perch. Whether you're a beginner or a pro, there's something for you, so settle in for a thrilling adventure.

    7 Hour Trip Reef Fishing
    :
    US $1,663
    +8
    • The Ambition

    This is a seasonal half day charter to follow the Whale migration and catch local inshore small game fish.

    Half Day charter 7am. to 1 pm.
    :
    US $1,386
    +4
  • Meet the Captain

    Our reef fishing charter starts at 230pm at Cronulla public ferry wharf. After a quick safety briefing, we cruise out of Gunnamatta Bay down past Jibbon Bommie, and find the best location at the time of year to get em We troll deep divers, skirts, and planners targeting pelagic species like King, Bonito, Wahoo, little Black Marlin, Aussie Salmon Tailor, and a lot more surprise catches along the way. We anchor or drift at the spot and start to fish the bottom with baits targeting Snapper and other species.

    4 Hour Trip – Reef Fishing (PM)
    :
    US $894
    +7

    Reef fishing is our most popular charter. This charter is suited to all levels of fishermen. Our experienced crew is here to assist you, making your deep-sea fishing experience a memorable one. With everything for fishing provided, all you have to do is come on board. The vessel can accommodate up to 25 guests with 12 - 16pqx fishing simultaneously) $1800 up to 12pax $2100 up to 14pax $2300 up to 25pax

    Half Day – Reef Fishing (AM)
    :
    US $1,663
    +7

    Our full day starts at 6 a.m. and finishes at 1 p.m. we travel out through beautiful port hacking and trolling to our fishing spot. We will fish the bottom of the reef with fresh bait and modern tackle looking for various reef species like Snapper, Flathead, Nannys, Gummys, and Kingfish. After you catch a fish our crew will clean it and get it ready to take home in great condition. Our captain takes safety as his number one rule so rest easy knowing you are in great hands with the best training possible.

    Full Day Trip reef fishing
    :
    US $1,372
    +8

    Reef fishing is our most popular charter. This charter is suited to all levels of fishermen. Our experienced crew is here to assist you, making your deep-sea fishing experience a memorable one. With everything for fishing provided, all you have to do is come on board.

    Half Day – Reef Fishing (AM)
    :
    US $1,663
    +7
  • Angler's Choice

    Private 5‑Hour Deep Sea Fishing Experience Slip away from the crowds on a private offshore adventure, targeting elite reef species in winter and fast pelagics in summer.

    Private 5 Hour – Deep Sea Fishing
    :
    US $945
    +8

    Five hours, your gear, our boat. We run you out to Sydney's reefs and grounds, drop you where the fish are holding, and stay right there — dive flag up, eyes on the water — while you spend the whole session doing what you came to do: hunting, not driving. Breath-hold only, up to 4 divers per trip. Bring your gun, weights, wetsuit and fins; we bring the boat, the local knowledge, and the safety cover.

    Half Day (AM) - Spearfishing
    :
    US $831
    +3
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Australia Bonito Fishing Seasons

Bonito
Size
2 to 12lbs
Food Value
Average
Game Quality
Low

Calendar

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Habitats
Nearshore
Techniques
Deep Sea Fishing
Light Tackle
Jigging
Trolling
Drift Fishing

What anglers said about Bonito Fishing in Australia

  • 5.0
    /5
    (Winter Jigging/Deep Reef Kingfish)

    fantastic experience

    Cpt. Seamus is very experience and knows all the great spots to catch king fish. The trip is no disappointment and we had several good catch of good size kingbfish and bonito tuba. Overall experience is fantastic. Thank you Cpt Seamus 🙏
    Arthur W.
    Arthur W.
    Reviewed on Jun 18, 2026
  • 5.0
    /5
    (Full Day – Sport Fishing Charter)

    10y old 1st fishing

    My son went on this fishing charter and said it was the best day of his life one Bonito arfter another! was very educational too he learnt a few new things too.
    Patti K.
    Patti K.
    Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026
  • 4.0
    /5
    (7 Hour Trip - Kingfish - Private)

    fishing was hreat

    skipper seamus very knowledgeable quickly caught 40+live bait in harbour then out to long reef caught lots of sizeable mahi mahi, kingfish and a couple of bonito
    Stuart G.
    Stuart G.
    Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026
  • 4.0
    /5
    (Summer Kings and Dolphinfish)

    Kingfish and Bonito

    Caught some smal Kingfish and decent size Bonito before the wind got up and cut our trip short. No Dolphinfish in as yet which was out main aim but still a great trip with Stuart.
    Mark B.
    Mark B.
    Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026
  • 5.0
    /5
    (7 Hour Trip – Reef Fishing (AM))

    Fish

    This was my first time on a fishing charter and it was a wonderful experience. The captain and crew were very helpful and knowledgeable about this trip. It was fun despite some dreary weather and we caught many fish.
    Kaitlyn M.
    Kaitlyn M.
    Reviewed on Oct 4, 2026