4 Fishing Tours in Australia to Plan a Day Around

1.4H Snorkeling and Fishing Cruise on Magnetic Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 53 reviews · from $114Our pick

A 4-hour small-group cruise on Magnetic Island for snorkeling at Florence and Arthur Bays, plus fishing with gear and crew help.

“This trip is run by an owner/operator local, Drew. He caters for those who love fishing, for snorkelers with top quality gear or for those who just want to soak up the sun on a secluded beach. Very engaging commentary all the way, Drew knows the history of the island, lovRead more”

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2.Barramundi Pond Fishing with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 21 reviews · 3h 30m · from $109

Catch big barramundi at a Daintree fish pond, tour the farm, and enjoy lunch, with hotel pickup from Port Douglas.

“My 12 year old grandson absolutely LOVED this activity. To catch 3 big Barramundi was such a highlight for him. And I enjoyed it too ! Even reeled a couple in myself 😊 The guides (Leigh and Steve) were so friendly and helpful and obviously very knowledgeable. Highly recommended. Thanks”

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3.Great Barrier Reef Fishing Charter with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 12 reviews · 9 hours · from $240

Full-day Great Barrier Reef fishing charter from Cairns with a long early start, top guided fishing, buffet lunch, and your catch cleaned to take home.

“Professional crew, helped with the baiting, great knowledge of the fishing spots and fish species”

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4.Morning Estuary Fishing Charter

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 8 reviews · 4h 30m · from $106Best value

Cairns morning estuary fishing on Trinity Inlet. Gear and bait supplied, experienced guide included, 4.5 hours on the water from $106.

“Both my wife and my younger girl (7yo) caught a grunter and a salmon each. I caught an eel which got away. Apart from these we (including my 11yo girl) caught a bunch of sharks. Overall a very good day despite the rain!!”

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