Port MacDonnell Fishing Charters is a fishing charter located in Eight Mile Creek, South Australia. With a focus on Southern Bluefin Tuna fishing, they offer an unforgettable fishing experience from February to September, with the 2022 season boasting over 70 barrels landed. Bookings for the 2023 season are now open, and the best months for fishing are April, May, and June.
For individual bookings, the pricing is $300 per person, while group bookings of up to 12 people can be accommodated at a boat fee of $2000 on weekdays and $2200 on weekends and public holidays. Port MacDonnell Fishing Charters provides all the necessary equipment, including quality fishing gear, bait, tackle, bottled water, and a BBQ lunch. Additionally, their experienced crew is available to offer fishing advice if needed. Customers are welcome to bring their own alcohol, soft drink, and snacks.
The bag limit for Bluefin Tuna is one per person, and to ensure customers take home the highest quality fish, the catch is promptly gilled, gutted, bled, and placed in a saltwater ice slurry. Furthermore, the charter can fillet your catch and even weigh it if you happen to catch the big one!
In addition to Southern Bluefin Tuna fishing, Port MacDonnell Fishing Charters also offers deep-sea fishing trips throughout the year. With the convenience of electric reels, customers can enjoy an exciting deep-sea fishing experience for a boat fee of $2200.
For those interested in reef fishing, the charter provides the opportunity to catch a variety of fish, including Gummy Shark, School Shark, Snapper, Flathead, Morwong, Tasmanian Trumpeter, Knife Jaw, Gernard, and Nanagi. Full-day reef fishing trips can also include lobster fishing using pots or nets. The half-day boat fee for reef fishing is $1100.
Port MacDonnell Fishing Charters offers lobster fishing trips from October to May. Two methods are available for catching lobster, either by using drop nets (with a bag limit of two per person and no licence required) or lobster pots, which necessitate a licence obtained from PIRSA. The half-day boat fee for lobster fishing is $1100 for 1 to 12 people.
In addition to fishing, the charter also offers pelagic bird-watching trips. These trips take you out to the continental shelf, located 30 km south-south-west of the port. By feeding the birds, a variety of different species can be observed and photographed.
For those looking to explore the stunning coastal scenery, Port MacDonnell Fishing Charters also offers one-hour coastal tours to Cape Northumberland and back to port. The cost for a group booking of up to 12 people is $400.
Port MacDonnell Fishing Charters provides gift vouchers, making them the perfect gift for any occasion. These vouchers can be purchased directly from the charter, with options for both fishing experiences and accommodation.
Customers looking to stay in comfort can take advantage of their unique property set on four acres just outside Port MacDonnell. The self-contained house offers ample room for vehicles and boats, along with shelter in case of inclement weather. With sleeping arrangements for up to 12 people, the house features three king beds, three long singles, and three queen sofa lounges. The bedrooms can also be configured to provide six separate single beds.
There are two bathrooms, one of which is fully accessible.
Port MacDonnell Fishing Charters prides itself on providing a fantastic fishing experience for people of all ages. With hundreds of satisfied customers over the last two decades, they are committed to delivering the highest level of service and ensuring unforgettable memories for all who embark on their charters.