Fly Fishing On The Coburg Peninsula, IIdyllic setting where fish are abundant and people are sparse

Cobourg Peninsula Fly Fishing Australia

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Located in the idyllic Cobourg Peninsula, Cape Don is host to one of the greatest assortment of fish on the planet. Name your favourite fish, chances are that you will find it in huge abundance in the tropical waters of Cape Don. While there is no scientific way to estimate the number of fish in the Cape Don waterways, it is fair to say that there is more than enough to keep you entertained for many lifetimes. For example “400 fish in 6 days” Phillip Rowe, current holder of the “Most Fish Total” award.

Cape Don’s diversity is not limited only to the myriad of fish species. Whereas other fishing lodges limit you to one or two styles of fishing, at Cape Don you can choose between numerous fishing experiences throughout the duration of your trip.

If you are a true mad keen angler, you will most likely want to enjoy every waking hour of your time chasing your next “fisherman’s tale”. In addition, you will have plenty to keep you busy; thanks to the generous styles of sport fishing and fly fishing to experience.

However, not everyone is as obsessed with the world’s greatest pastime and for these less-fanatical anglers, Cape Don offers spectacular scenery in unspoiled areas – true untouched wonders of nature, witnessed only by a fortunate few. The creeks and surrounding coastline are host to a bountiful collection of bird species and marine life, including, Dugongs Manta Rays, (still hunted by local Aboriginal custodians), Crocodiles, Goannas, and Sea Turtles who have called this land “home” for thousands of years. You can relax with a private picnic lunch on a desert island… take a romantic stroll across never-ending peaceful beaches, hand-in-hand with your partner without interruption… tour the century-old, still-operational lighthouse… use a locally-made Aboriginal spear to go hunting for giant mud craps… even explore a monsoonal rainforest or the unique colourful coral reef system.

Well, there must be something special about Cape Don because many of the customers have visited between 3 and 10 times. In addition, in the case of Duncan from London… no less than 15 times!

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FISHING METHODS

Trolling, Surface Poppers, Jigging, Live Baiting and Saltwater Fly Fishing

SPECIES TO CATCH

Golden Trevally Season: Jul to Apr Peak: Nov to Dec & Mar to Apr Weight: 200lb to 400lb Average Weight: 250lb	Queenfish Season: All year Peak: Nov to May Weight: 70lb to 140lb Average Weight: 75lb	Spanish Mackerel Season: All year Peak: Jan to May & Nov to Dec Weight: 5lb to 70lb Average Weight: 15lb
Jewfish Season: All year Peak: Jul to Aug & Nov to Dec Weight: 10lb to 300lb Average Weight: 10lb	Barramundi Season: All year Peak: All year Weight: 10lb to 70lb Average Weight: 25lb	Giant Trevally Season: All year Peak: All year Weight: 5lb to 40lb Average Weight: 12lb
Threadfin Salmon Season: All year Peak: All year Weight: 5lb to 20lb Average Weight: 10lb	Mangrove Jack Season: All year Peak: All year Weight: 10lb to 30lb Average Weight: 15lb	Estuary Cod Season: All year Peak: All year Weight: 5lb to 80lb Average Weight: 30lb

Note: these figures are complied with catch reports over 5 years, however they can be affected by adverse weather conditions.

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TOUR INCLUDES

All flights (WT), transfers, accommodation, guided fishing,

WHAT’S EXCLUDED

Fly fishing tackle and local tips (recommendation $25 AUS per day per guide).

OPTIONS

Flight seat upgrades.

VISA

UK citizens require a tourist visa which is valid for 3 months.

MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS

No vaccinations currently required

PLEASE NOTE

All details of visa and medical requirements are correct at time of press. However, please check these requirements for changes before travel.

DEPARTURE TAX

There is no additional airport departure tax when leaving Australia.

FLIGHT ROUTE AND FLIGHT TIME

UK – Singapore (approx 13 hrs)
Singapore – Darwin (approx 5 hrs)

BAGGAGE ALLOWANCE

(WT) 1 checked in item 23 kg (WTP) 2 checked in items 23 kg (C/F) 3 checked in items 23 kg.

TRANSFER TIME

Internal flight rime approx 1 hr. Transfer from airport to your resort accommodation (approx 20 mins).

other activities

SUNSET CRUISE

Cruise around Port Essington while the stark red cliffs change colour with the setting sun.

CULTURAL TOUR

Spend time with an Aboriginal traditional tribe & learn about the cultural traditions and stories of the local people.

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Cobourg Peninsula Fly Fishing Australia