So what’s on the agenda for your next Aussie holiday? Why not convince family and friends to take a Gold Coast fishing charter? In case you are wondering its more than about just catching fish. It’s also about being in Nature and with the people you like hanging out with. Dolphin and whale sightings are a common occurence.
So you are not ready for the next fishing olympics? Dont worry, Gold Coast fishing charter operators are ready to help the absolute idiot who can’t even locate the grip on a rod. And who said you have to always be out on the deck having to fish? You can pick and choose when you fish and you might even choose not to fish at all.
You can choose between two fishing options when you venture to join a Gold Coast fishing charter. If you are a thrill seeker and you dont mind having to hang on when travelling to and from your fishing destination then you probably would want to choose the offshore fishing option. Alternatively if you are wanting a more calm and sedate experience then go for the calm coastal water option.
Once you have made the choice of the two basic fishing options when booking a Gold Coast fishing charter, you then need to decide between a half day or full day out on the ocean. Prices range from $90-$140 for the half day charter and $140-$210 for the full day charter. Other factors to bear in mind when you choose which company to go with include: boat, comfort, style of fishing and fishing destinations.
One of the first questions people ask when enquiring about Gold Coast fishing charters is “what are we supposed to bring on board?” The answer is simple. All fishing gear including bait is provided. Also all food and drinks are provided. One thing not provided is sea sickness tablets because of legal reasons. It is reccommended that you bring your own motion sickness tablets. Other than that, sunscreen, hat, warm clothes etc as common sense dictates.
Where do you go on the coast line to hook up with a Gold Coast fishing charter operator? Two basic locations. Firstly at the northern end of the Gold Coast in an area called the Broadwater. Alternatively companies operate out of the Tweed River area at the southern end of the Gold Coast.
The kind of fish you can expect to catch by taking a Gold Coast fishing charter include: pearl perch, snapper, teraglin, spotted mackerel, cobia, tailor, king fish and amberjack. It is not uncommon to catch as many as 12 different species on the same outing which could include the more sporting species such as tuna, marlin, and wahoo.
One final point to be aware of is that Gold Coast fishing charters operate 365 days a year. Bear in mind though that fishing conditions are seasonal. Targetted fish are described as being either cold water or warm water. During the winter months, reef fishing is best. During the summer months, trolling or casting for pelagic fish is best.
Kim Raymond is one of the most experienced and knowledgeable fishing charter boat operators on the Gold Coast and assisted by one of the most respected boat captains in the industry. So if you are contemplating taking a Gold Coast Fishing Charter be sure to get in touch with Kim to get all your questions answered so that you can make the best choices that are right for you and your group.