Coral Sea Sportfishing Safaris

Name: Coral Sea Sportfishing Safaris
Address: 30 Meranti Street, Cairns, QLD, 4869, AU
Telephone: +61438062609
Price range: $$
Rating: 4.8

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The Sportfishing Specialists based in Cairns. Popping, flats casting, jigging, light tackle game fishing. GT's, Mackerel, Dogtooth, Sailfish, Marlin etc.
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We are the Sportfishing Specialists. We know the where, when, why and how of sportfishing. But what is it exactly that we do? We hunt the biggest meanest fish in the Coral Sea by casting surface lures, jigging and light tackle trolling. We take you to destinations where few have the capacity to venture and the fish are big and bold. Most importantly we provide you with the knowledge required to ho

ok, fight and land those bucket list fish.
“We do the miles so you get the smiles” is a slogan we have embraced. We definitely do the miles on our “Remote Safaris” out onto the Coral Sea, the same can be said for our “Escape Day Trips” on the Great Barrier Reef; we travel that little bit further than the rest getting away from major population centers in order to get you bending on as many big fish as possible. This slogan reflects our service as well; our staff will go that little bit further to create the adventure of a lifetime for you.

14/11/2022

When the wind is low and the flow is slow up on the flats we go. Sight casting fish one of my favourite ways to target GT.

07/11/2022

Right behind the spangled emperor pictured earlier was this slab of chinaman. Like I said activity creates more activity. steered this steamboat clear of the structure to put him on the deck. Cruising just below this fish was a 30 kg GT. We got the hooks in him as well but we were smoked in monumental fashion.

06/11/2022

Activity creates more activity particularly up on the flats. with a cracker spangled emperor. The sequence of events that followed was awesome.

06/11/2022

Thought I would throw a pic up it’s been a little while. This fella popped up out of the blue quite literally. Just goes to show, you always gotta have your head on a swivel.

09/09/2022

He wanted a comparison. This lad traveled from N.Z to find out which species pulls harder. What do you reckon; Kingies or GT?

13/08/2022

Found the gold at the end of the rainbow 🌈.

24/02/2022

Ooops!

Many look at me in disbelief when I tell tales of fish destroying terminal tackle. Here’s a classic example.

These hooks were a quality brand despite my banter in the commentary.

23/02/2022

Everyone’s reaction to their first GT is different, and I enjoy every one of them.

20/02/2022

The morning run at sunrise where serenity invades the anticipation.
My favourite part of the day.

16/02/2022

Does it really matter when you are in paradise? Some flats frustration. Didn’t take long to recover our zen. 🎥

14/02/2022

Epic ex*****on on the flats .scheckter His journey has been nothing but entertaining. Thanks mate for having me along for the ride.

30/03/2021

New tow rig! A big thanks to the team at My cruiser gets a well deserved rest.

04/03/2021

The struggle is real. The big fella saying good bye. We are back on the water tomorrow. We have an exhaustive schedule until the end of April. See you on the other side.

04/03/2021

One of my more favourite recent photos. might not be able to hook a red bass; but he was kind enough to fish this one out of the reef for after it dusted him.

04/03/2021

Love the colouring of these fish. Never cease to amaze.

03/03/2021

Jake’s not one for cuddling afterwards. Sending another one on its way.

03/03/2021

Safe to say this bloke enjoys his flats fishing. Yet he is still trying to gain admission into the

03/03/2021

I still struggle to understand him; but I love fishing with this lad. with a tank, I think that’s what he said 😂😂😂😂 big stickbait for big fish.

03/03/2021

Sending another one on his way

03/03/2021

Looking forward to getting back to these kind of morning runs. Currently standing by in Lucinda. See you later T.C. Niran.

01/03/2021

Another cracking fish on another crackerjack day. .morton sending this fella on his way.

28/02/2021

Have you discovered the yet. This trout and many others have. with a tasty morsel on the fusey colour.

28/02/2021

Like I said not every day was a cracker; but they all were in their own way. . We had at least 100mm of rain fall on us this day and still had a great day.

28/02/2021

We can’t control the weather, but we do like to be Johnny on the spot when we can. 2021 has proven to be a roller coaster ride already, with challenges presented by both the weather and COVID. Yet we have been flat out; making the best of every situation and getting the job done. with a cracker GT from a cracking day back in January. More to follow.

08/01/2021

I’m privileged to share plenty of special moments on a daily basis. First GTs in particular. When the champion on the end of the rod is only 11 years of age it’s especially special. you are a legend mate. Here’s to many more mate.

08/01/2021

Thanks everyone for the phone calls. Position is now filled. and you can stop duelling to the death. 😂😂

03/12/2020

Full run down on YT channel. This is a memory that will be etched in my mind forever. It was an absolute honour to be a part of this moment. job done.

27/11/2020

if you had of done what I recommended.

24/10/2020

“silver bullets” proved irresistible to this long nose emperor; well in fact everything that saw it. It was last seen speeding across the reef flat attached to a sizeable GT.

Address

30 Meranti Street
Cairns, QLD
4869

Telephone

+61438062609

Website

http://www.coralseasportfishing.com.au/

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“On the tools” apparently. Or am I the tool? Occasionally I have a throw with clients onboard. Usually I get asked to put the rod down pretty quickly. #coralseasportfishingsafaris #youlookusup_wehookyouup #gianttrevally #daiwaaustralia #guidedfishing #topwater #sportfishing #poweredbyyamaha #fishingaustralia

Upsizing your happy meal. This grouper decided our GT looked pretty tasty. If you watch you can see the GT swim out of the grouper’s mouth. #coralseasportfishingsafaris #youlookusup_wehookyouup #daiwaaustralia #topwatersportfishing #gianttrevally #catchandrelease #wouldyoulikefrieswiththat

When you really want to get your 1st GT and all you can manage is a chinaman. #coralseasportfishingsafaris #youlookusup_wehookyouup #daiwaaustralia #gtpopping #topwater #sportfishing #flatsfishing

Love me a flats GT. #coralseasportfishingsafaris #youlookusup_wehookyouup #sportfishing #flatsfishing #daiwaaustralia #fnqlife

Ooops! Many look at me in disbelief when I tell tales of fish destroying terminal tackle. Here’s a classic example. These hooks were a quality brand despite my banter in the commentary. #coralseasportfishingsafaris #youlookusup_wehookyouup #topwaterfishing #poppers_stickbaits #sportfishing #lurefishing #giantrevally #fishhook #hinchinbrookway

Everyone’s reaction to their first GT is different, and I enjoy every one of them. #coralseasportfishingsafaris #youlookusup_wehookyouup #daiwaaustralia #hookerboats #gianttrevally #topwaterfishing #sportfishing #firstfish #catchoftheday #hinchinbrook #farnorthqueensland

The morning run at sunrise where serenity invades the anticipation. My favourite part of the day. #coralseasportfishingsafaris #youlookusup_wehookyouup #hookerboats #daiwaaustralia #topwater #sportfishing #sunrise #hinchinbrook #fnq

Does it really matter when you are in paradise? Some flats frustration. Didn’t take long to recover our zen. @harryhariyanto_ 🎥 #coralseasportfishingsafaris #youlookusup_wehookyouup #hinchinbrook #flatsfishing #greatbarrierreef #skinnywater #topwater #sportfishing

The struggle is real. The big fella @imillar27 saying good bye. We are back on the water tomorrow. We have an exhaustive schedule until the end of April. See you on the other side. #coralseasportfishingsafaris #youlookusup_wehookyouup #daiwaaustralia #gtpopping #gianttrevally #bigbig

Jake’s not one for cuddling afterwards. Sending another one on its way. @jtlemon #coralseasportfishingsafaris #youlookusup_wehookyouup #daiwaaustralia #gtpopping #topwatersportfishing #hurtlocker #personalbest

I still struggle to understand him; but I love fishing with this lad. @imillar27 with a tank, I think that’s what he said 😂😂😂😂 @apex_custom_lures big stickbait for big fish. #coralseasportfishingsafaris #youlookusup_wehookyouup #daiwaaustralia #stickbait #gianttrevally #scottishaccent

Sending another one on his way @kailebchick #coralseasportfishingsafaris #youlookusup_wehookyouup #daiwaaustralia #gianttrevally #gtpopping #topwatersportfishing #fishing #wetseason

Looking forward to getting back to these kind of morning runs. Currently standing by in Lucinda. See you later T.C. Niran. #coralseasportfishingsafaris #youlookusup_wehookyouup #daiwaaustralia #hookerboats #sunrise

Another cracking fish on another crackerjack day. @ollie.morton sending this fella on his way. #coralseasportfishingsafaris #youlookusup_wehookyouup #gianttrevally #gtpopping #fishingaustralia #daiwaaustralia #breakyourrecord

Like I said not every day was a cracker; but they all were in their own way. @keelan___ @chingy_wong. We had at least 100mm of rain fall on us this day and still had a great day. #coralseasportfishingsafaris #youlookusup_wehookyouup #redbass #daiwaaustralia #stickbait #sportfishing #fishingqueensland #monsoon #rain

Thanks everyone for the phone calls. Position is now filled. @beaurodgers87 and @kyrierodgers you can stop duelling to the death. 😂😂#coralseasportfishingsafaris #youlookusup_wehookyouup #fishingqueensland #fishingcharters

Full run down on @frothcafe2 YT channel. This is a memory that will be etched in my mind forever. It was an absolute honour to be a part of this moment. @gemma__brooks job done. #coralseasportfishingsafaris #youlookusup_wehookyouup #daiwaaustralia #ladyanglersdownunder #chickswhoflick #gtpopping #topwater #sportfishing

These 90mm “silver bullets” from @top_water_tackle really impressed us; and this red bass. #coralseasportfishingsafaris #youlookusup_wehookyouup #flatsfishing #stickbait #silverbullet #reefflats

Just back from another epic trip with @dwightferguson_realestate @bchick_explore and @cunesie plenty of this kind of stuff happened as well as a heap of laughs. #coralseasportfishingsafaris #youlookusup_wehookyouup #daiwaaustralia #topwatersportfishing #fishingaustralia #gbr #fishingcharter

On the move with “Insidious”. Glamour conditions this week. Stay tuned for the pics. #coralseasportfishingsafaris #youlookusup_wehookyouup #hookerboats #glassout #gbr #fishingcharters

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The Sportfishing Specialists

“We do the miles so you get the smiles” is a slogan we have embraced. We definitely do the miles on our “Extended Safaris” out to remote outer reefs off Lucinda, the same can be said for our “Escape Day Trips” on the Great Barrier Reef; we travel that little bit further than the rest getting away from major population centres in order to get you bending on as many big fish as possible. This slogan reflects our service as well; our staff will go that little bit further to create the adventure of a lifetime for you.

We use quality tackle and equipment, Wilson Venom Livefibre rods exclusively and Shimano and Diawa reels; and they are all in excellent condition. Our 8 metre Ho**er Boats centre console "Insidious" is state of the art and custom built for fishability, safety and comfort.

Chasing big GTs is our passion, not just our business. We live to see all our clients achieve their angling goals. We even go to the extreme of offering our clients that little bit of extra incentive, by way of our "CSSS Big Fish Club".

Our trip options are:

#1 Escape Day Trips:

Launching daily from Port Douglas or Innisfail with a free pick up from Cairns. These trips are an ideal introduction to sportfishing where you can target a broad spectrum of species and participate in a variety of techniques. Or should you have a particular species and technique in mind your day can be customised to suit.

Ice-cold soft drinks and water are onboard for your refreshment, morning tea consists of fresh baked pastries and fruit, lunch is served as individual gourmet platters; and cheese, biscuits and nibbles served for afternoon snacks while being chauffeured home. All this punctuates some of the best local sportsfishing on offer.

All Escape Day Trips are on a private booking basis for a maximum of 3 anglers. Cost AUD$1200 per day for the boat.

#2 Extended Safaris

Our extended safaris step off from the port of Lucinda situated at the southern end of Hinchinbrook Island. You will explore the lesser travelled pristine outer reef systems, as well as the inshore areas surrounding Hinchinbrook Island, the Palm Island group and Lucinda. The fish are big and brash and the action is hot.

Our extended safaris run for 3, 4 or 5 days and operate on a private charter basis for a maximum of 3 anglers. Lucinda Fishing Lodge is our base of operations, all the rooms at the Lodge are self contained and air-conditioned. Situated at the southern end of the picturesque Hinchinbrook Channel, approximately 3 hours south of Cairns, the Lodge provides an excellent point of disembarkment, with it's own private pontoon.

These extended safaris are priced at $1800 per day, per boat. This works out at $600 per person per day for a group of 3 anglers

This price includes all fishing and tackle, accommodation, transfers from Cairns or Townsville and all meals and beverages (excluding alcohol) for a maximum of 3 anglers.