Australian Fishing Charters and Adventures

The Cobourg Peninsula in Arnhemland is one of those world class fishing locations you often read about in fishing publications, but only ever dream of visiting. Here the landscape is like nothing you can imagine and the fishing is simply mind blowing. Cape Don is the perfect place to base yourself for this superb fishing experience.

Jutting from the Northern Territory's north coast this fishing mecca is within Garig Gunak National Park, which comprises the Cobourg Peninsula and the surrounding waters of the Cobourg Marine Park.

The spectacular wilderness of Garig Gunak Barlu National Park incorporates some of the most pristine rainforest, swamps, lagoons, and smooth, white sandy beaches that are untouched, with the exception of the tracks left by the crocodiles, goannas and sea turtles which have used these beaches for thousands of years.

The creeks and surrounding coastline offer myriad bird species and marine life, including sea turtles, dugong and manta rays to name but a few, all of which are still traditionally hunted by the local Aboriginal custodians.

Renowned for the diversity of its sports fishing, the Cobourg Peninsula has a multitude of mangrove-lined billabongs, as well as fresh and saltwater rivers and creek systems that are simply jumping with Barramundi, Mangrove Jack, Blue and Threadfin Salmon and Queenfish, along with the ever present Estuary Cod.

But this fishing adventure isn't confined to these locations. Along the coast there is a whole reef system to be explored, which abounds with big lure crunching pelagics, such as Mackerel, Bluefin Tuna, monster Trevally and Sailfish. And this is just on the surface. Fish a little deeper and you'll be on for some back breaking encounters with Coral Trout, Jewfish, Golden Snapper, Tricky Snapper and GT's.

You'll get a real sense of the adventure you're about to embark upon as you fly to the lodge in the light aircraft from Darwin. Make sure you get a window seat, as from this vantage you'll get a breathtaking view of the coast line, creaks, rivers and crystal clear flats that you'll soon be casting into.

The guides here are experts in all types of lure, fly and offshore bait fishing and will work incredibly hard to get you into as many productive hotspots as they possibly can. Their skills, experience and professionalism are excellent and they're always happy to provide hints and tips on any fishing techniques you'd like to try.

For those who are not so keen to fish every minute of every day, there are plenty of other activities to enjoy. Guests have the approval of the Aboriginal custodians to enter these traditional hunting grounds, so you can get out and observe the spectacular wildlife, take a walk through the dense monsoonal rainforest or relax on the white sandy beaches that line the coast.

As well as the breathtaking scenery and the world class fishing, the accommodation here at the lodge is also unique. Situated on the site of an historic lighthouse built in 1916 which is still in operation today, the lodge is within the newly renovated Head Lighthouse Keeper's homestead.

With five large bedrooms, each with ceiling fans and opening through to a large veranda, as well as a games room and spa pool, you have everything you need to relax following a day of exhilarating fishing. Your in house chef will be eagerly awaiting your return from the day's fishing to see what he'll be cooking for dinner. There is a catch and release philosophy here, but fish and crabs are kept to be cooked fresh for your dinner.

Guests at Cape Don are limited to twelve at any one time and it is this exclusive access that provides the sense of unspoiled, unique wilderness. A stay here is best enjoyed as a four day minimum tour, and is open from March through to November each year.

Prices

• 3 days 3 nights starting from - $2676 per person
• 4 days 4 nights starting from - $3300 per person
• 7 days 7 nights starting from - $5160 per person

Book Cape Don with FishingEarth

We want you to experience the fishing adventure of your dreams, which is why at FishingEarth we only offer the best charters and lodges, with the most experienced guides, in the most stunning fishing hotspots in Australia.

We'll help you select the charter that's right for you, as well as taking all the hassle and stress out of organising your fishing adventure. We'll make your travel arrangements, book your accommodation and even advise you on the best equipment to take and where to get the best deal.

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