We are a family-owned and operated charter and boat transfer service, dedicated to providing the utmost safety and enjoyment for all our clients. With over 20 years of experience fishing the top parts of Australia, from the Pilbara Coast in WA to the Great Barrier Reef in FNQ, we are excited to share our knowledge and hospitality with you.
Private Charters Include: Quality Fishing Equipment, Bait and Tackle Local, Knowledgeable & Friendly Skipper, Deckhand, Snorkeling Equipment, Stinger Suits (upon request), Flotation Devices, Drinking Water, Local Fresh Platters (upon request), Large Drinks Esky + Ice (BYO Alcohol & Soft Drink)
1-8 Passengers (8 hours)
Reef Fishing/Snorkel/Sand Cay/Cruising
Local Fresh Platters
Full Day Charter 7am Departure – Yorkeys Knob Marina
1-8 Passengers (5 Hours)
Reef Fishing/Snorkel/Sand Cay/Cruising
Half Day Charter 7am OR 1pm Departure – Yorkeys Knob Marina
1- 3 Passengers (5 Hours)
Reef Fishing/Top Water/Creek Fishing
Half Day Charter 7am OR 1pm Departure –
Yorkeys Knob Marina
Port Douglas
Cairns Inlet
1- 3 Passengers (8 Hours)
Reef Fishing/Top Water/Creek Fishing
Full Day Charter 7am OR 1pm Departure –
Yorkeys Knob Marina
Port Douglas
Cairns Inlet
SUPPLIED FISHING GEAR
FRESH PLATTERS & AFTERNOON TEA
OPTIONAL SNORKELING
PRIVATE USE OF VESSEL
Our private charters are a great idea for corporate functions, birthdays, parties or just because! Get a group of friends, family or colleagues together and enjoy a day of fishing and/or snorkelling out on the Great Barrier Reef.
Booking a private charter on either of our boats gives you exclusive use of the vessel, allows for flexible departure times and varying catering packages.
Alibi can carry 1-15
SUPPLIED FISHING GEAR
FRESH PLATTERS
OPTIONAL SNORKELING/SPEARING
1- 3 Passengers (8 Hours)
Reef Fishing/Top Water/Creek Fishing
Full Day Charter 7am OR 1pm Departure –
Yorkeys Knob Marina
Port Douglas
Cairns Inlet
Maximum 8 Guests Onboard (Minimum 4)
Full Day Shared Charter 7am Departure – Yorkeys Knob Marina
ALL INCLUSIVE SUPPLIED FISHING GEAR & FRESH PLATTERS
Our All-inclusive Full Day Shared Reef Charter is an awesome day out on the beautiful waters of the Great Barrier Reef chasing some of our iconic reef species such as Coral Trout, Red Emperor, Large Mouth Nannygai and Spanish Mackerel (to name a few!).
We are a deep-sea and shallow water fishing charter, and usually fish at 20-60 meters depth anywhere in a 50km radius from Cairns. Be warned, we expect you to land fish up to 10kg or bigger, so hang on!
Inclusions
Water, Coffee & Tea
Fresh Platter Options
Fishing equipment, tackle and bait
Esky & ice on-board for fish and BYO alcohol & drinks
Skipper & Deckhand
Catches cleaned and bagged if requested (time dependent)
Fitzroy Island & Sand Cay Charter (Half Day)
Half Day (5 hour) Trip to Fitzroy Island
Depart anytime between 7am-12pm
70-minute cruise each way to Fitzroy Island
Fresh platter options available upon request
Seafood lunch options available upon request
BYO Alcohol & Drinks
Swim or snorkel at the island (snorkel gear supplied & stinger suits available upon request))
Cruise around the island on the boat or go ashore and explore the resort and island walks
(up to 10 passengers)
Green Island or Fitzroy Island transfers available (one way) up to 10 passengers
Transfers on the water to Port Douglas or back from Port Douglas to Yorkeys Knob following the coastline admiring the views along the way enjoying the luxury of the vessel. (up to 10 passengers)
Inclusions
Large Drinks Esky + Ice (BYO alcohol and soft drinks)
Private use of vessel
Bluetooth Audio & Charging Port
Back Deck & Airconditioned Cabin with Seating & Amenities
$2500 (up to 10 passengers)
2.5 hour cruise along the coast line past the Northern Beaches to Palm Cove and surrounding area.
(Up to 10 passengers)
Contact us for more information for non-fishing private charters or groups larger than 10.
We can organise by request to have the following available prior to boarding:
· Fresh Platter Options or Hot Food Options
· Entertainment for the little ones
Large Drinks Esky + Ice (BYO alcohol and soft drinks)
Private use of vessel
Bluetooth Audio & Charging Port
Back Deck & Airconditioned Cabin with Seating & Amenities
– To secure your booking for a shared charter payment must be made in full.
A 50% deposit is required for our private charters to secure a booking and no tentative bookings will ‘be confirmed until the 50% deposit is made. Bookings are not held until the deposit is made.
Full payment is required 7 days prior to departure for all booked seats. Any outstanding balances are due for payment 7 days before the charter leaves (charter date) and any outstanding balances will be required 7 days prior to charter date. Outstanding balances will be charged to the credit card provided in the booking, if payment has not been received.
A Tax Invoice or receipt will only be forwarded upon request.
Reel Teaser Sportfishing Charters will contact all passengers the evening prior (approx. 4pm to 6pm) to their booking to re-confirm all trips.
All bookings are subject to minimum passenger numbers and suitable weather conditions. NB. Rain is not considered bad weather.
If passengers are travelling from a long distance, it is a good idea to check with us prior to departure for a trip update.
Any liability of Reel Teaser Sportfishing Charters is limited to that of the charter fare paid by the passenger. Reel Teaser Sportfishing Charters accepts no responsibility for passenger/s personal effects.
If a person becomes unwell and requests to be returned to shore, please note that no refund will be given, and it is also up to the Skipper’s discretion whether or not to return to Port.
Any fishing rods, reels or equipment that are lost overboard or damaged in any way due to customer negligence must be paid for by the customer before leaving the boat.
In the event the trip is cancelled at any time by Reel Teaser Sportfishing Charters, we will not be held liable for any indirect costs i.e. travel costs, meals, accommodation or any other costs the customer may have incurred, as a result of booking with us.
All passengers of Reel Teaser Sportfishing Charters must read the waiver terms and conditions and complete the waiver form before the vessel departs. A waiver will be provided on the day of the charter to complete. A copy of the waiver can be provided prior to charter upon request.
The passenger/s agree to be responsible for any damage to fishing equipment or the vessel caused by their actions or negligence. In the event of such damage, the customer will be required to cover the costs of repair or replacement as determined by Reel Teaser Sportfishing Charters . The approximate cost for replacing a damaged rod and reel is $500 and above.
Bookings can be rescheduled provided the request is made 7 days prior to the scheduled charter date.
Please email your request to Alibi FNQ Charters or call us to discuss rescheduling.
Refunds can only be obtained when aspects of the Safety and Weather policy apply (see policy further below) and only after they have sought confirmation and authorisation from Reel Teaser Sportfishing Charters.
Off-shore trips are pending on weather conditions. If inclement weather conditions prevail, it is up to the Skipper’s discretio
Refunds can only be obtained when aspects of the Safety and Weather policy apply (see policy further below) and only after they have sought confirmation and authorisation from Reel Teaser Sportfishing Charters.
Off-shore trips are pending on weather conditions. If inclement weather conditions prevail, it is up to the Skipper’s discretion as to whether the trip will proceed. In the event the charter is cancelled by Reel Teaser Sportfishing Charters you may nominate a full refund of deposit or transfer your deposit to an alternative date if your trip has been cancelled due to weather (or any other operational reason).
All trips are refundable if we, Reel Teaser Sportfishing Charters cancel or reschedule the trip.
Please note that refunds can take up to 14 days to appear on your bank statement. This period allows for the necessary processing time by both our payment processor and your financial institution.
More than 7 days prior to booking/charter date:
Any cancellations or changes requested with a minimum of 7 days’ notice are eligible for a full refund, credit or to reschedule. No fees apply.
Less than 7 days day prior to booking/charter date or ‘no shows’:
If a cancellation is made less than 7 days prior to a booking, or the customer doe
More than 7 days prior to booking/charter date:
Any cancellations or changes requested with a minimum of 7 days’ notice are eligible for a full refund, credit or to reschedule. No fees apply.
Less than 7 days day prior to booking/charter date or ‘no shows’:
If a cancellation is made less than 7 days prior to a booking, or the customer does not attend on the day (‘no show’), the customer will not be eligible for a refund. Any outstanding monies will be charged in full.
Reel Teaser Sportfishing Charters have a minimum operating number of passengers required. In the rare event the minimum has not been met, a cancellation email will be sent, and the customer will have the choice to reschedule or receive a refund to be made valid again.
It is required that all customers behave in a safe and respectful manner to all staff, other customers and Reel Teaser Sportfishing Charters property.
If we find that there has been loss or damage to our equipment or vessel due to negligence or unruly behavior, then the customer will be liable for replacement or repair of the item (funds w
It is required that all customers behave in a safe and respectful manner to all staff, other customers and Reel Teaser Sportfishing Charters property.
If we find that there has been loss or damage to our equipment or vessel due to negligence or unruly behavior, then the customer will be liable for replacement or repair of the item (funds will be taken from the credit card that is held for security).
The Skipper reserves the right to cancel a trip and payment forfeited if unruly or unsafe behavior is displayed.
Whilst we want everyone to relax and have a great time on our charters, safety is our priority, and we are required by our insurers to ensure that the following conditions are acknowledged and adhered to:
Only mid strength drinks (cans no glass) in a reasonable quantity will be allowed on board. We consider a reasonable quantity to be a ma
Whilst we want everyone to relax and have a great time on our charters, safety is our priority, and we are required by our insurers to ensure that the following conditions are acknowledged and adhered to:
Only mid strength drinks (cans no glass) in a reasonable quantity will be allowed on board. We consider a reasonable quantity to be a maximum of around 8 cans per passenger or a maximum of four (4) x Thirty (30) pack cartons per charter.
If passengers bring drinks on board that are full strength or in excess of this reasonable amount the charter will be cancelled, the boat will return to port and no refunds will be given.
If passengers arriving at the boat are clearly inebriated or under the influence of drugs, they will not be allowed to board, and no refunds will be given.
The skipper has the authority to ban drinking alcohol at any time to enable a safe boating situation to be maintained for all on board. If you breach this policy and an early return to shore results from unruly behaviour you will be liable for compensation to the other passengers on the boat and will receive no refund. Private charters will not be entitled to any refund.
Charters are not affected by rain, but strong winds and big swells may result in cancellation of a charter.
Marine weather forecasts can change during the day and overnight. We will endeavour to inform you via text or phone and email if any decision to cancel a charter is made. Please ensure your phone is switched on.
In an instance where t
Charters are not affected by rain, but strong winds and big swells may result in cancellation of a charter.
Marine weather forecasts can change during the day and overnight. We will endeavour to inform you via text or phone and email if any decision to cancel a charter is made. Please ensure your phone is switched on.
In an instance where the weather may turn unexpectedly it is at the discretion of the Skipper as to whether any, a full, or part refund is given.
Children under the age of 15 must be accompanied by an adult and become their responsibility whilst on board the boat.
All customers must declare any pre-existing medical conditions or any medication prior to departure (as some people may require special attention).
We have the right to ask any customer to wear a life jacket at any time.
Cairns is the gateway to the GREAT BARRIER REEF and is considered as one of the worlds truly elite fishing meccas. From the regions rugged and lush coastlines, local islands and right throughout the ever impressive Great Barrier Reef Marine Park to the edge of the Continental Shelf, we take you to where the action is, quickly and comfortably.
Reef Fishing
Utilising a combination of fresh cut and live baits we drop our lines over coral gardens, isolated bombies and deep & shallow rubble patches for a myriad of quality reef species including Coral Trout, Red Emperor, Largemouth Nannygai, Cod, Trevally, Sweetlip, Spangled Emperor, Jobfish, Cobia, Mangrove Jack.
Game Fishing
Fishing the world class and prolific Game Fishing grounds off Cairns (inshore & offshore) for the fabled Black Marlin amid other notable Game Fish ie; Sailfish, Yellowfin Tuna, Wahoo, Spanish Mackerel, Dolphinfish, Longtail Tuna, Barracuda.
Jigging
Using a plethora of different hard and soft body artificial lures such as Knife Jigs, Micro Jigs & Soft Plastics we work the entire water column or select depths targeting an impressive array of quality sportfishing species like Dogtooth Tuna, Green Jobfish, Red Bass, Buffalo Emperor, Coral Trout, Trevally, Chinaman Fish, Cobia.
GT Popper Fishing
Casting stick baits and surface poppers over reef tops, shallow sand flats and rocky ledges for the explosive and powerful strike action from the infamous Giant Trevally and plenty other ferocious reef feeders such as Red Bass, Coral Trout, Mackerel, Golden Trevally.
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