Mother Ship Barra Fishing the Mary River

Barra fishing traditionally can mean traveling long distances by land then once you've hit the water more travel is involved.

Put a mother Ship anchored in the mouth of one of the Territories famous Barra fishing rivers or estuary systems and traveling times are both shortened considerably and new fishing options become possible.

On this mothership Barra fishing tour you are transferred to the mothership the evening prior to your tour commencing. Meaning that the first day of your trip will see you hit the water fishing at sun up.

Less time traveling means more time fishing

As far as famous rivers go you don't get a more famous than the Mary River. This river offers sensational Barra fishing throughout the Run Off months.

Now its your opportunity to fish this river in comfort and style aboard the mothership Island Explorer. Island Explorer offers exceptional levels of air-conditioned comfort – luxurious cabins and spacious galley and saloon area. There are huge deck areas and plenty of shade. With four well set up dinghies and professional guides to show you the best of Northern Territory Barra fishing. ...>read more about Island Explorer

Location

Mary River - Shady Camp, Tommycut and various location in Chambers Bay

Target Species

Barramundi - Threadfin Salmon, Black Jew fish & Golden Snapper can also be targeted.

Numbers

The Mothership carries up to 8 passenger, fishing up to 3 per fully guided dinghy.

Availability

March – April

Options

3, 4 & 5 day charters available

Transfers

At 2.30pm the day prior to your tour you will be picked up from your accommodation/airport and transferred to the Mary River where you will meet the dinghies and be transferred to the mothership for the evening. After spending the evening on board you will be ready to hit the water fishing early the next morning. On the final day you will fish till approximately 4.00pm before meeting your transport for transfers to Darwin arriving back at approximately 7.30pm.

Included

• All fishing gear supplied on a replace if lost or damaged basis
• Lunches, morning tea, breakfasts and cooked dinners whilst on board
• Light refreshments
• Bedding
• Special dietary requirements catered for
• transfers to and from the Mary River

What to Bring

• Personal Toiletries
• Any Medication
• Wide brimmed hat
• Cool light clothing, Long sleeves and pants are recommended
• Polarized sunglasses
• 30+ sunscreen
• Camera/Video Camera with plenty of film
• Insect repellent
• Alcohol (can be arranged prior to your arrival)
• Your own music and movies CD, DVD or VHS

Cost

• 3 day charter - $2175.00 (per person)
• 4 day charter - $2900.00 (per person)
• 5 day charter - $3625.00 (per person)