Whitsunday Fishing Charters 

4.5
(28 reviews)
 Shingley Drive, Airlie Beach, QL 4802, Australia–

Whitsunday Fishing Charters 

Airlie Beach, QL, Australia
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39 ft
10
4.5
(28 reviews)

Whitsunday Fishing Charters takes you fishing around the majestic waters of the Great Barrier Reef. These fisheries are easily one of the best place to be fishing in the world and the numerous reef attracts scores of fish that are found here throughout the year.

Luckily, the crew has a stable vessel to take you right to the spots teeming with fish. Enter Reef Adventurer, a 39' custom made aluminum fishing boat that can take up to 10 people. The boat will give you a safe ride. She is equipped with a 250 HP Honda engine from 2017 and comes with a set of navigational electronics.

There is a toilet onboard, as well as a live bait well, an ice box, and the safety gear. The vessel features outriggers and carries Shimano Titan rods, Finnor Offshore 8500 reels, 50lb braid and 80lb leaders.

Your trip will take you about 40 nautical miles from the Abel Port marina. The ride takes about two hours and you can sit back and enjoy the view. Just make sure to bring your camera along.

You will target Coral Trout, Red Throat Emperor, Red Emperor, Spangled Emperor, Nannygai, Cod, Spanish Mackerel, Trevally, Tuna, Cobia, and many more reef & pelagic species.

Whitsunday Fishing Charters is one of the longest running charter companies in the area. Numerous anglers have fished with them throughout the years, and with plenty of success - just have a look at the photos from previous trips.

The crew will serve morning and afternoon tea, and you're welcome to bring your own beverages. Alcohol is ok if it's in cans. The crew will clean your catch and put it on ice. When packing, make sure to bring sunscreen, sunnies, a cap, and a light jacket when fishing in cooler months.

Invite your friends and come experience any angler's dream fishing grounds!

Whitsunday Fishing Charters takes you fishing around the majestic waters of the Great Barrier Reef. These fisheries are easily one of the best place to be fishing in the world and the numerous reef attracts scores of fish that are found here throughout the year.

Luckily, the crew has a stable vessel to take you right to the spots teeming with fish. Enter Reef Adventurer, a 39' custom made aluminum fishing boat that can take up to 10 people. The boat will give you a safe ride. She is equipped with a 250 HP Honda engine from 2017 and comes with a set of navigational electronics.

There is a toilet onboard, as well as a live bait well, an ice box, and the safety gear. The vessel features outriggers and carries Shimano Titan rods, Finnor Offshore 8500 reels, 50lb braid and 80lb leaders.

Your trip will take you about 40 nautical miles from the Abel Port marina. The ride takes about two hours and you can sit back and enjoy the view. Just make sure to bring your camera along.

You will target Coral Trout, Red Throat Emperor, Red Emperor, Spangled Emperor, Nannygai, Cod, Spanish Mackerel, Trevally, Tuna, Cobia, and many more reef & pelagic species.

Whitsunday Fishing Charters is one of the longest running charter companies in the area. Numerous anglers have fished with them throughout the years, and with plenty of success - just have a look at the photos from previous trips.

The crew will serve morning and afternoon tea, and you're welcome to bring your own beverages. Alcohol is ok if it's in cans. The crew will clean your catch and put it on ice. When packing, make sure to bring sunscreen, sunnies, a cap, and a light jacket when fishing in cooler months.

Invite your friends and come experience any angler's dream fishing grounds!

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Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
5 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $362
Shared tour: 2 people
Half Day Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
5 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
US $362
Shared tour: 2 people
Full Day Trip - Great Barrier Reef
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
9 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
US $641
Shared tour: 2 people

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Rating

4.5
28 reviews
4.4
Boat & equipment
4.7
Captain & crew
4.3
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (18)

Reviews (28)

  • Karra Harvey-draper
    Karra Harvey-draper
    Repeat angler
    Member since 2021
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    What a Day

    Half Day Trip (AM) on January 11, 2025 • 9 adults • 2 children

    Our family team of 10 had the most amazing morning. A big thank you and shout out to Dave and Tory those guys are awesome. We were looked after had plenty of laughs loads of fun and put onto the fish. Trout, Trout and more Trout. Can’t fault any part of our charter and are already planning the next one. Highly recommend thanks guys it was a day we will never forget.

  • Pete Halloran
    Pete Halloran
    au
    Australia
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Fish On!

    Half Day Trip (AM) on October 15, 2025 • 5 adults • 1 child

    We had a fantastic day! The fellas took us to THE spots, and whole family caught fish after fish. 10 keepers between our group. Thanks for an amazing day WFC!

  • Tony Roache
    Tony Roache
    au
    Australia
    Member since 2024
    4.7
    Verified

    Kid friendly

    Half Day Trip (AM) on September 17, 2024 • 2 adults • 1 child

    Would to thank the captain and crew for the time and effort they put into making it an enjoyable time for kids

  • Michael Bromley
    Michael Bromley
    au
    Australia
    Member since 2024
    4.3
    Verified

    Great Day Out!

    Full Day Trip - Great Barrier Reef on June 1, 2024 • 5 adults

    Enjoyed the trip! Work ethic of crew was top notch and great bloke to boot 🙌

  • Matthew Essex
    Matthew Essex
    au
    Australia
    Member since 2022
    4.3
    Verified

    Full day with Captain Stuey

    Full Day Trip - Great Barrier Reef on June 16, 2023 • 10 adults

    Great day , good fishing and some nice fish landed , Sharks seem to be the only problem , fishing in 45/60 meters they seem to get a few fish , but still alit of fun , Return trip back in saw plenty of Whales .

  • Aaron Scott
    Aaron Scott
    au
    Australia
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    Full day trip

    Full Day Trip - Great Barrier Reef on September 3, 2022 • 8 adults

    Had an amazing time on the charter the crew were awesome, and put us on to some nice fish. I’ll definitely be keen to do it again soon. Cheers Aaron.

  • Shannon Stewart
    Shannon Stewart
    au
    Australia
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    August fishing trip

    Full Day Trip - Great Barrier Reef on August 5, 2022 • 1 adult

    Had a great day out with a very professional skipper and deck hand. Loads of quality fish and highly recommend

  • Leonski Lakos
    Leonski Lakos
    au
    Australia
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    Legend

    Half Day Trip (PM) on October 7, 2026 • 2 adults

    The guys were friendly and helpful. Whenever my sone lost a sinker or needed help, they were right there to look after him.

  • Wes Goodwin
    Wes Goodwin
    au
    Australia
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    great team service

    Half Day Trip (AM) on August 8, 2026 • 9 adults

    Really good to have an experienced team and know there stuff

  • Hayley Miller
    Hayley Miller
    au
    Australia
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great day out!

    Half Day Trip (AM) on September 2, 2026 • 2 adults

Rating

4.5
28 reviews
4.4
Boat & equipment
4.7
Captain & crew
4.3
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (18)

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Leon Lakos
Leon Lakos
au
Australia
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Legend
Half Day Trip (PM) on October 7, 2026 • 2 adults

The guys were friendly and helpful. Whenever my sone lost a sinker or needed help, they were right there to look after him.

Wes Goodwin
Wes Goodwin
au
Australia
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
great team service
Half Day Trip (AM) on August 8, 2026 • 9 adults

Really good to have an experienced team and know there stuff

David McNamara
David McNamara
au
Australia
Member since 2026
The captain canceled
August 28, 2026

The charter operator canceled on trip date. This is an automated posting.

Hayley Miller
Hayley Miller
au
Australia
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great day out!
Half Day Trip (AM) on September 2, 2026 • 2 adults

Matt Sheridan
Matt Sheridan
au
Australia
Member since 2026
4.3
Verified
New
Fishing with Lee
Half Day Trip (AM) on October 7, 2026 • 2 adults

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
10 persons
Boat length
39 ft
Year built
1990
Restored in
2017
Boat manufacturer
Custom
Boat type
Aluminum fishing
Engine model
Honda 2017
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots
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