JABIRU FISHING FIELD GUIDE
Half-day Barramundi beneath the Arnhem Land escarpment: fishing the East Alligator River
Kakadu Fishing Tours runs focused 3–4 hour half-day outings on the East Alligator River for Barramundi, wildlife viewing and small-group hospitality—this guide orients you to what to expect.
Half-day Barramundi beneath the Arnhem Land escarpment: fishing the East Alligator River.
Kakadu Fishing Tours offers an exhilarating half-day Barramundi experience on Kakadu’s waterways, running short, focused outings that combine fishing with wildlife and landscape viewing.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Barramundi on the Cahill Crossing stretch
The trips fish the East Alligator River upstream from the famous Cahill Crossing, where anglers target both freshwater and saltwater Barramundi; the operator reports a largest landed fish of 135 cm from this stretch.
Crocodiles and prolific birdlife
Expect exceptional birdlife and the frequent presence of saltwater crocodiles — observed safely from the custom fishing boat — making the outing as much wildlife cruise as angling trip.
Personalized, small-group charters
Operated as a family-owned business in Kakadu National Park, the tours use high-quality equipment and a custom fishing boat, include water and light refreshments, and run as small-group charters (maximum four guests).
What the day feels like
What the half-day feels like
These are focused, short outings on the East Alligator River upstream from Cahill Crossing, balancing targeted Barramundi fishing with time to take in the river’s scenery against the Arnhem Land escarpment and to observe wildlife along the banks.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who gets the most from this outing—and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Bring some food if you think you’ll get hungry and a hat for sun protection; the operator provides soft drinks, cold water and the rest of the fishing gear onboard.
The tour includes high-quality equipment, a custom fishing boat, water and light refreshments; operators supply the fishing tackle and boat setup.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is a half-day tour?
Tours run as 3- or 4-hour half-day options: Morning (6:30–10:30) and Afternoon (14:00–18:00) are 4 hours; the Lunch Tour (10:45–13:45) is 3 hours.
Where do we meet the boat?
Meet at the upstream boat ramp of the East Alligator River (300 m upstream from Cahill Crossing) 10 minutes prior to your tour.
How many people are on a charter?
These are small-group charters with a maximum of four guests per trip.
What’s included on the tour?
The price covers high-quality equipment, a custom fishing boat, water and light refreshments, and the guide’s local knowledge; soft drinks and cold water are provided onboard.
What should we bring?
Bring a hat and some food if you expect to get hungry; the operator supplies the remainder of gear and drinks.
Will we see crocodiles?
Yes — the operator notes that saltwater crocodiles are frequently present and can be witnessed safely during the trip.
When do tours operate during the year?
Tours operate from May through December.
Do I need to confirm before arrival?
You should call 48 hours prior to confirm your booking details.