What would you recommend to anglers fishing in Cairns, Queensland for the first time?

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William Shen
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Went fishing with Cairns Sportfishing on August 12, 2024
Estuaries are definitely quiet in the winter in August, however reef and topwater are good as always. If you were looking to fish the estuary, book for summer months in February and March, where you can legally keep the barramundi's while also hooking a good amount of them

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Jody Curtis
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Went fishing with Tropic Barra Adventures on February 4, 2024
Brodie definitely knew where the fish were . We caught so many Barra and were totally impressed . He helped and advised us on all Aspects and any questions were answered . Will definately recommend. A great day out

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Maria Tyndall
Sydney, New South Wales
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Went fishing with Gone Fishing Cairns on May 13, 2023
Be prepared for all types of weather and that any catch is a good catch. We went in May and this day was cloudy and the temp had dropped. It was an estuary morning half day trip, I caught a Blue Salmon..other species caught on the trip were Trevally, Mangrove Jack and Grunter. So although the dream was of a Barramundi...just remember to enjoy the thrill, the company and that each day brings a different catch!

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Fernando Rod
Melbourne, Victoria
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Went fishing with Gone Fishing Cairns on April 1, 2023
If you are planning to take cached fish back, ensure you make arrangements to transport it in the car. You may not get good bags and blood may drip from the given bags to take the the catch home at the end of the trip.

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Dave Elder
Brisbane, QLD
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Went fishing with Gone Fishing Cairns on May 18, 2021
If you are looking to catch a descent fish in cairns just head out to the reef, if you have people with you that are a bit unsure about the open ocean you can still have plenty of fun catching smaller fish in the inlet.

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Edwin Traczyk
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Went fishing with Paradise Sportfishing Adventures on September 24, 2024
Check with the captain whether the fishing will start immediately or if you will be spending, time for which you paid, watching the crew member catching the bait.

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Dylan Spencer
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Went fishing with Tropical Sportfisher on August 23, 2024
Just listen to Rory, he’s the local…he has the knowledge and hopefully nature let’s to get a decent hook up!

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JR Dressen
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Went fishing with Tropical Sportfisher on August 1, 2024
Absolutely he is very helpful and insightful. He knows the river like the back of his hand and always has some help information on whatever you need!

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Kira Storch-Chiu
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Went fishing with Out N About Sportfishing (Cairns) on July 3, 2024
Note: the link to the location of the boat is wrong. It showed the Cairns marina (where snorkel boats leave from).

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Todd Grant
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Went fishing with Gone Fishing Cairns on July 8, 2024
The conditions were perfect - not too hot and it is a beautiful part of the world. I just wish a few more fish hopped on the hooks.

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Michael Petersen
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Went fishing with Gone Fishing Cairns on June 19, 2024
Yes the best. Captain Jacob is there from the start to finish and knows the local fishing area from the back of his hand.

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Adrian Colbrook
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Went fishing with Gone Fishing Cairns on June 2, 2024
A captain who is friendly and gets you on the fish. We caught more than other boats. I had an amazing day. 10 fish in all 5 different species.

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Kate Dandridge
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Went fishing with All Tackle Sportfishing – River on February 10, 2024
Go and hire some fishing rods, we did this after a day on a charter after catching nothing and caught a lot of fish off the local warfs and off the rocks

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Douglas F
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Went fishing with Gone Fishing Cairns on October 31, 2023
Great way to see the inlet & fish whatever the tide. You might see a crocodile. Minimal travel time.

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Tanya Kalwig
Melbourne, Victoria
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Went fishing with Gone Fishing Cairns on May 15, 2023
Contact Gone Fishing and discuss the best time to go if you are trying to catch a particular species. And remember, catching fish cannot be guaranteed, but you can still have fun trying.

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Rida Botonis
Quincy, MA
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Went fishing with Gone Fishing Cairns on January 5, 2023
Book a private charter with one that caters to your numbers. Highly recommend Gone Fishing charter. I think they can take up to 8 but check that

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David Gleeson
Andover, NH
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Went fishing with Gone Fishing Cairns on December 12, 2022
Yes, the boat was a good size, large enough for suitable room for each fisherman. Crew were knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. The fish just didn't want to bite for us.

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Rob Pratt
Huntington, VT
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Went fishing with Gone Fishing Cairns on January 26, 2022
Any fishing is luck of the draw , some days your lucky some your not , its all about being on the water and relaxing, taking in the new experience

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Sonia Fitzpatrick
Brisbane, QLD
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Went fishing with Cairns Reef Fishing on April 27, 2019
Give this charter boat a call or book online as I did and you will be surely impressed and more than likely catch a fish or two and decent size / variety.

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Mike Marsh
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Went fishing with Gone Fishing Cairns on March 30, 2024
This short trip is great value for money and an easy way to get on the water to catch fish.

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Sharon Cox
Sydney, New South Wales
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Went fishing with Gone Fishing Cairns on May 12, 2023
Go with you need to do nothing clean professional and extremely friendly see u next time

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Campbell Reade
Brisbane, Queensland
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Went fishing with All Tackle Sportfishing – River on August 2, 2022
Eat light before going on the water and when you are on the water, drink coffee.

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Trevor Pekala
Brisbane, QLD
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Went fishing with Gone Fishing Cairns on July 28, 2019
Relax and have a good time learn the ways of the experienced angler like the captain

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Peter Bullen
Kingston, QLD
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Went fishing with Paradise Sportfishing Adventures on July 14, 2019
Fish/ no fish - just enjoy being here and learning a bit off the fishing guide. I did!!