Our Business & Vessels are 100% Locally Owned & Operated
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
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.
Akula Sportfishing
Akula is a 7.2m Marlin Broadbill vessel providing a fast, stable and comfortable ride specialising in sportfishing trips to the Great Barrier Reef. Small numbers with our local skipper with 30yrs local experience, ensures you are in the best of hands with exciting possibilities which can be tailor made.
The choice and range of daily trips are extensive and include the mega day 10hr outer reef adventure, a full day outer reef 8hr charter and a coastal reef 4.5hr half day trip. Snorkelling and Island/Sand Cay experiences can be included at exclusive locations on full day charters only by request.
Exceed Sportfishing | Popper Fishing
Personally guided by our experienced skipper with 10 years experience on local waters you are well and truly on your way to having a wonderful fishing experience.
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
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. Snorkelling and diving can also be part of your day.
