Trips

Day 1

Arrive at Cairns airport Charter flight terminal at 0900 - Take off for scenic flight over Great Barrier Reef to land at Lizard Island arriving approx. 11am - a short walk to beach for pickup and transfer to Voyager awaiting you at anchor in Watsons Bay. We will then have a tropical lunch and set off for a two hour steam to Jewel Reef, which is a large complex of reefs very little fished due to it's remote location. On the steam the guides will help you get all your gear sorted. You will then spend the rest of the day guided fishing from 3 Polycraft 4.5mt Dinghy's. – Expect GT's, Coral Trout, Spanish Mackerel, Yellowfin and Dogtooth Tuna, plus a hundred other species of reef fish. Popper fishing by far the most exciting. When the sun goes down you will be treated to a sumptuous dinner after which you can relax or fish from duckboard and with the guides help - organize your tackle for the next day's fishing adventure.

Day 2 and 3

Awake to a hot breakfast before setting off to fish the Outer Reefs from 3 tenders. All fishing from Dinghy's is guided by experts in fishing these waters. Big is the order of the day for tackle as GT's, Tuna, Mackerel etc. are XXOS as these waters are seldom fished. plenty of and bottled water is packed in esky. Fish your heart out returning to Voyager for lunch around 12.30pm.Fish the afternoons exploring this unique location. Feel free to bring a fish back to bake on the Barbie, to compliment the evening meal At the end of the day - A Hot shower awaits and a cold beer. After dinner and a taste of the Catch of the day, jigging from duckboard under the lights can produce exciting catches, or just sit back and relax and when your ready - sneak downstairs to bed .

Day 4 and 5

Moving to the Inner reefs and Islands (Howick group) where you will fishing for a mixture of reef and estuary species As usual the day will start with a hot breakfast followed by heading off in Dinghy's with your guide and fishing until midday when you'll return to Voyager for lunch and to brag about the mornings catch. Afternoons will be more of the same while moving Island to Island and Reef to Reef. Selected fish will be sacrificed for their culinary delights and served as Sashimi, Baked, Fish curry etc. – This is sports fishing at its best. Anchorages are safe and sheltered – so a good nights sleep is always assured. Voyager will move locations while you fish to maximise your fishing time.

The Howick group of Islands and reefs are close enough to shore to fish for other Marque species including Permit, Golden Trevally, Barra and mangrove jacks to name but a few. As usual the day will start with a hot breakfast followed by heading off in Dinghy's with your guide and fishing until midday when you'll return to Voyager for lunch or a packed lunch will be provided if you want to fish all day. .

Day 6

Up early for a last fling back on outer reef before steaming back towards Lizard Island. We also have a a brief stopover at Nymph Island which is unique in the fact that it is a Sand cay with a central lagoon. As Nymph Island is a Marine Park, no fishing is allowed.- But it is spectacular. Arriving at Lizard Island late in the afternoon where we can have a couple of cold beers on the beach or at the Marlin Bar – do some exploring, swimming and snorkeling.

Day 7

Pack up fishing gear and 10kg foam box of fish and ready to depart Voyager after a light lunch for scenic flight back to Cairns arriving at approx. 2pm There will be time to walk to Cooks look at the top of Lizard island for a great photo opportunity as you can see the outer reef and all around the Island from here or if you prefer - a last chance to have a swim or snorkel on the inner shore reefs.

Custom Adventures

We can create a special sports fishing adventure to suit your individual requirements. Voyager has the range and the experienced crew to fish any remote destination on the East Coast. If you want to explore further North including the Pascoe river and Northern Reef systems, drop us a note and we will put an trip together for you.

Price

6 or 8 Anglers ensures 2 anglers and a guide on all tenders. Odd numbers require 3 angler / guide fishing.

What to Bring

Your favorite fishing gear Rods, reels, Lures, etc. - Fishing tackle can be pre purchased from our online store and we'll have it on board ready for you on arrival. Also a limited amount of Lures, Line, Sinkers etc. will be on board available for purchase as needed. This is to eliminate the need for excess weight on Aircraft. Hat, sunscreen, Camera, Video camera, a couple of changes of clothes. Washing machine on board. Any medication , snacks, chocolates etc. you desire.

Alcohol is best arranged well prior to departure. Send order and we will arrange to have on board for your arrival. Cost will be bottle shop price plus delivery if applicable, paid on arrival at Vessel.

Last but not least – Bring your sense of adventure and humor – The Crew all do !

Vessel

Tenders are 4.5mt Polycraft with 40-50 hp outboards. Equipped with Ice box, GPS plotter / Sounder, VHF radio, Safety gear, Landing net, Gaff hook, and plenty of room to move. They are very good boats in choppy conditions.

Voyager is a 55 foot steel Motor cruiser, it has Stabilizers, 2 x Generators, Fully air conditioned, Espresso coffee machine, Ice maker, Xbox, Surround sound, Dishwasher, Washing machine and dryer, 4 x LCD TV's with DVD players, all beds are extra long and comfortable, Permanent Duckboard which is excellent for fishing from and makes very safe and easy access to tenders, and finally a crew which own and operate the vessel and have spent all their lives working and playing in this part of the world.

More info here.