Captain
Vincent Bates

Member since December 2022 Gold Coast, Australia
Background
Capt. Vincent runs trips out of Gold Coast aboard a 22’ Trimcraft. These waters are known for Whiting and Bream and he will show you how to catch them, whether you're jigging or spinning. With intimate knowledge of these waters, he has a trick or two up his sleeve, and the only way to learn is to join him out on the water!

Hey, I'm Captain Vincent Bates

Gold Coast, Australia
Background
Capt. Vincent runs trips out of Gold Coast aboard a 22’ Trimcraft. These waters are known for Whiting and Bream and he will show you how to catch them, whether you're jigging or spinning. With intimate knowledge of these waters, he has a trick or two up his sleeve, and the only way to learn is to join him out on the water!
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(88 reviews)
Gold Coast
 Last booking: 10 hours ago
Trips from US $80

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 88 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (63)
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
90%
Appropriate for children
98%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
96%
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Carolyn L.

The captain canceled

VERIFIED   NEW  July 26, 2025
The charter operation canceled 1 days after the trip date.
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Kirsty S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Exceeded expectations

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Calmwater on February 2, 2025
My son and I had never been fishing and this was the best morning out! Vince our captain was brilliant, so patient, encouraging,...
Kirsty S. recommends Gold Coast Fishing Tours
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Chris O.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Awesome morning

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip โ€“ Calmwater on July 31, 2025
Vince was awesome very informative and helpful. Took us to the perfect spot and we lost count of how many fish we caught.
Chris O. recommends Gold Coast Fishing Tours
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Sarah P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fantastic Trip!

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip โ€“ Calmwater on July 28, 2025
We had the best day. Vince was fantastic with our kids, new the best spots and made sure we caught loads of great fish. Definitely...
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Alasdair J.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
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Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Fun

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip โ€“ Calmwater on July 17, 2025
Had a great time. Vincent was a good guy, full of interesting tales and good tips. We caught lots of fish and he was happy...
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