PORT DOUGLAS BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Seven and a Half Hours on the Outer Reef: Shared Fishing aboard a 30ft Seatamer from Port Douglas
A full-day shared charter out of Port Douglas that spends roughly an hour transit to prime outer-reef fishing grounds to target coral trout, mackerel, nannygai and more — this guide helps you know what to expect and what to bring.
Seven and a Half Hours on the Outer Reef: Shared Fishing aboard a 30ft Seatamer from Port Douglas.
The Aquis Full Day Outer Reef Shared Charter launches from Port Douglas for a 7.5-hour outing aboard a 30ft Seatamer Cruiser operated by father-and-son skippers Flynn and Kade Bickford. Capped at six guests with two crew to guide the lines, the trip runs to the outer reef — a day of handlining, light-tackle bottom fishing and occasional trolling for species like coral trout, Spanish mackerel, nannygai, red emperor, cod and giant trevally.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A diverse reef fishery — coral trout to giant trevally
Expect a mix of bottom and light-tackle targets: Coral Trout, Spanish Mackerel, Nannygai, Red Emperor, Cod and even Giant Trevally are on the menu, with the crew on hand to help you hook and land them.
A 30ft Seatamer Cruiser set up for comfort and fishing
The boat provides an all‑weather shaded deck, a cabin and toilet/shower, giving anglers a comfortable base for the full-day trip to outer-reef spots.
Small-group guidance from an experienced two‑person team
Operated by a father-and-son team with two crew on board and capped guest numbers to six, the charter emphasizes hands-on guidance for both first-timers and experienced anglers.
What the day feels like
How the day feels
You spend a compact offshore day aboard a well-equipped 30ft cruiser: a comfortable transit of approximately 60 minutes brings you to outer-reef fishing grounds where the crew sets up lines for bottom fishing, light-tackle work and occasional trolling; throughout the 7.5-hour trip the small-group format and two-person crew keep the focus on maximising your time on the bite and helping you with technique and landing fish.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits — and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Sun protection (long-sleeve shirt), sunglasses, hat and sunscreen. If possible bring a reusable water bottle — iced water is available on board and cups are provided.
All fishing gear, bait, ice, water and soft drinks are included. Morning and afternoon tea snacks and wraps or rolls for lunch are supplied.
The 30ft Seatamer Cruiser features a shaded all-weather deck, a cabin and a toilet/shower for day-trip comfort.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the trip?
The charter is 7.5 hours in duration.
What is the minimum age to join?
Participants must be aged 12 years or older.
How long is the transit to the fishing grounds?
The boat reaches top outer-reef fishing spots in approximately 60 minutes.
Is fishing gear provided?
Yes — all fishing gear and bait are provided aboard the charter.
What food and drink are included?
The charter supplies water, soft drinks, morning and afternoon tea snacks, plus wraps or rolls for lunch; ice is provided as well.
How many people are on the charter?
Guest numbers are capped at six to keep the group small and give ample deck space for fishing.
What species might I catch?
Target species include coral trout, Spanish mackerel, nannygai, red emperor, cod and giant trevally.