Australian Fishing Charters and Adventures

Western Cape York Mothership Charter

The fishing area around the West coast of Cape York Peninsula is huge and diverse with the best locations only accessible by mothership operations. Here you can find some of the most varied fishing in the world, as well as enjoying the most beautiful surroundings.

The diverse range of fish you will encounter on this mothership adventure is simply incredible, with over 60 species just waiting for you to make the cast. Large Spanish Mackerel, Giant Trevally, Coral Trout, Red Emperor and Nannygai are popular targets on the reefs; whilst Permit, Queenfish, Golden Trevally and Giant Herring can be found in abundance on the flats. And of course let's not forget the Barramundi and Mangrove Jacks in the snags and the beautiful, prehistoric Saratoga in the fresh water.

Your adventure in this fishing paradise begins when you board the 105 minute flight to Cape York from Cairns. This scenic trip will provide spectacular views over the world heritage rainforest of Cape York, and out to the magnificent reef system that comprises the Great Barrier Reef. Upon arrival at Bamaga you'll be met by the Carpentaria Seafaris crew for the transfer to your mothership and immediate departure on your fishing adventure of a lifetime.

Your home for the week is Tropic Paradise, a magnificent 62 foot catamaran, which was custom built for Carpentaria Seafaris in 2002. She provides an excellent base, with comfortable accommodation from which you can access the magnificent remote wilderness of northern Australia. Tropic Paradise is fully surveyed and licensed to carry up to 12 guests in absolute comfort and safety, with all the modern conveniences you could need.

There are also a number of purpose built fishing skiffs to get you onto the Tunas Mackerals and other pelagics in the open water or into the nooks and crannies of rivers and estuaries, getting you really up close and personal with Barramundi, Mangrove Jacks and Saratoga.

A typical day begins at first light, as you awaken to the smell of coffee and a delicious continental breakfast. As the sun breaks the horizon you'll board your allotted skiff with you guide and head off for a great day of fishing. Your guide will stay in contact with the mothership and the other skiffs, so if there is some spectacular action you will know about it and more importantly get to fish it.

You'll return to the mothership for a well deserved lunch and a break from the afternoon sun, before heading back out on the water until about 5pm.

Before dinner there's time for a hot shower, a cold beer and some hors d'oeuvres as you watch the sunset. Then it's a freshly cooked meal for you and your fellow fisho's, with a chance to recount the tales of the day over a glass or two of wine.

As well as the incredible fishing there are plenty of other activities you can also enjoy such as spear fishing, snorkeling or just sitting back to watch the most stunning sunsets with a beer in one hand and fresh fish in the other!

The Western Cape York Seafaris Charter is best enjoyed as a six day trip, although a shorter five day, four day package running from Friday to Tuesday can be arranged if you require a shorter trip. The charter runs from March through to December and can be booked on a per person basis, or as a private charter for up to twelve people. All meals, accommodation and refreshments are included.

Price

Eight days seven nights - from $6458 per person shared

You can join and leave charters at any point based on availability this would be done by helicopter. If there is a special trip you would like to do then talk with us about it.

Book the Western Cape York Seafaris Charter 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.

All you need to do is call us on 044 777 3003 or email info@fishingearth.com to find out more