Fish Tales

Cairns Estuary Fishing Charter

Cairns, Tropical North Queensland, Australia

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"CAIRNS ESTUARY FISHING CHARTER Guided Estuary Fishing in the calm smooth waters of Trinity Inlet, Cairns. From beginner to passionate; from young to elderly; from families or a group of mates. Morning 7.30 am-12.00 pm Atfernoon 1.00 pm-5.00 pm or Take the AM ..."

Estuary Fishing in Trinity Inlet, Cairns

Maximum:  6 People

The open waters, creeks and deep channels of the Cairns Estuary System are a paradise for anglers and fishermen alike. Cairns-Trinity Inlet is a StateMarinePark, this natural habitat has numerous deep holes, mudflats, snags, and drop-offs making it a great location to catch a variety of fish species. The Cairns Estuary area has over 100kms of waterways just at our backdoor, so let us show you our backyard.

Common species of fish caught when Fishing in Cairns Inlet are Fingermark, Mangrove Jack, Estuary Cod, Grunter (Javelin Fish), Salmon, Queenn Fish (Queenies), GTs (Trevally), Thread Fin Salmon, Bream, Mud Crabs, and 'Every Cairns fishermans dream' ... The Barramundi! Check out the photo gallery  to see our happy customers with their catch, this could be you!

Transfers Fee may apply, arrangements to be made at the time of booking your fishing Charter

We supply all top quaility rods & reels, all bait & tackle, bottles of water & tea/coffee and experienced fishing guide.

Don`t forget sunnies, hat, camera and a few beers are OK.

Fish Tales Charters Cairns is proudly owned and operated by Cairns locals Darryl and Raewyn. Darryl has enjoyed fishing all his life, spending every possible moment not only fishing and exploring the local Cairns area from HinchinbrookIsland to Weipa on the Cape York Peninsula including reef, rivers and creeks in-between; many a holiday was & always will be spent with his wife Raewyn, the dog and a boat in tow.

It is local knowledge and wealth of fishing experience in Cairns & the Cairns Region that makes a Guided Estuary and/or  River Fishing adventure or a total `pull your arms off` experience on the Reef charter with Darryl and Raewyn at Fish Tales Charters one of the best fishing experiences that you will ever have. Fish Tales Charters are open to instructing and educating on everything from how to catch our tropical saltwater fish, to the correct handling and care for the fish species, as well as cooking and dining for all our customers.

Cairns Estuary systems mangrove lined waterways have the reputation of being the world's most diverse and productive eco-system they are also home to saltwater crocodiles (salties) and numerous species of birdlife. Fish Tales go that little bit further and give you interesting information about the history of Cairns and if you are lucky enough you might even spot a crocodile. A relaxing yet exciting day fishing and chit-chatting about anything of interest, except politics - THAT IS WHAT WE CALL A GREAT CAIRNS FISHING ADVENTURE!!

Itinerary

Estuary Fishing in Trinity Inlet, Cairns
First job of all our charters is to collect live-bait. This is done by the fishing guide using a cast net. Generally in a 4.5 hour fishing charter up to 5 spots are choose, taking into consideration tides, weather and target species. Let us know if you have a target species and if you wish to see a Saltwater Crocodile-we will try out best to find one!

Essential Packing List

Wear long sleeve cotton shirt & wide brim hat & bring along sunglass, sunscreen & few beers are Ok!
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