Absolute 5-star Day! Reef to Plate Perfection. Absolute 5-star Day! Reef to Plate Perfection

Had an incredible time out with Cohen,skip and the young fella! The crew went above and beyond to make sure we were well looked after and on the fish all day, landing some awesome big Nannygai. Tha Fish supplied a great lunch on board, and we are incredibly excited for our reef to play dinner experience tonight. Professional, friendly, and highly recommended to anyone visiting Cairns!

Perfect day on the reef I’m a return visitor with cairns reef fishing, I’ve been going out with the guys for about 15 + years and have seen the company change hands and staff but not their passion for making sure everyone has a great day. I went out last Tuesday in the best weather that I have ever experienced with Andrew (captain)and Ryan the (decky) and a great bunch of like minded fishos, a lot of banter we got onto a few fish and then about an hour or more of organised chaos rods bending everywhere and everyone catching and bringing fish up at the same time . Andrew and Ryan were helping bring up fish,release fish retie lines. Thanks guys great effort.

Andrew, Ryan & Redge were AMAZING!! this is the best fishing trip I've ever been on! I caught so many fish. The entire crew went out of their way to make sure everyone had a good time. I was very impressed with the level of professionalism & how nice & clean the boat was. I was very comfortable and I'm looking forward to doing this again next time I'm in Cairns. I highly recommend this company! 10 out of 10!! 🙌

Happy FisherWoman! 😁🎣🐟 Best fishing trip ever! Andrew, Ryan & Redge were AMAZING! This was the best fishing trip I've ever been on. I caught so many fish! The team went out of their way to make sure everyone had a good time. I was very impressed with the level of professionalism & cleanliness of the boat. I felt very comfortable. I look forward to doing this again next time I'm in Cairns! I highly recommend!! 10 out of 10!! 🙌

Unreal experience my partner hasn’t stopped talking about it since our trip! (Best activity I’ve booked for us)

Was a little nervous since I’ve never been out to the shelf before.

couldn’t fault the day or the crew on board, had us laughing all day and they were so helpful.

We will definitely book again when we travel back up from Tassie 😊

A big thank you to the Cairns Reef Fishing team for a nigh-on-perfect day on the water for my group of 11 ‘old mates’. We haven’t stopped raving (and laughing) about it. Special mentions to: Lisa (for her responsiveness and reassurance on our ‘unconventional’ itinerary), Andrew (for his ‘spot’ selection resulting in our first fish being landed in 30 seconds), Connor (for working without pause for 8 hours straight to make us all look like professional anglers) and Captain Cohen (for being, quite simply, the most composed, convivial and capable man in the business!). We were treated like kings by day - and we ate like kings later that evening…

Oh So Swell A big thank you to the Cairns Reef Fishing team for a nigh-on-perfect day on the water for my group of 11 ‘old mates’. We haven’t stopped raving (and laughing) about it. Special mentions to: Lisa (for her responsiveness and reassurance on our ‘unconventional’ itinerary), Andrew (for his ‘spot’ selection resulting in our first fish being landed in 30 seconds), Connor (for working without pause for 8 hours straight to make us all look like professional anglers) and Captain Cohen (for being, quite simply, the most composed, convivial and capable man in the business!). We were treated like kings by day - and we ate like kings later that evening

Amazing experience!!! Wow… Jusr wow… I took my 14 year old and his friend. So many great fish and so much fun. We had to buy a much bigger esky just to get the fish back to Townsville. Great people to deal with from Lisa in the office to the boat crew

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ BLUF: Unreal fishing trip—high action, epic catches, and a crew that absolutely crushed it from start to finish.

We kicked off at 0630 and wrapped up around 1600, and the entire day was stacked with action. This wasn’t just a fishing trip—it was an experience.

Almost everyone on board caught fish (I think only two didn’t), which speaks volumes about how hard the crew works to put you on them. My wife caught her second fish ever, which made the day even more special. I landed two myself—one small, but the other was a beast at around 6 kilos (~13 lbs)… easily one of my best catches.

We hit about four different locations, constantly adjusting based on conditions—which paid off big time. At one spot, the sharks were so aggressive they were literally eating fish off our lines mid-retrieve. I personally lost two fish to sharks, and at one point even used the fish my wife caught as bait—only for a shark to take that too. Absolute chaos in the best way possible. We eventually had to relocate because it was that wild. I’ve even got a photo of a fish that came back half gone.

The variety was awesome too—barracuda, a massive mackerel nearly as long as the guy who caught it, and even a shark that the crew had to step in and safely de-hook.

Now here’s where it went legendary—after landing the biggest fish at the time, the skipper handed me a beer on the house and we had a moment I’ll never forget… I drank it through the fish’s gills and out its mouth. They called it a “Fishy.” That pretty much captures the energy of the whole trip—fun, wild, and unforgettable.

But the real standout? The crew. These guys didn’t just do their job—they owned it. Constantly moving, helping, re-rigging lines, coaching people, adjusting spots, keeping the vibe high, and making sure everyone had a shot at catching something. Professional, dialed-in, and genuinely invested in making sure you have a great time.

Whether you’re experienced or brand new, they’ll take care of you and put you in the best position to succeed.

If you’re thinking about booking—stop thinking and do it. This is the kind of trip you’ll be talking about for years. 🎣🔥🍻

Andrew and Connor were great !! We went fishing with Captain Andrew and deckie Connor . They did everything they could to give myself , my girlfriend and her son , the best day fishing out on the water . Connor couldn’t have been more helpful helping my girlfriend bait up her line ( 2nd fishing charter ever !) and trying to help her son , hook his first ever Spaniard ! . Despite the sharks getting many of the boats fish , and the bite being a bit lean at times , we enjoyed a great day out with these great crew !! Thanks Connor and Andrew

Amazing reef fishing experience in Cairns! Knowledgeable crew, great spots, and plenty of action on beautiful waters. Huge thanks to skipper Andrew and deckies Coen and Sue for making it such a memorable day. Highly recommend! 🎣

Brilliant day!!! Would not hesitate going again. The Skipper Andrew and Decky DV worked their butts off to make sure we were on the fish and lines in the water. Top guys, couldn’t fault the entire service from booking to walking away with fish. Really nice people on the charter too - everyone excited when the fish were being wheeled in.
Whole baked sweetlip for dinner this end. Thanks guys

Best day out on the water Brilliant day!!! Would not hesitate going again. The Skipper Andrew and Decky DV worked their butts off to make sure we were on the fish and lines in the water. Top guys, couldn’t fault the entire service from booking to walking away with fish. Really nice people on the charter too - everyone excited when the fish were being wheeled in.
Whole baked sweetlip for dinner this end. Thanks guys

Myself and 3 other locals travelled out with Cairns Reef Fishing on Tuesday 23rd Dec 25. From start to finish it was a great day. Fish weren't biting too much, but Skipper Andrew navigated us to as many spots as possible and gave us all every chance of pulling in the big one... Plenty of fish to share amongst mates.. The Decky - Conner was fantastic, and was gliding around the boat with ease and was a great source of knowledge and knot tying wizardry, as well as being super friendly with all guests. Vessel was in great condition, and lunch was more than we could all get through. Highly recommended day trip from a local who works in tourism, and lives and breathes all things great barrier reef..

We wanted to give a massive thank you to Cairns Reef Fishing for such an amazing and memorable day. Our skipper Cohen and decky Taco did not miss a beat all day with a full charter. Thank you from me and my family we will be back🤙

Such a fun experience ! Amazing experience!! Had a blast , the crew Cohen and Devon were incredible, they made us laugh and were so helpful !
10/10 would recommend !

Once again, a bloody awesome day our with this mob. Always a great way to spend some time on the reef. (Even more fun if the sharks don't get your catch first!) The crew were fun, entertaining and bloody great guys. Went with a group of 8 and all were great folks. Not a whinger amongst them! (But i will ask the question why were nearly all my fish one centemeter UNDER size than over?!!) The crew were fast to help fix your baits, equipment and help you bring the catch in. BUT BEWARE! If your not looking to get the piss taken out of you by the other passengers and especially the crew, then stay home. The whole trip was all with good natured jibes, bad jokes and heaps of fun. It's my 15th trip with this mob in as many years and my #1 event that I book every time I'm in Cairns (I'm from Canberra). Thanks again guys! I look forward to seeing you again soon!

Fab day out. Wat a cracka of a day, Cohen and Devine treated us to a fab day. Awesome fishing and we smashed the Nannygai along with a couple of other species.
Thanx heaps and looking forward to our next trip.

Unforgettable Day onboard Aqua Cat with Cairns Reef Fishing! We had an absolutely amazing fishing trip on board Aqua Cat last Sunday! From start to finish, the Cohen and Devon made the entire experience unforgettable. They were friendly, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about what they do.

The boat itself was clean, comfortable, and well-equipped — you can tell everything is maintained with care. We were lucky enough to catch some great fish, and the crew made sure everyone, no matter their experience level, had a chance to reel something in. Their enthusiasm and helpful tips made the day so much fun.

The scenery was stunning, the atmosphere relaxed, and the laughs non-stop. It was one of those perfect days on the water that you never want to end.

Highly recommend Aqua Cat to anyone looking for a professional yet personal fishing adventure — can’t wait to come back for another trip soon!

Great team, great day, great experience. Callun and his deck hand devon ( sorry if I spelt your names wrong champions) were very knowledgeable, personable and just alround great hosts. He knew how to find the fish and when it was time to leave. They Got everyone involved and chatting and enjoying the day effortlessly. No one went home without a good feed of fish and that was the cherry on top of the cake . Will be back again and would highly recommend a day on the reef with this great local company and fine representative of the FNQ lifestyle. Cheers legends

Perfect Charter today!! Awesome fishing trip today.. We caught heaps of nice fish most of the day. I was very impressed with our Charter. The lads Cohen and Connor put us onto some mad fishing and had us laughing the whole way.
Perfect days fishing, Cheers Lads.

Best day out What an amazing experience we had, Thanks to the very professional crew we never had any concerns regarding safety out on the reef.
The crew were very helpful and we had them running around the boat,
Crazy the amount of fish people were bringing over the side.
A day my son and I will remember always.
Supplied lunch was fresh as and plentiful.
Will definitely be back on board next trip to Cairns.

Fishing The trip on the boat was so amazing everyone was so nice the water is so beautiful and blue and there’s so many fish to catch

Paco was so helpful too standing there with his shirt off, (I would purposely get a snag just for him to be next to me) definitely best part of the trip, I would do this trip over and over if paco was on it, if you like OuterBanks than honestly you’d love paco everything he did reminded me of JJ Maybank, the way he came rushing when I struggled reeling in my rod. If I could I’d go on a holiday to cairns just for him.🙈

And there’s also a comedian on board cohen, he never failed to make everyone laugh honestly he was such a joy 10/10 I honestly would do this again with the duo and how hard they worked together it was amazing.

Everyone on the boat was so fun it was honestly like a classic Aussie day😂 it was 10/10 something I would recommend for families visiting Cairns, Thank you Paco & Cohen for such a wonderful experience, I had such a fun time.

My son and I had an amazing day out with Cairns Reef Fishing. Great service (always helping if we got snagged or re-rigging when the sharks figured out where we were), great food, and most importantly, great fishing. I would highly recommend a day out with these guys if you’re around the Cairns area and want to get on the fish. We then cooked our fish (that they gilled and gutted for us) on the BBQ in the hotel. A delicious finish to a great day.

Rly good charter Went on full day reef fishing . Impressed with this charter. Skipper and deckie done fantastic job with fish coming on all sides of boat.really big nanny's and trout . Thanks for the great day fishing. One to remember

Had an amazing day out with the crew, very simple booking and check in process. Good vibes all day and will definitely be back again, hopefully a few less sharks next time but none the less a great day out

Can not recommend enough! Definitely the best day you'll have in Cairns, just be sure to pick the weather! Fantastic experience from start to finish.

Lisa, the booking agent, is absolutely wonderful to deal with and makes everything so easy.

The meeting point at the Pier Cafe is perfect to grab a relaxed breakfast, and if you're like me - an extra snack for the ride out!

The crew are very skilled and look after you well, ensuring your line is always ready to go and your fish are processed, marked, and stored on ice. Everyone was catching so many fish, they were so busy!

They also serve a beautiful fresh lunch halfway through the day, then prawns and fruit for afternoon tea.

Excellent vibes all day, music playing, beers on ice, and so many laughs with the crew. Massive thank you to the Skipper Andrew and the Deckhand Connor for a fantastic day.

Awesome day catching reef fish The best experience in Cairns! Absolutely awesome day, with a very skilled and good looking crew that definitely know their stuff. Great vibe, with the whole boat catching so many fish the crew never stopped running. Plus a beautiful fresh lunch and afternoon tea of fresh fruit and prawns. Unreal. Shout out to Andrew and Connor for a great day!

We had an absolutly fantastic time. The crew were incredible helpfull, friendly and heaps of fun to go out with. The food was great and I would definately get the seafood platter again.
We were to celebrate my sons birthday and it was a day to remeneber. We will definately be back. Thanks for an unforgettable experience!!!

Reef Fishing!! Awesome time out at the reef and caught plenty of fish despite it not being the best weather and conditions. Shoutout to skipper Cohen and his crew Brody and Connor for making it an unreal experience. They are very knowledgeable and love good banter. Highly recommend to anyone visting or living in Cairns!!

10/10, Best part of our trip to Cairns. The team made our day an experience we will never forget. This was an amazing experience. Every staff member was amazing, they all went above and beyond for my partner and I. The management team was fantastic and made our day a magical experience that we will never forget.

Communication from the beginning was 10/10 with Leesa being a delight to organise with and she went out of her way to make sure it was a special day for us. On the day Cory was great to meet and introduced us to our amazing crew that made the day what it was.

Cohan and Conner were amazing. Within minutes it felt I was back home fishing with my mates. They were absolute legends. My partner and I were looked after and made to feel welcome and given the best advice and tips. They were genuinely as excited as we were when we bought fish in especially when my partner pulled in a big nannygai.

There was more than enough food catered and it was all amazing and so fresh.

Cohan and Conner helped organise a restaurant to cook our catch and these were the little touches that made an absolutely amazing day. Thanks fellas!

Cory was at the dock when we arrived and made sure we had a great day and was also as excited as us for the massive fish my partner had pulled in.

Once again thank you to all the team and we will be back again.

Cheers!

Best fishing day ever. This was the second time I fished with CRF and it did not disappoint.
I went with my nephew and his mate, for them it was their first charter.
From the get go it was clear that the crew knew their stuff.
We sighted a humpbacked whale on the way to the reef and caught sight of a sea snake, a great start.
The fishing was consistently good with a lot of large fish being taken, I caught the first fish, a decent sized coral trout, I later caught a Frying pan bream and an 85 cm shark mackerel, a beast, other fish were taken.
The crew could not have been more helpful and genial, they helped us land our bigger fish and engaged in pleasant banter.
The buffet was tasty and varied and the fruit and prawns were very welcome.
We saw some whoppers being caught, a lot of people went home with a lot of fish.
On the way back we saw four or five more Humpbacks, which really made our day.

Highly recommend.

Magic Day!!! This is hands down the most worthwhile fishing trip the incredible team skippered by Cohen, hosted the most eventful day n bb DV made it all so easy!! Plenty n I mean PLENTY of fish caught - whales passing n the most insane weather.. booking with Lisa was seamless n it’s definitely a trip to remember!!
Without hesitation 5star n 1000% would go again n recommend to all
Thx team it was magic!!!

Very good If you're looking for an unforgettable fishing experience, Cairns Reef Fishing absolutely delivers. I joined one of their full-day charters out to the Great Barrier Reef, and let me tell you—it was a non-stop thrill from start to finish.

Went out on Blue Waler on 07 June with my mate Graeme. What a great day we both had. Some really great fish brought on board. The skipper Logan and his crew DV where extremely helpful and attentive. I'd definitely recommend these guys to anyone regardless of there level of experience

I can not recommend going out with these guys enough. They're professional, fun, and know their stuff. Nothing but heaps of fun and a family kind of feel with our crew (sorry mate I can't remember your name so no slab for you 😂) their food was so delicious and fresh. If you want to do a reef charted in Cairns, book with these guys

Went yesterday. Had a great time with skipper Andrew and deck hand Taco. The vibes were great and Andrew helped us find a bunch of fish. They were very inviting and helped me and others reel in some nice fish. They gave everyone a go and made sure no one went home without a catch ! Definitely recommend. Coming back 100%

Awesome charter!
Booking was super easy through speaking with Lisa.
Went out earlier on in the week with Andrew and Connor. Had such a great time i had to squeeze another trip in.
Plenty of banter, food, drinks and of course fish!!
Super helpful & friendly crew.
Thanks again to Andrew, Cohen and Connor for an unforgettable few days.

I'll be back

All day fun Awesome day on the water, crew were super happy and helpful. Got on to some great spots and caught a variety of reef fish. Snacks provided were fresh and healthy and were enjoyed by all. Top day all round

Absolutely amazing team highly recommend Thank you so much for an absolutely amazing day out the crew Ryan Logan and Connor could not do enough for everyone on the trip thanks heaps guys highly recommend cairns reef fishing.

Spent NYE day on the boat and had an excellent time. The boat was skipper by Andrew and Conner was the main man on the deck. They were both excellent. Had a great day (despite a bit of too much sun) and took home a 4kg Spangled Emperor which fed 9 people the next day. Amazingly delicious.
I live in SA and this was my 4th trip with CRF and I’ve never missed taking home a good feed. Highly recommended 10/10

5 Star My buddy Peter and I went fishing with Cairns Fishing Charters in mid December and we had the greatest time. The deckhands Connor and Ryan were top notch deckhands making sure our rods were functional and baited at all times. The captain, Andrew, knew exactly where the fish were and got the boat on some nice fish. Unfortunately regardless of all the efforts on the boat, Peter and I weren’t able to land any fish that day (maybe they don’t like us Americans? LOL JK ). We did learn a lot about the Australian lingo though. Ryan and Connor kindly caught us how to fit in with the locals!

Later on, after we got off the boat, I got a message from Ryan (one of the deckhands) that he would talk with the owner any see if they had room for us to some fishing in a few days. Turns out they had us come out a few days later free of charge and we caught some nice reef fish. Overall we had a great experience fishing with these guys and would definitely recommend if you want to catch fish and have a fun time while doing it. (P.S. Turns out “Grouper”isn’t a type of fish in Australia)

Thanks boys

Awesome fishing trip Great day out, caught some great fish and the crew were awesome. They couldn’t do more to help and nothing was a bother. Thanks guys for a fun day on the water.

Great day with Andrew and Taco. Andrew and Taco really know what they are doing. Had a great time and also caught plenty of good fish. Thanks guys I really appreciate it.

Had a great day out with Andrew and Conner. Everyone caught a fish and some really great fish in the bag at the end of the day. We moved around a couple of times and each time there was something on offer for everyone. I enjoyed the day and as a Cairns local, I look forward to my next trip with Cairns reef fishing.

Cracking day out ! Awesome day out on the new boats first trip with skipper Logan. Connor and D running the decks. We couldn’t have asked for a better reef fishing experience with plenty of different species coming in over the side. The crew did not stop all day to accommodate everyone’s needs and make sure everyone was safe and comfortable.
Special mention to young deckie D, amazing work ethic and has a big future in the industry.
Nick TAS.

We had happiest day in cairns with Conner and Cade! Anyone considering fishing, Just go there. Highly recommend! Caught big fish with their help, even we are very beginner. Great experience in my life. We definitely come back when we come back to cairns. It can be for this.

Loved it - I’ll be back Smashed it today - super happy with Shane and Logan
Thanks gents - this is my second time with this company , will definitely be back again

Top day out with Logan and Cohen. This is my third trip with them and can’t speak highly enough. Straight onto the fish and all the help and advice plus a little fun from them both. Great boat great crew and a great day out. See you again next year.

Fantastic experience - highly recommend My husband and I had an amazing day reef fishing. The crew were awesome and put us in the fish straight away (we had landed 2 awesome nannygai within the first 10 minutes)! Everyone caught some amazing fish, the lunch was great and I’d highly recommend to anyone thinking of fishing in Cairns. A great day on the water, big comfortable boat. We will book again next time we’re in FNQ!
Myra & Ben :)

Had an amazing day on the boat, weather was good and everyone caught something, we went home with a bag of (delicious) fish that’ll last for days. The food and drinks were so well made and it was enough for everybody. Honestly can‘t complain about anything, really was a great experience, huge thanks to the crew that helped with everything and made this trip so entertaining and memorable

The Best Had an awesome time. Fish weren’t technically on the bite, but our family of 5 got 3 fish that gave us a very good feed for the night.
The crew on AquaCat were very entertaining with a couple of mild antics that made the day. Would highly recommend. Couldn’t fault their efforts. All the best with future trips. ❤️🎣

Charter fishing Great day out fishing with Logan and Cohen on the Aquacat. They were very helpful and had plenty of local knowledge to share with 1st time fishers to the reef. They got us on the fish and made a fun day out of it. Top experience!

Great day reef fishing with skipper Logan and Paul. Tried several spots and caught enough fish for our party to have a chef prepared dinner tonight at a local restaurant. Thanks for assisting everyone with rods and hosting a fun and safe day on the reef!

Highly recommend & awesome crew Awesome time and great crew on the boat today. Deck hand and captain were great with customers and help everyone out. The wind was 15-20 knots so a lot of smaller boats couldn’t go out but this boat handled it well. Side curtains on the back of the boat to keep customers dry on the way to the fishing grounds. Great service and experience for the price.

Kept one fish for eating (yellow long nosed) that we took back and made a mango salsa, rice, and lemon butter & garlic sauce. Thanks for the experience- Brett and Megan

Catch fish every time! It was my seventh time going out with this company and I have never had a "bad" experience. Each time I go I take at least 1-2 friends and we always come back with plenty of fish. I can tell you whole heartedly that the new ownership has also come with a very obvious renewed enthusiasm for the business along with many additional newly added improvements! These include, nicely labelling bags of fish with customer names on arrival, courtesy phone calls from the lovely Lisa (who works in admin with Beck) to advise of trip forecast and if things are on track, nice tunes to listen to, great personalities, VIP program for repeat customers and more! Logan and CJ (skipper and deck hands) were bang on, attentive, and have people skills that can't be faked!. It helps that they are also fisherman freaks and just as keen to get out and catch a fish as their customers.
Such a pleasure to get out again and WOW, is the new management ever a slice of heaven! Thanks for a brilliant day! I'll be back with the month!
In addition to todays trip, I added a few additional photos of past trips with this same company and on the same boat and a few prize large mouth nannygai:).

The best fishing charter experience today with these guys, best crew ever! Thank you to skipper Logan and deckies Cohen and Rhino. We laughed, we fished, we had a phat time today, thank you for going above and beyond today. 5 stars to you all!

Amazing fishing charter and experienced crew Took my mate out for his first fishing experience and thought I’ll check the reviews to see which charter would be the best, we decided on Cairns Reef Charters and let me tell you, we had an amazing experience.

We initially booked for Thursday but due to a weather system forming of the coast they called us up and asked if we would like to change to another day, they gave us options and told us Tuesday was great weather and they had slots, we decided to change and lucky we did cause the weather was photogenic, crystal blue water and not a cloud in site, ok maybe a few clouds but you get the picture. So the booking teams was 5/5 perfect.

The crew we had was Logan and Cohen who was absolute legends, plenty of banter and jokes. They kept us well informed and provided everyone with plenty of assistance when needed.

They even provided us with restaurant we would get our catch cooked and prepared. We choose the orchre which was close by, a modern take on Aussie cuisine. They did an amazing job cooking our catch for $45pp.

I would like to thank the team at cairns reef charters for giving us an amazing experience

Great day! We had such a great day! The crew was AMAZING, food was good and we fished lots of different fishes. 100% recommend!

Thanks to Logan and Nicky!

May not get out We enjoyed the charter even though we caught nothing, but be weary, if they don't have enough people they cancel on you and you can find yourself quite disappointed with not many other options.