Port Lincoln Fishing Tour
Overview
On this tour you’ll get to see why Australia's largest commercial fishing fleet is based in Port Lincoln and Coffin Bay. It’s because of the abundant fish populations found in the area, and you’ll get to explore this incredible region on a fishing safari!
This 3-day/2-night safari, which is based in Port Lincoln, provides opportunities to catch various species of fish, including Australian Salmon, Kingfish, Southern Bluefin Tuna (during the season), Blue Groper, Blue Morwong, Snapper (during the season), Shark, Nannagai, Swallow Tail, big Trevally, as well as the famous King George Whiting, Flathead, Garfish, Snook, Australian Herring (Tommy Ruff), Trevally and Squid, among others.
Additionally, the region has a thriving aquaculture industry that farms tuna, yellowtail kingfish, abalone, mussels, oysters, seahorses, and crayfish as experimental farming.
Port Lincoln Fishing Tour Overview
On this tour you’ll get to see why Australia's largest commercial fishing fleet is based in Port Lincoln and Coffin Bay. It’s because of the abundant fish populations found in the area, and you’ll get to explore this incredible region on a fishing safari!
This 3-day/2-night safari, which is based in Port Lincoln, provides opportunities to catch various species of fish, including Australian Salmon, Kingfish, Southern Bluefin Tuna (during the season), Blue Groper, Blue Morwong, Snapper (during the season), Shark, Nannagai, Swallow Tail, big Trevally, as well as the famous King George Whiting, Flathead, Garfish, Snook, Australian Herring (Tommy Ruff), Trevally and Squid, among others.
Additionally, the region has a thriving aquaculture industry that farms tuna, yellowtail kingfish, abalone, mussels, oysters, seahorses, and crayfish as experimental farming.
Try surf/ beach fishing — targeting Australian salmon and flathead.
Experience a Southern Ocean deep sea fishing charter — sports fishing targeting big snapper, nannygai, blue morwong, sharks, and blue groper, and more.
Target King George whiting, trevally and garfish on a Coffin Bay inshore fishing charter.
Stay in Australia’s Seafood Capital – Port Lincoln.
Trip map for Port Lincoln Fishing Tour
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Itinerary for Port Lincoln Fishing Tour
Arrival to Port Lincoln
Upon arrival in Port Lincoln, the seafood capital of Australia, you'll be greeted by a guide. After checking in, your Eyre Peninsula fishing adventure begins with some surf fishing. To reach your beach fishing spot, you'll take a 90km drive on Flinders Highway and then navigate a private 4WD track through enormous sand dunes. Once you arrive, you'll be able to cast out into the pristine waters from where the car is parked, with plenty of gutters close to the shoreline for salmon. This secluded beach provides a great opportunity to catch Australian salmon or flatheads. You'll watch the sunset before heading back to your accommodation.
Offshore fishing adventure in Coffin Bay
An early start awaits for today's Coffin Bay excursion, a mere 30-minute drive to the haven of the world-renowned oysters. Coffin Bay is home to an array of flora, fauna, and abundant fish species, with a unique system of bays and inlets that classify the area as a maritime wilderness. Onboard the "Full Rip," a Markham Dominator Shark Cat with twin 150 horsepower Honda engines, we navigate with ease to maximize fishing time. The vessel is equipped with the latest navigation and safety gear and an onboard toilet. Using quality rods, reels, lures, and fresh bait, we embark on offshore and inshore fishing for a variety of species such as Blue Groper, Blue Morwong, Wrasse, Snapper, Shark, Nannagai, Swallow Tail, big Trevally, and Samson fish. At day's end, we retire to our accommodations after cleaning up.
Inshore fishing near Coffin Bay and departure
Today's fishing expedition will take place in the inshore grounds closer to Coffin Bay, which is famous for the King George Whiting, big Flathead, Garfish, Snook, Australian Herring (Tommy Ruff), Salmon, Salmon Trout, Trevally and Squid. Even though these are smaller species, they are still exciting to catch and excellent for cooking. You will enjoy stunning views of the Coffin Bay National Park and the rugged coastline of the Great Australian Bight. The fishing day ends at 4.00 pm, and we will drop you off at Port Lincoln Airport for your departing flight at approximately 6.10 pm after cleaning up.
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Dates and prices for Port Lincoln Fishing Tour
This fishing tour is run either as a shared departure where you will be joining an existing group for the activities, or as a private tour, where all departure dates are on request. Please note that the departure price might be higher if there are less than 4 travellers in group.
Private departures:
The prices below are per person, sharing a double or a triple room:
- Guided group of 4: $1,550USD per person
Group departures:
On request.
What’s included for Port Lincoln Fishing Tour
Meals
2 continental breakfasts in hotel are included, as well as 3 lunches during the activities.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 2 nights are included.
Transportation during the Tour
This tour includes all the transfers necessary, as well as airport transfers before and after the tour. Fights to and from Port Lincoln are not included.
Also Included
- Two day fishing charter
- One-day surf/beach fishing
- All quality fishing rods, reels, bait & tackle
- Fish packed up for travel
Not Included
- Flights to and from Port Lincoln
- Meals not mentioned as included
Optional Extras
- Extra nights before or after the tour
- Upgrading to single room
- Shark cage diving tour
- Tuna fishing charter at Greenly Island (Seasonal, Jan-May)
- Upgrade accommodation to self-catering beach house
- One-day extention
Accommodation for Port Lincoln Fishing Tour
This tour provides two nights in a hotel in Port Lincoln which offers modern conveniences that can make this trip more pleasant.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplement to have a private room in a hotel where possible. Solo travellers may be required to pay a supplement.
Frequently asked questions for Port Lincoln Fishing Tour
How hard is the Port Lincoln Fishing Tour?
We rate this tour as a 1 / 5. This tour is suitable for all fitness levels, however, you should be comfortable spending several hours per day on your feet.
Do I need a visa to travel to Australia?
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
Are meals included on the Port Lincoln Fishing Tour?
2 continental breakfasts in hotel are included, as well as 3 lunches during the activities.
Do I need insurance?
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover the activities noted in this itinerary. Get your travel insurance.
Is the fishing gear rental included?
Yes! You will be provided with all the equipment needed.
How do I get to Port Lincoln to start this tour?
You can fly to Port Lincoln from Adelaide. Airport transfers are included.
Is the Port Lincoln Fishing Tour in English?
Yes, the tour guide is English-speaking.
Where does the Port Lincoln Fishing Tour end?
This tour ends where it starts, in Port Lincoln Airport.
Do I need special vaccines to travel to Australia?
Check with your family doctor.
Are there any travel restrictions for Australia?
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
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