Charter Operator
Out N About Sportfishing

Member since February 2019 Port Douglas, Australia
Background
In need of some ‘REEL THERAPY’ – Enjoy fishing on the fringing coastal reefs catching the famed coral trout, nannygai and pelagic fish including Spanish mackerel, cobia, queenfish, trevally and tuna. Or fish the Port Douglas estuary and pull in an elusive barramundi, mangrove jack, fingermark, tarpon, blue salmon or queenfish. Your guide will be there to offer all their expertise; with live bait fishing and their knowledge of the eco system that surrounds this amazing area. In addition to the great fishing, crocodile and bird spotting is a possibility too. Locally owned and operated, Out n About offers the opportunity to get out on the water and enjoy the regions beautiful surrounds while wetting a line. A great value tour and suitable for the novice or to the experienced angler, a must-do while visiting Port Douglas.
Techniques
The crew at Out N About love nothing more than hitting the in-shore reefs and chasing a few coral trout, nannygai and Spanish mackerel but can cater to any type of fishing method you want to use and will help you chase that trophy you have dreamed of getting.

Hey, we're Out N About Sportfishing

Port Douglas, Australia
Background
In need of some ‘REEL THERAPY’ – Enjoy fishing on the fringing coastal reefs catching the famed coral trout, nannygai and pelagic fish including Spanish mackerel, cobia, queenfish, trevally and tuna. Or fish the Port Douglas estuary and pull in an elusive barramundi, mangrove jack, fingermark, tarpon, blue salmon or queenfish. Your guide will be there to offer all their expertise; with live bait fishing and their knowledge of the eco system that surrounds this amazing area. In addition to the great fishing, crocodile and bird spotting is a possibility too. Locally owned and operated, Out n About offers the opportunity to get out on the water and enjoy the regions beautiful surrounds while wetting a line. A great value tour and suitable for the novice or to the experienced angler, a must-do while visiting Port Douglas.
Techniques
The crew at Out N About love nothing more than hitting the in-shore reefs and chasing a few coral trout, nannygai and Spanish mackerel but can cater to any type of fishing method you want to use and will help you chase that trophy you have dreamed of getting.

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.6 / 5
(372 reviews)
Port Douglas
Trips from US $130

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.6 / 5
out of 5 stars from 372 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.5 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.5 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (151)
Out n about
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Amazing Day
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Angler rating
257
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
88%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
85%
Appropriate for children
84%
Satisfied with the boat
95%
Caught fish
68%
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Nick M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fun day out

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) on July 2, 2025
I took my two sons for a half day trip with Chris and it was great. We hit the estuaries and hooked six fish. The boys had...
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Tim K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great day on the water

VERIFIED   Half Day Shared Charter (AM) on May 23, 2025
Me and my 8 year old son had an awesome time on the estuary. Caught a wide range of fish. Chris, the captain, was amazing and...
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Ian M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Mathew

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Shared Charter (PM) on July 23, 2025
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Helen T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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July fishing trip

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (PM) on July 12, 2025
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Jennifer R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Matt Works Hard

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on June 6, 2025
Fish were not active, but Matt worked hard to find where they were running!
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