Black Marlin Fishing - Cairns & Great Barrier Reef, Australia - Australian heavy tackle Giant Black Marlin fishing

Cairns Fishing Australia - Kim Andersen Sport Fishing - Lure and Fly Fishing Charters Cairns Australia

Heavy Tackle—Giant Black Marlin

The Great Barrier Reef from Cairns to Lizard Island is recognised worldwide as the indisputable heavy weight Marlin capital of the world. Diamond Girl is recognised internationally as a top catcher on the Barrier Reef.

Black Marlin aggregate between Lizard Island and Cairns from September to early December and more 1000lb Marlin are caught in these waters than the rest of the world put together. Preferred methods in Australia are rigged dead bait trolling, live baiting and lures. Tackle consists of 80lb and 130lb Penn and Shimano Tackle as well as stand up 50lb if that's your preference. We use only CIRCLE HOOKS as these have proved not only to have the best bite to release ratio but also allow for the release of the fish in top condition. We do not carry Gaffs unless specifically requested by a client. We would rather see the large female Granders reproducing more marlin for next season then hanging on a weigh station as a dead carcass.

There are several different ways to experience the fishing trip of a lifetime.

Day Trips
If you are on a limited time schedule day trips ex Cairns are available. Fishing takes place outside the Great Barrier Reef between Linden Bank and Jenny Louise Shoal about a 2-hour ride from the marina.

Day Trips Lizard Island
Stay on luxurious Lizards Island and fish the famous No. 10 Ribbon Reef only 30 minutes from the "Jewel of the Barrier Reef" that is Lizard Island Resort.

Live-on-board Extended Charters
(2 - ? days) For up to 6 people, anchor in one of the many anchorage's inside the Barrier Reef. Snorkel, light tackle or popper fish for Giant Trevally in the morning, heavy tackle in the afternoon. For the serious fisherman.

Extended Mothership Charters
For larger groups or those that prefer the extra comfort that motherships provide, we can arrange motherships to suit your level of comfort or budget.