The guides have quality tackle that is available for all our clients to use.
Should you wish to bring your own outfits, you are more than welcome to do so.
We provide good quality Shimano tackle for Barramundi fishing. Shimano Curado or Chronarch reels mated to Shimano Barra Raider of Barra Raider Magnum rods. In some instances Shimano T Curve Tournament rods are also used. Reels are spooled with reputable brands such as Platil Millenium, Fins PRT or Platypus braided Lines.
For pelagic fishing we once again use quality Shimano Spinning reels such as Stradic & overhead Tekota reels matched to Shimano Rods. Braided Lines of 15 – 20kg are commonly loaded on these reels.
Guides will have a selection of locally proven lures.
All quality fishing tackle is supplied on a replace if lost or damaged basis.
We don’t supply fly fishing tackle, however, if you wish to bring your own equipment, we suggest you check out our recommended tackle list below.
Barramundi
Rods : 1.8m (6 foot )Medium Heavy / Heavy action Graphite suit 6 – 10kg line such as Shimano Barra Raider, Shimano Tcurve Tournament.
Reels : Baitcaster reel ie; Shimano Chronarch, Calcutta or Curado 200 or 300 size or similar
Line : Good Quality Braid/ Gelspun Line 10 - 15kg (20- 30lb) is ideal, Platil Millenium or FINS are proven brands
Leader : 20- 30kg (40 – 70lb), 1 – 1.5m Wind on Monofilament or Flurocarbon.
Lures : Saltwater Grade lures ie Bomber Long A, Classic Barra 10 & 15+, Classic F18 Manta Ray, Rapala X Rap & Magnum, Killalure Barra Bait & Flatz Rat, Manns Stretch 12+, Halco Scorpions, Storm Minnows, Reidy’s Goulbourn Jack, Nilsmaster Spearhead, Rebel Poppers & Bill’s Bug Fizzers. Soft Plastic Shads 75 – 100mm & plastic prawns are also effective. Lures in the 70 – 150mm range are about right. Note: Heavy Duty hooks & split rings should be fitted to all lures.
Blue-water - Pelagic Fish
Rods : 1.9 - 2.1m (7 foot) Fast action Medium Heavy / Heavy action Graphite suit 8- 15kg line
Reels : Threadline reel ie Shimano Stella, Stradic or similar 4000 to 6000 size alternately Shimano Calcutta 400 or 700 or Trinidad or Tekota overhead reels
Line : Good Quality Braid/ Gelspun Line 10 – 15kg (20- 30lb) is ideal. Platil Millenium & Fins PRT are proven brands
Leader : 20 – 30kg (40 – 70lb) Monofilament also single strand wire trace for Mackerel
Lures : Saltwater Grade lures ie Bomber Long A, Rapala Magnum, Rapala Countdown, Mackerel Mauler, Classic Bluewater & Classic 160, Reidy’s Judge, Halco Rooster Poppers, Raider Jigs & chrome casting slugs. Note: Heavy Duty hooks & split rings should be fitted to all lures.
Soft Plastic stick or jerk Shads 80 – 150mm (3.5 – 6”) & are also effective. Bluewater trolling lures in the 100 – 200mm range are about right. Also some casting slugs are also handy.
Fly Fishing
Rods :9 or 10 wt outfit for Barra or 10 – 12wt for blue-water – 4 piece for ease of transport
Reels : Quality salt water grade aluminium disc drag reel that holds at least 150 - 200m of 15kg backing.
Lines : Floating WF, Intermediate WF & Hi-Density WF Sink tip lines will fit the bill.
Flies : Clouser Minnow 1/0 - 3/0, Pink Things, Black & Barred 2/0 - 5/0, Surf Candy, Fat Boys 4/0 – 6/0, Deceivers & Bendbacks plus some popper flies in assorted sizes.
Good colours include all white, Chartreuse over white, Gray over white & Fluro Yellow/ White, Yellow/Red, Pink/White or all Black. Make sure that you incorporate some flash material into your flies as well.
Leader : Anglers preferred leader configuration or standard IGFA configuration 8 – 10kg with a minimum shock/bite tippet of 20kg. Wire is only necessary if you wish to target mackerel species.
• Lightweight, loose, comfortable clothing to fish in, light coloured long-sleeved shirt & trousers & sun gloves. Lightweight non slip shoes such as sports shoes or deck shoes that remain durable if they become wet. Thongs are not recommended.
• A wide-brimmed hat and quality polarised sunglasses.
• A camera to photograph the spectacular wildlife, scenery and of course your catches.
• A small water/weather proof bag or daypack
• Personal Sunscreen should you have your own preferred brand - all our boats carry 30+ sunscreen & insect repellant.
• Any prescription medications,
• Special drink requirements (please advise if you have any allergies or dietary requirements).