CHARTER
TOPNOTCH GAME FISHING
CHARTER
TOPNOTCH GAME FISHING
The Whitsunday Islands and the Great Barrier Reef stand as world-renowned fisheries, offering year-round opportunities to chase the iconic giant trevally, as well as colourful species such as coral trout, red emperor, and sweetlip. Topnotch Game Fishing are right at the heart of this paradise.
Anchored at the prestigious Hamilton Island Marina, husband and wife team Russell and Marlene Hicks have been exploring the Whitsunday region for over a decade, and know the area as well as anyone. There's two ominously named yet immaculately-kept boats, The Pirate and Moonshine, and an array of experiences for every kind of guest.
Get on a full-day or multi-day fishing excursion, with four day liveaboard fishing trips proving to be their most popular trip.
FROM
AU$285
FISH
AUSTRALIAN COASTAL SAFARIS
FISH
AUSTRALIAN COASTAL SAFARIS
The Eyre Peninsula is one of the most remote, pristine stretches of coastline on Earth. Not a bad place to run fishing tours, then.
Specialising in small groups of four to six, Australian Coastal Safaris target a variety of species; expect to be out deep chasing tuna, yellowtail kingfish or samson fish with screaming reels or catching the prized table fish of King George, whiting, flathead, garfish and trevally in the shallows.
There’s also a lot of action on the reefs with big red snapper, Blue Morwong, nannygai and Blue Groper. For some land-based fishing, Australian Coastal Safaris offers 4WD tours to fish for the fighting Australian salmon, famous for their long hard runs and acrobatics on some of Australia’s most stunning and untouched beaches.
Guests stay in the beach-fronted four-bedroom South Point Beach House, overlooking the incredible Boston Bay.
FROM
AU$240 per day
FROM
AU$240 per day
ADVENTURE
MACKEREL ISLANDS, WESTERN AUSTRALIA
ADVENTURE
MACKEREL ISLANDS, WESTERN AUSTRALIA
A fishing adventure doesn’t get much more adventurous than at the Mackerel Islands.
Cast a line into some of the Pilbara’s most fish-abundant waters and reel in the catch of a lifetime. Whether you're chasing the adrenaline rush of snagging a big one or the laid-back feeling of fishing in seas teeming with unique marine-life, the Mackerel Islands has what you’re after.
There’s the option to bring your own boat and moor it right outside your Beachfront Cabin for ultimate convenience. No need to launch it every day or drive to the boat ramp—everything's at your doorstep, including a BBQ to cook up your fresh catch and complimentary tender boat to get to your mooring every day.
Explore lively waters by kayak or stand-up paddleboard, which is complementary to your stay. Dive in and snorkel the islands surrounding fringing reefs and bombies. Home to turtles, dolphins, dugongs, rays and other amazing marine life, the Mackerel Islands are where you’ll find an exhilarating underwater world.
For those who are travelling light, hire a plaka boat on the island for your fishing adventures. After a day on the water, kick back at your cabin, fire up the BBQ, and relive the day's fishing triumphs with your mates.
With a three-night Island Escape deal currently available, there's never been a better time to book the Mackerel Islands. Priced at $600 per person for four adults, this includes three nights' accommodation in a Beachfront Cabin and return island boat transfers from Onslow, ensuring a hassle-free trip packed with excitement.
Don't wait—round up your fishing crew, pack your gear, and book your Mackerel Islands adventure today. Experience the thrill of fishing in some of Australia's fishiest waters and create memories that'll last a lifetime.
GEAR
Even if you have no idea.
COOLER BACKPACK
Crafted to be watertight, airtight and leakproof, you can count on taking this cooler backpack from Red Original to keep your food and drink hot or cold for longer, no matter the weather or location. If your ‘spot’ is a decent trek, and you’ve got a few beers to take, this is what you need.
From AU$225
FHF CHEST RIG
There are flasks, and then there is the VSSL Super-Flask.
It’s sleek and cool, and it keeps your coffee warm or your alcohol chill — sure, but the VSSL (pronounced vessel) flask also borrows from the Swiss army knife book of functionality when it comes to features. There’s an in-built LED flashlight, an oil-filled precision compass AND a couple of shot glasses to celebrate a trophy fish. Built with military-grade aluminium and food-grade stainless steel, the flask is also more or less indestructible.
It might just be the best flask ever created.
From AU$132
ANKER POWERHOUSE 767
The Anker PowerHouse 767 is like a cheat code for fishing trips.
It’s a power bank of immense power, the mother of all: Anker say it’s the most efficient, longest lasting and most portable power station ever designed. It’s cubed, tough-to-destory design makes it perfect for even the most remote bush camps.
With great power (specifically 2048Wh, three AC ports, five USB ports and two car outlets) comes great responsibility. Charge phones and cameras, and you could even use it for electric cooking gear — a no-fuss option for pan-frying that golden snapper you caught earlier.
From AU$3,699
VSSL FLASK
There are flasks, and then there is the VSSL Super-Flask. It’s sleek and cool, and it keeps your coffee warm or your alcohol chill - sure, but the VSSL (pronounced vessel) flask also borrows from the Swiss army knife book of functionality when it comes to features. There’s an in-built LED flashlight, an oil-filled precision compass AND a couple of shot glasses to celebrate a trophy fish.
Built with military-grade aluminium and food-grade stainless steel, the flask is also more or less indestructible. It might just be the best flask ever created.
From AU$80
EAT
FISH BUTCHERY, JOSH NILAND
Catch, Cut and Craft.
Since the dawn of time fishermen have been trying to perfect these three stages of catching a fish, and former Masterchef contestant and fish expert Josh Niland is teaching us we can still get better yet.
Niland’s brand new cookbook Fish Butchery is broken into those three sections — Catch, Cut and Craft — and lays down the gauntlet to professional chefs and amateur fish cooks alike when it comes to culinary sustainability. Niland is an expert in using every (and we mean every) part of a fish and his book, containing over 40 recipes, is a delicious challenge to all. It’s an enlightening 272 pages of just how much potential is contained in each and every fish.
FROM
AU$49.95
LISTEN
THE SOCIAL FISHING PODCAST
It is arguable fishing is the best pastime in Australia and indeed around the world, which would mean talking about fishing is a close second.
The Social Fishing Podcast is hosted by Rhys Creed, and he shares the very best in freshwater fishing content in Australia. Each week Creed interviews incredible anglers and talking about both lure and bait tactics for all freshwater species.
When you’re in the car on the way out to your spot, you could do far worse than chucking The Social Fishing Podcast on — whether you’re trying to catch more fish, or you just want to hear some epic fishing stories, it’s a must-listen.
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