CABLE BEACH BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Chasing Sailfish from Cable Beach: A Full Day Shared Sports-Fishing Charter
An 8-hour shared game-fishing trip departing at 8am from Cable Beach that targets sailfish, marlin and a range of reef and pelagic species—this guide explains what to expect, what’s provided and what you should bring.
Chasing Sailfish from Cable Beach: A Full Day Shared Sports-Fishing Charter.
From the shallow turquoise of Cable Beach to the deeper blue off Broome’s coast, this full-day shared charter places anglers on a custom-built game-fishing platform designed for sighting and striking sailfish and marlin; guides move with the tide to put you where the fish are biting over an eight-hour day.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
World-class sailfish and offshore marlin
Broome is famed for sailfish—and on neap tides the local population and switchbaiting techniques are a standout draw; the same waters can also produce by-catch such as mackerel, cobia and tuna and, at the right times, strong numbers of black marlin.
A purpose-built game boat — Billistic
The operator runs a custom 11.5 m walkaround game-fishing boat, refitted in 2022 with top electronics, carbon fibre outriggers and high-performance running gear to handle Broome’s offshore conditions and give anglers 360º access while fishing.
Everything set up for angling focus
This shared full-day charter includes a deckie, quality Shimano rods and reels, all tackle and bait, morning tea, snacks, refreshments and lunch—everything is provided except alcohol, which guests may bring themselves.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
You board in the morning and spend an eight-hour day guided by local crew who read the tides and move the boat to productive water; the focus is game fishing—switchbaiting for sailfish on neap tides, chasing marlin in established grounds, and on certain tides pushing out to reef grounds for bottom species—while crew handle baiting, tackle and boat work so anglers can concentrate on the rods.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits and why.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Bring a hat, sunglasses and any personal drinks you want to BYO; the operator provides sunscreen on board and stores BYO alcohol in the on-board fridge if you choose to bring it.
Morning tea, snacks, refreshments and lunch are included; all fishing tackle, bait, quality Shimano rods and reels and a deckie are supplied.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the trip and when does it depart?
This is an eight-hour full-day charter with a departure at 8am.
Is food provided?
Yes—morning tea, snacks, refreshments and lunch are included in the charter.
Do I need to bring fishing gear?
No—quality Shimano rods and reels, tackle and bait are supplied for anglers; you only need to bring personal items like a hat and sunglasses.
Can I bring alcohol?
Yes—you may BYO alcohol and the crew will store it in the on-board fridge; everything else is supplied by the operator.
What species will we target?
The charter targets sailfish as a primary species; by-catch commonly includes mackerel, cobia and tuna, there are productive marlin grounds off shore, and on spring tides reef species such as red emperor, coral trout and nanagai may be targeted.
Is the boat suitable for game fishing?
Yes—the operator’s vessel was custom built in Broome as an 11.5 m walkaround game-fishing platform (Billistic), refitted in 2022 with high-end electronics and gear specifically for game fishing in the area.