Northern Territory Fishing Blog

Top End Fishing Expeditions

Posted on 25 September, 2023 in Queenfish, Barramundi, Coral Trout, Giant Trevally, Jewfish, Mackerel, Mangrove Jack, Threadfin Salmon

If you're a passionate angler or just someone looking to experience the thrill of fishing in breathtaking surroundings, the Top End of the Northern Territory, Australia, is an angler's paradise. This remote and pristine region offers some of the most incredible fishing opportunities in the world, boasting a diverse range of species and unique landscapes. In this blog, we'll explore the top fishing locations in the Top End and the some of most popular species to catch.

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...

200+ Fish caught in 1 day fishing the Cobourg Peninsula, Arnhem Land

Posted on 12 January, 2020 in Barramundi, Coral Trout, Giant Trevally, Golden Snapper, Mackerel, Mangrove Jack

In late-November each year we pack up our fishing camp on the NT's Cobourg Peninsula before the wet-season hits. This year I managed to escape the office for a few days and head out fishing with brother/business partner/skipper Hugh, fair to say we had an absolute cracking time! We hit the water early, about 5am...

Fishing for Golden Snapper and Coral Trout on the Cobourg Peninsula

Posted on 07 September, 2018 in Coral Trout, Golden Snapper, Fishing Charters

At Cobourg we are very fortunate to have such a wide variety of excellent table fish to target. Two of our favourites are Golden Snapper and Coral Trout, both are not only good to eat but great fun to catch! You can catch both species consistently year round at Cobourg but if you are looking for the very best times to lock in your fishing charter and catch them in larger numbers then we'd recommend...

The top six fish to catch in the Northern Territory

Posted on 03 July, 2018 in Barramundi, Mud Crab, Giant Trevally, Golden Snapper, Coral Trout, Mangrove Jack

From snapper to coral trout and mangrove jack to mud crabs, there are so many incredible fishing experiences on offer in the Northern Territory’s Top End. We’ve put together a list of some of our favourite species to catch, so all you need to do is book your epic Top End fishing adventure! The list includes...