Northern Territory Fishing Blog

Fishing Bliss: 5 Popular Fishing Lodges & Fishing Camps in the Top End

Posted on 04 September, 2023 in Fishing Charters

The Top End of Australia, encompassing the Northern Territory, is a paradise for fishing enthusiasts. With its unspoiled waters, rich marine life, and stunning natural beauty, it's a dream destination for anglers from around the world. To make your fishing adventure in the Top End truly memorable, consider staying at one of the region's top fishing lodges. These lodges and camps not only provide nice accommodation but also grant access to some of the finest fishing experiences in the Northern Territory...

Mangrove Jack Fishing - Northern Territory

Posted on 15 February, 2022 in Fishing Charters, Mangrove Jack

Mangrove Jacks are aggressive predatory fish found in the tropical waters of northern Australia. They are targeted by anglers for their vicious fighting spirit and as a member of the snapper family they also make prime eating. Juveniles and young adults are found in coastal mangrove estuaries and tidal saltwater creeks while the larger adults migrate to coral reefs and even offshore reefs, sometimes penetrating to depths in excess of 100m...

Darwin Fishing Trips

Posted on 10 December, 2020 in Fishing Charters

If you’ve got a few days in Darwin and you’re keen to get out on the water and do some barra fishing or even target some bluewater species you’re in luck. Darwin must have the best fishing of any capital city in Australia. The keen fisherman or fisherwoman can catch a variety of species within minutes of the CBD! Of course those keen to travel further afield will reap the rewards. For a bucket list fishing trip, check out...

COVID-19 Flexible New Booking Policy for 2021

Posted on 23 October, 2020 in Fishing Charters

Due to COVID-19 and the uncertainties surrounding travel we have altered our Terms & Conditions to give fishos some added flexibility & security when booking a new fishing trip. Book any Cobourg Fishing Safaris package in 2022 and enjoy the flexibility...

Our Top 5 lures for fishing on the Cobourg Peninsula

Posted on 07 October, 2020 in Tuna, Mangrove Jack, Mackerel, Jewfish, Golden Snapper, Giant Trevally, Coral Trout, Barramundi

After many years of running fishing charters on Arnhem Land's Cobourg Peninsula we've learnt which lures consistently work the best. We've got the list down to 5 lures. So if you could only take 5 lures with you to fish this remote stretch of the Arnhem Land coast then we'd recommend the following...