Gavin Mcgahan

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Anglers' gallery (149)

What anglers say

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  Jordannah Galea

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  Australia

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  Member since 2026

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  Tricky Fish but a Great Time

  Half Day Trip – Estuary (AM) on October 12, 2026 • 2 adults

  We had a great time with Gavin! Unfortunately, the fish were few, but nonetheless we had a wonderful morning. We had great fun catching a few smaller fish, until a large croc decided to scare them all off by coming for a close up look! While we wanted fish, that was a pretty spectacular moment we very much enjoyed. Gavin is a great guide and host, with a very comfortable boat! The privacy of Gavs charters was also great, allowing us to have a great yap about everything and anything! We will be giving Gavin a call when we come back!

  

  Response from Captain

  October 12, 2026

  hey jordy thank you for the kind review yes the fish sometimes can be difficult at least we managed a few rods to bend we gave gave us some fun . we will get them next time . it was a pleasure to have you guys on board enjoy the rest of your holidays here in port we will catch you next time cheers Gavin portdouglas sportfishing

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  Gavin Chau

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  Australia

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  Member since 2026

  5.0

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  Tough conditions but great trip!

  Half Day Trip – Inshore Reef (PM) on September 28, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 children

  Water temps dropped and fishing conditions were tough but captain Gavin did everything he could to get us onto some quality fish. In the end we managed a nice jack and a gold spot cod. Learned a lot about fishing in FNQ and at the end of the day the captain kindly gave us the left over livies and gave us some pointers on where and when to fish them landbased.

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  Response from Captain

  September 28, 2026

  hey gavin thank you for your kind review was a pleasure to have you guys on board enjoy the rest of your holiday here in port and wewill catch you next time your hete in port cheers gavin portdouglas sportfishing

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  Nathan Richardson

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  Australia

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  Member since 2026

  5.0

  Verified

  NEW

  Great Tripp!!!!

  Full day estuary on October 2, 2026 • 4 adults

  If you are looking for an incredible day out on the water, book with Gavin! He is a fantastic guide—patient, helpful and so full of local knowledge. He knew exactly where to find the fish and took the time to help us hone our skills. It was a smooth, fun, and memorable day from start to finish. Thank you, Gavin!

  

  Response from Captain

  October 12, 2026

  hey nathan thanks heaps for the kind review im glad you guys had a great time i did as well enjoy the rest of your stay here in port catch you next time your here cheers Gavin portdouglas sportfishing

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  Zane Wright

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  Australia

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  Member since 2025

  5.0

  Verified

  Perfect morning of fishing with a friendly and knowleable captain

  Half Day Trip – Inshore Reef (AM) on October 31, 2025 • 4 adults • 2 children

  We had an awesome fishing trip with Captain Gavin out at the inshore reef off Port Douglas. The conditions were perfect, and Gavin made the whole experience fun, easy, and productive. We caught a great range of reef fish throughout the morning, with plenty of action to keep everyone excited. The highlight was bringing home two beautiful coral trout, which made for an absolutely delicious lunch! Gavin’s local knowledge and professionalism really made the day. Whether you’re an experienced angler or just out for some fun on the water, I’d highly recommend a trip with Captain Gavin — a top-notch fishing charter experience in Port Douglas!

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  Response from Captain

  October 31, 2025

  thank you heaps guys for the kind review .yes we so did have a great morning on the inshore reef with plenty being caught .it was a pleasure to have you guys on board and will hope to catch you again when in port douglas next . thanks again and enjoy thr rest of your holiday here in port cheers Gavin portdouglas sportfishing

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  John Dimitropoulos

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  Australia

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  Member since 2026

  5.0

  Verified

  NEW

  captain is a legend …Great day

  Full Day Trip – Outer Reef on October 15, 2026 • 2 adults

  went out with me and my wife, gavin is a fantastic captain. aboslute gentlemen, got us on the fish was really helpful with guiding us on what to do with all the different species . verry accomodating to our requests. all round fantastic day 10/10

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  Response from Captain

  October 15, 2026

  hey john thank you heaps for the kind review. was a pleasure to have you guys on board i had a great time too .enjiy the rest of your stay here in port and we will catch you next time in the new boat thanks again gavin portdouglas sportfishing