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!

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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
(74 reviews)
Gold Coast
 Last booking: 5 hours ago
Trips from US $82

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 74 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (47)
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
89%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
95%
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Kirsty S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
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,...
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Katy H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Family-friendly fishing charter with an experienced professional

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Calmwater on July 28, 2024
I recently had the pleasure of taking my son and his friends on a fishing charter with Vince, I cannot recommend it highly...
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James M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Exceeded expectations

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip โ€“ Calmwater on June 14, 2025
Couldnโ€™t ask for more in a charter . Vincent was legend and went over and above for my wifeโ€™s 40th. Our twin 5 yo boys...
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Jichang Y.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Best fishing trip ever

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Calmwater on February 13, 2025
We came to the Gold Coast for our honeymoon and booked a fishing trip. It was a fantastic experience with great weather and...
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Tiffany L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Morning

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip โ€“ Calmwater on May 24, 2025
We had a great time this morning with captain Vincent . He is very patient with kids and very helpful, kids start to get more...
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