Akula
Experiences
Here at Akula Sportfishing, we like to keep it simple & exciting. The fishing experiences we provide you are focused on delivering the ultimate fishing adventure. Whether you're looking to have a day out with a bunch of mates or spend some quality time with family, we have the options covered!
Catering for a maximum of 5 guests, we offer a choice of full-day and half-day packages, taking you to either the inner or outer reefs of the Great Barrier Reef. We cater to both private or shared charter options.
What's included
- All fishing equipment, bait & tackle. Lures, jigs & vibes. All lost tackle charged at cost.
- Highly knowledgeable and experienced skipper
- Drinks (non-alcoholic)
- Catch bled, bagged and iced (Private and outer reef charters only)
What to bring
- BYO alcohol. No glass please.
- Sun protective clothing, hat, sunglasses
- Lunch, snacks
- Camera
Check out our various options below and gear up for a day of fishing fun in the stunning waters off Port Douglas.
We can expect to encounter:
- Coral trout
- Nannygai
- Sweetlip
- Trevally
- Fingermark
- Cod
- Cobia
- Spanish mackerel
- Tuna
- Mangrove jack
- Barramundi
On our outer reef experiences we may also catch:
- Dolphin fish
- Job fish
- Red emperor
Our exciting booking options
Give the gift of a fantastic Port Douglas fishing experience to your loved one, family member, friend, client or guest and help them make memories with Akula Sportfishing.
Terms & Conditions
All Private Charters and Outer Reef Shared Charters require payment in full by 10 days before charter date.
- 100% refund if customer cancels up to 7 days prior to private charter departure.
- 100% refund if customer cancels up to 72 hours prior to shared charter departure.
- 100% refund due to operator cancellation.
- No refund if customer cancels within 7 days prior to private charter departure.
- No refund if customer cancels within 72 hours of shared charter departure.
We ask you to please remember
All trips are subject to weather, and we reserve the right to transfer to coastal reef/estuary alternatives.
Your reef charter prices are subject to change and trips can be cancelled with a full refund provided if the minimum numbers aren’t reached.
Testimonials
Some words from our customers
At Akula Sportfishing, we take immense pride in offering what we believe to be the best sportfishing experience in Port Douglas. Our commitment to excellence and our passion for the sea are at the heart of everything we do. But don't just take our word for it, have a look at some of the testimonials below, shared by those who have embarked on unforgettable journeys with us.
"Rippa day out with Jason. Works hard to put and keep you on the fish. Caught trout, nanny’s, sweet lip, and mackerel. A great variety of fish for a half day charter."
"Wow! What a great day out with this friendly and professional crew! I highly recommend this Charter onboard Akula. They always provide exceptional service and put us on spots where the fish were plenty, we thoroughly enjoyed our day!"
"Such a professionally run operation. Jason knows his stuff and looks after his guests. I’d highly recommend a day out with the Akula team."
"A professionally run operation. Jason knows his stuff and goes the extra mile to look after his guests. I’d highly recommend a day out with the Akula team. If you love catching big fish, these are your guys."