From the enthusiastic novice to the fully equipped professional, potential fishing opportunities around the Whitsunday Islands are numerous. Due to the close proximity of the Great Barrier Reef and rich waters of the Coral Sea, fish species are diverse and anglers can expect a good catch. For Whitsunday visitors there are many charter boats which leave the resort islands on a regular basis and specialise in game, island, beach and reef fishing expeditions.
Charter boat fishing adventures to various destinations throughout the Whitsunday Islands, are thought to be one of the most enthralling activities available to all travellers. Choose from a half day, full day or overnight charters, usually including all tackle, bait, light meals and expert crew members that know all the best fishing locations. Regularly leaving from Hamilton Island and Shute Harbour, common islands visited by fishing charters include Brampton, Daydream, Hook, Long, and Hayman. There is also the option of venturing out to the reef networks of the Great Barrier Reef or going a little further, to the open depths of the ocean.
The Whitsunday waters are known for their superb selection of impressive fish. From a huge selection, the most popular catches include red emperor, coral trout, Spanish mackerel and travally. Whilst on a game fishing charter, anglers can expect to catch such species as bluefin tuna, sailfish and the sought after, black marlin.
If planning a fishing trip without the aid of a specially designed charter, remember that there are rules and regulations subject to Queensland fisheries restrictions. Be aware of legal fish sizes, catch quotas and that fishing is prohibited in Butterfly Bay, on the eastern side of Haslewood Island and around the observatory on Hook Island. Other than that, enjoy any fishing time in the Whitsunday Islands.
Originally posted 2010-12-12 13:56:25. Republished by Blog Post Promoter