PORT DOUGLAS BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Six Hours with Shawry: A Private Reef & Estuary Fishing Day off Port Douglas
A 6-hour private fishing charter aboard a new 7m centre-console with a local guide—this guide explains what the trip includes and what to expect.
Six Hours with Shawry: A Private Reef & Estuary Fishing Day off Port Douglas.
Join Shawry, a local fishing expert with more than 20 years’ experience, for a private 3/4‑day (six‑hour) fishing charter from Port Douglas that works coastal reef and estuary waters aboard a brand‑new 7m custom centre console. The trip is guided, comes with all fishing gear and basic onboard amenities, and targets reef species including Coral Trout, Fingermark, Sweetlip and Cod—making it suitable for families, beginners and experienced anglers alike.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Local expertise: Shawry, 20+ years
The charter is led by Shawry, a local commercial and charter fisherman who brings over two decades of local experience to a private, guided six‑hour trip.
Coastal reef species on the menu
Fishing focuses on coastal reef species — Coral Trout, Fingermark, Sweetlip, Cod and others — using a variety of techniques suited to different skill levels.
New 7m centre console with basic comforts
The trip runs aboard a custom‑built 7m centre console (new for 2023) that seats up to five passengers plus the guide, offers some shade, and includes a toilet; all fishing gear and bottled water are provided and an esky with ice is supplied for lunch and extra drinks.
What the day feels like
What the trip feels like
Expect a compact, hands‑on six‑hour outing: a private charter where the guide runs the boat and instructs techniques while guests fish coastal reef and estuary marks. The combination of local knowledge, all‑inclusive fishing kit and a small group size keeps the pace focused on getting lines in the water and learning tips honed over years in the commercial and charter fishery.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this private charter suits — and when to look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
This is a six‑hour (3/4 day) private charter.
Bring lunch and any alcoholic beverages (if over 18); bottled water is provided and an esky with ice is available to store food and extra drinks. All fishing gear is supplied.
The charter includes guided fishing with a local expert, all fishing gear, bottled water, and an esky with ice. The vessel offers some shade and a toilet.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the charter?
The private charter runs for six hours (3/4 day).
Who runs the trip?
The trip is guided by Shawry, a local fishing expert with over 20 years of commercial and charter experience; the operator is Hook Up Charters.
Is fishing gear provided?
Yes — all fishing gear is provided as part of the charter.
How many passengers can the boat carry?
The vessel seats up to five passengers plus the guide.
Can you fillet our fish on board?
No — the operator is unable to fillet your fish on board.
Are drinks provided?
Bottled water is included and an esky with ice is provided for lunch and extra drinks; guests may bring alcohol if they are over 18.
What species will we fish for?
The trip targets coastal reef species such as Coral Trout, Fingermark, Sweetlip and Cod, among others.
Is the boat comfortable?
The 7m custom centre console (new for 2023) offers some shade and includes a toilet.