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Giant Trevally & Reef Popper Fishing
With the most extensive and diverse reefs along the entirety of the Great Barrier Reef this style of fishing is very much in demand. It is visual and very exciting. We exclusively manage only the best in the region.
It is a very specialised form of fishing requiring expertise and the highest standard of fishing tackle. Target species include the mighty giant trevally as well as renowned surface fish across the top of the reef systems such as the coral trout, red bass, mackerel and emperor species.
This style of fishing can also include using stick baits and various soft plastics designed for the rigours of tangling with these hard fighting fish. The average size of these fish range from 10kg – 35kg for Giant Trevally, 5kg – 10kg for Coral Trout, 5kg – 10kg for Red Bass, 5kg – 20kg for Mackerel and 5kg – 10kg for the Emperor variety.
Daily trips will see you travel to destinations such as Batt Reef, Tongue Reef, Opal Reef, Rudder Reef and Undine Reef. Extended trips can take you through the entirety of the Ribbon Reefs, Jewell Reef and beyond.
Giant Trevally & Reef Popper Fishing Charters
Ghost 40ft O'Brien
This 40ft O’Brien vessel, is a custom-built, locally owned charter boat designed for Great Barrier Reef conditions and based in Port Douglas. With a skilled crew and top-tier equipment, it offers reef fishing, marlin fishing, Giant Trevally popper fishing, snorkeling, and adventure cruises to sand cays, islands, and reef systems.
The vessel features twin 550hp engines, air-conditioned comfort with sleeping quarters, and all premium tackle and gear provided. Trips include meals, drinks, and fish cleaning, with extended charters covering the Hope Isles, Ribbon Reefs, and Lizard Island.
Sublime Sportfishing
Sublime Sportfishing, a locally owned company based in Port Douglas with over 25 years of experience, offers private fishing charters on the Great Barrier Reef aboard their 40ft Blackwatch vessel, Aspro. Built for reef conditions and perfect for day or extended trips, Aspro features twin 450hp engines, a spacious air-conditioned saloon, and premium fishing gear. Guests can enjoy reef fishing, light tackle fishing, Giant Trevally Popper Fishing, and visits to sand cays, islands, and private reefs. Charters include meals, soft drinks, bait, tackle, and snorkelling gear on request, with overnight trips covering all meals and accommodation, and legal catches cleaned and bagged to take home.
Topwater Sportfishing - 25ft Contender
A 25-ft Contender centre console offers private full-day sportfishing charters on the Great Barrier Reef year-round. Known for topwater lure fishing, it targets coral trout, red emperor, giant trevally, Spanish mackerel, and seasonal species like marlin, tuna, and wahoo. Twin 220 hp engines provide a fast, comfortable ride, with a walk-around deck and modern gear. Charters include tackle, bait, soft drinks, and catch cleaning; guests bring their own lunch and alcohol. Locally owned and operated.
Exceed Sportfishing | Popper Fishing
A 25-ft Haines Hunter centre console offers half-day coastal and full-day reef fishing charters, personally guided by a skipper with 10 years’ local experience. Specialising in sportfishing—jigging, poppers, trolling, and bottom fishing—it targets coral trout, red emperor, nannygai, giant trevally, and seasonal species like marlin, tuna, wahoo, and sailfish. Twin 220 hp engines, a walk-around deck, modern Penn gear, and advanced Simrad electronics provide speed, comfort, and precision for small groups. Charters include tackle, bait, soft drinks, and catch cleaning; guests bring their own lunch and alcohol. Locally owned and available year-round.
Minke Popper Fishing
Minke is a 40ft Assegai custom built express style sportfishing cruiser with a cruise speed of 25 knots. Based in Port Douglas for private day charters only, this is a premium vessel for a trip out to the Great Barrier Reef.
Trips can include reef fishing, light tackle game fishing, giant trevally popper fishing and also adventure cruising opportunities to sand cays, tropical islands and private reef systems. Snorkel and diving can also be part of your day (price on application).
Norseman Sportfishing - Odin
Jump aboard Odin, a 25ft custom-built sportfishing vessel designed for serious fishing adventures out of Port Douglas. Powered by twin 150hp engines and loaded with cutting-edge tech, Odin is perfect for reef, inshore, or river fishing. Target GTs, Coral Trout, Red Emperor, and more — or enjoy a family-friendly half-day exploring the calm local inlets.
Atlas - Out n About Sportfishing
Atlas is a 7m center console built by Ocean Blue boats in 2023, powered by twin Suzuki 150HP 4 stroke engines with a cruising speed of 25 knots. It's the latest of vessels with all the bells and whistles.
Shaka Game Boat
This beautifully appointed 60ft game boat is available for overnight charters catering for all your Great Barrier Reef experiences including heavy tackle and light tackle game fishing, popper fishing, reef fishing, snorkelling /diving and island/sand cay trips. Fully catered for, destinations include from Cairns, Port Douglas, Cooktown and Lizard Island and more
Saltaire Popper Fishing
With comfort, speed and great service on your side you will be amongst the serious action on offer including Coral Trout, GT, Red Emperor, Nannygai, Mackerel amongst a host of others.
