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There’s nothing like fishing in Australia

Great Fishing Adventures of Australia takes you away for the weekend, a week or more.  Any way you look at it, Australia is an angler’s paradise. A massive island with a sparse population,
our coastline stretches nearly 60,000 kilometres and is lapped by warm, clean, lightly-fished seas.

Not surprisingly, the richness and diversity of Australia’s fish life is nothing short of mind-boggling, with nearly 4,000 marine species (we’re still counting!)… and many of these fish are found nowhere else on earth.

The diversity of Australia’s fishing experiences is as vast as the country itself. From oceans and bays to broad estuaries and coastal lakes, Australia offers fishing adventures and unforgettable experiences for all tastes. Discover reef fishing, fly fishing, luxurious getaways and adrenaline- charged game fishing grounds acknowledged as the best in the world. Embark on a bespoke trip around the countryside or lock in an adrenaline filled day charter with the following operators.

Of course, there’s so much more to building lasting fishing memories than simply catching fish… even big ones! In the end, it’s as much about context and experience, and you’ll find those ingredients here in healthy servings. Eye-popping scenery, exotic wildlife and colourful, down-to-earth local characters are all integral parts of the bigger picture. Better yet, because we’re situated Down Under, in the southern hemisphere, our seasons are reversed! While North America, Europe and much of Asia are seized in winter’s icy grip, we’re enjoying long, languorous days bathed in glorious summer sunshine… so come on down and wet a line! The water’s fine, the fish are biting and the locals are definitely friendly.

We tailor fishing getaways with our partners, leading independently owned fishing tourism operators, who have come together to collectively raise the profile of Australia as a world class fishing destination. No matter what the season, Australia offers international enthusiasts the opportunity to indulge in their passion and experience some of the very best fishing, amongst some of the most naturally spectacular and diverse environments, the world has to offer.

Queensland

Queensland is known as the ‘Sunshine State’. It’s Australia’s second-largest state and features a varied landscape including tropical rainforest, farming land, and a coastline dominated by long golden beaches and the Great Barrier Reef.

Of course, there’s so much more to building lasting fishing memories than simply catching fish… even big ones! In the end, it’s as much about context and experience, and you’ll find those ingredients here in healthy servings. Eye-popping scenery, exotic wildlife and colourful, down-to-earth local characters are all integral parts of the bigger picture. It’s one of the natural wonders of the world, the only living organism visible from space and home to more than 1,600 species of fish. Who could resist a fishing trip to the Great Barrier Reef? Better yet, because we’re situated Down Under, in the southern hemisphere, our seasons are reversed! While North America, Europe and much of Asia are seized in winter’s icy grip, we’re enjoying long, languorous days bathed in glorious summer sunshine… so come on down and wet a line! The water’s fine, the fish are biting and the locals are definitely friendly.

Giant black marlin, Far North Sports Fishing, Port Douglas, Queensland

Northern Territory

Every angler should experience the thrill of hooking Australia’s most iconic fish, the barramundi. Hire a boat, take a fully guided fishing safari or just throw in a line from a wharf or jetty; there’s an option for everyone.

Dhipirri Barra & Sportfishing, Arnhem Land, Northern Territory

Western Australia

Home to some of the world’s best deep sea and beach fishing with world-class challenges and rewards to lure many keen novice and professional anglers to the state’s rivers and 12,500 kilometres (7,767 miles) of coastline.

Bonefish, Ningaloo Fly Fishing, Exmouth, Western Australia

South Australia

Cast a line from a jetty or a riverbank, then take a boat out or join a charter to game fishing territory to experience all that the state’s offshore coastal and river fishing has to offer.

Snapper, South Australia

Victoria

Freshwater streams, lakes and reservoirs provide good catches from the shore or boat whilst the bays and beaches offer opportunities to hook into everything from snapper to squid.

Bay Fish N Trips, Mornington, Victoria

Tasmania

Tasmania’s pure and remote waterways make it one of the world’s last great fisheries with easily accessible fishing experiences found within close proximity of cities such as Hobart and Launceston.

Brown-trout-Tasmania

New South Wales

New South Wales is teeming with unexpected marine life. Catch an 80 kg tuna right in Sydney Harbour. With the largest network of lakes in the country, along with rivers and estuaries NSW offers substantial recreational fishing experiences.

Yellowtail kingfish, Sydney Flyfishing Tours, Sydney, New South Wales

Further information is available, contact Rose to discuss your next fishing adventure or one of our signature experiences showcasing the best quality experiences on offer across Australia. From winery experiences, fishing adventures and Aboriginal guided tours to luxury lodges, wildlife encounters, guided walking tours and a round or two of golf. Email rose.febo@travelmanagers or Call 1300 143 534 today!

HeliSpirit, Ord River, Kununurra, the Kimberley, Western Australia