Smooth Water River Fishing
Your Smooth Water River Fishing adventure begins in the shadows of Mountains and takes you through Rainforest covered National Parks the rivers start out as freshwater but turn to saltwater as it moves closer to the mouth, before finally entering the ocean.
The Russell/Mulgrave River is approximately 40kms South of Cairns is lesser known yet is nestled under Queensland's highest mountain, Mt Bartle Frere. It has premier sport fishing on offer, from bait to lure to fly-fishing.
The Daintree River is about 30kms North of Port Douglas, bordering on the World heritage Listed Rainforest of the Daintree National Park. This is a fishing frenzy with it`s extensive snags, gutters, holes, island and ever present wildlife- THIS IS WHAT WE CALL ANOTHER GREAT CAIRNS FISHING ADVENTURE.
Why not come and join a Fishing Charter for the experience of the REAL Tropical Far North Queensland.
River Fishing Share Charter
Pick-up is around 7.00am (depending on location), to which we transport everything including the boat & trailer, the rods & PENN reels, all the bait & tackle, cool & hot drinks, morning & afternoon tea and your experienced fishing guide to the River. Selection of fishing spots are decided depending on tides and their movements, and target species (suggestions are welcome). Drop off is generally around 5.30pm. We take a maximum of six people to the river for a GREAT CAIRNS FISHING ADVENTURE. Costing is $160.00 per person.
Commonly, the River Charters can yield a bonanza of Barramundi, Queen Fish (Queenies), Grunter (Javelin Fish), GT's (Trevally), Salmon - King & Blue, Mangrove Jack as well as Fingermark, etc in the saltwater to the fresh water species of Jungle Perch & Black Bream.
| Full day Russell / Mulgrave River Fishing |  |
| Full day Daintree River Fishing | |
Full day of River Fishing - Private Charters
Conducted on the Russell/Mulgrave Rivers (app. 40kms South of Cairns) or on the Daintree River (30kms North of Port Douglas) with multi-fishing spots, there is a multitude of fish species to catch. Whether it is a day of lure fishing, fly-fishing or live-bait fishing or trolling or a combination of all four, we are very flexible!
A private charter can be just one person wanting one-on-one tuition to a group of mates (males and/or females) out for the day; the day is tailored to your fishing needs & wants including target species FOR A GREAT CAIRNS FISHING ADVENTURE.
We supply on all our charters all rods & PENN reels, all bait, tackle, lures & fly gear plus cool & hot drinks, morning tea, a delicious lunch, afternoon tea plus transfers to and from the river for a GREAT CAIRNS FISHING ADVENTURE. Don't forget your camera for capturing that special moment. To really enhance the day, a few beers or a bottle of wine are a great treat.
| Sole Charter – Full day Russell / Mulgrave River Fishing | |
| Sole Charter – Full day Daintree River Fishing | |