Queensland Sweetlip Emperor Fishing Charters

This 5-hour mixed charter is designed so everyone gets maximum fishing time. Each guest has their own rod and setup, so you won't be sharing gear or waiting your turn — you can fish the entire trip. Depending on the season and conditions we target species such as Spanish mackerel, tuna, mahi mahi, cobia, snapper, pearl perch and other reef fish using trolling, bottom fishing and live baiting. Perfect for beginners, experienced anglers, families and individuals.

Spend the morning on the water and catch the freshest fish meat for lunch. The captain will take you after Barramundi, Trevally, Snapper, Salmon, and many other fish species. All equipment is covered.

Our 4 hour charters leave the marina approximately 7 am and return around 11 am

A maximum of 8 guests. Minimum age 10yo. All equipment, tackle, and bait are supplied. Experienced skipper/owner with 30 years local experience. Departing Port Douglas at 7.30am and returning at 11.30am. Catch is bled and bagged. CONDITIONS # Private charters are to be paid in full by 7 days before departure date. # The operator reserves the right to transfer the trip to calm water options, including estuary, in the event weather conditions prevent accessing the coastal reefs.

This length of trip allows us to travel that bit further to those less fished areas, as we start early, you're back in port to relax and enjoy the pleasures of Airlie in the afternoon.

This a great opportunity for those with time restraints. We can have you fishing within 15 minutes from leaving the ramp! Around the islands there are an array of species to target from Coral Trout, Crimson Snapper, Grass Emperor and more!

This is a full-day outer reef and wonky hole adventure you can catch big Largemouth Nannygai, Coral Trout, Cobia, Red Emperor, Mackerel, Giant Trevally, and much much more. We can personally tailor your day to suit whatever you want to target.This adventure is limited to 4pax we do charge a 10 percent surcharge on public holidays and do charge $9.00 per person extra when entering the marine park (Please note as of march 27 2026 we will be adding a temporary 10 percent fuel levy to all tours )

Great Barrier Reef and inshore wonky hole fishing, catching Largemouth Nannigai, Coral Trout, Red Emperor, and more, a truly memorable fishing adventure.This adventure is limited to 4pax .Please note we do charge a 10 percent surcharge on public holidays. Please note we charge an extra $9.00 per person when entering the marine park(Please note as of march 27 2026 we will be adding a temporary 10 percent fuel levy to all tours .This will remain temporary until fuel prices settle back down )

A maximum of 8 guests with minimum age of 12. All equipment, tackle, and bait are supplied. Experienced skipper/owner with 30 years of local experience. Departing Yorkeys Knob Marina (Cairns northern beaches) at 7.30 a.m. and returning at 3.30 p.m. Catch is bled and bagged.

Got your crew sorted? You and up to 7 of your mates can jump on board for a full day private charter on Reef Chief. Our 30ft Cougar Cat has all the luxuries you are after yet still a serious fishing weapon. Fishing around the Whitsunday Islands chasing Coral Trout, Nannygai, Spanish Mackerel and Blackspot Tuskfish to name a few.