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  •  Activities
  •  Gold Coast
  •  Gold Coast Deep Sea Fishing: MV Fat Hooker Private Charter 5 Hours

Gold Coast Deep Sea Fishing: MV Fat Hooker Private Charter 5 Hours

True Blue Fishing

  • Gold Coast
  • English
  • 5 hours (approx.)
  • 48 Working Hours Confirmation

Standard Inclusions

  • Departs on request, closed on Christmas Day 25 December, Boxing Day 26 December, New Year's Eve 31 December and New Year's Day 01 January.
  • Departure Point: The Spit pontoon (Address: 1 Muriel Henchman Drive, Main Beach QLD 4217)
  • Max capacity on MV Fat Hooker is 18pax
  • Private charter includes:
  • 1. Five hours private charter
  • 2. Expert crew
  • 3. All bait and tackle
  • 4. Cold bottled water
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1 Key Facts

Included

  • Departs on request, closed on Christmas Day 25 December, Boxing Day 26 December, New Year's Eve 31 December and New Year's Day 01 January.
  • Departure Point: The Spit pontoon (Address: 1 Muriel Henchman Drive, Main Beach QLD 4217)
  • Max capacity on MV Fat Hooker is 18pax
  • Private charter includes:
  • 1. Five hours private charter
  • 2. Expert crew
  • 3. All bait and tackle
  • 4. Cold bottled water

Not included

  • 1. Transport from/to hotels
  • 2. Food & beverages not listed as Inclusions
  • 3. Souvenirs
  • 4. Travel Insurance
Destination Gold Coast
Depature point ● Departs: on request, please select your preferred date when make booking.
   Tour does not run on Christmas Day (25 December), Boxing Day (26 December), New Year's Eve (31 December) and New Year's Day (01 January)
● Departure Point: The Spit pontoon (Address: 1 Muriel Henchman Drive, Main Beach QLD 4217)
● Departure Time:
- Depart at 06:00, Arrives back at approximately 11:00
- Depart at 11:00, Arrives back at approximately 16:00
- Depart at 16:00, Arrives back at approximately 21:00
Address The Spit Pontoon, 1 Muriel Henchman Drive, Main Beach QLD 4217
How to get there ● By Car
- Go past SeaWorld Nara Resort, look for blue sign with boat ramp/Charter boats, turn left at Muriel Henchman drive.
- Plenty of free parking available.

● By Public Transport
Please check the Transport QLD timetables (https://translink.com.au/) for more details to plan your trip.
Operating hours
Morning Cruise 06:00-11:00 05:40 check in
Afternoon Cruise 11:00-16:00 10:40 check in
Evening Cruise 16:00-21:00 15:40 check in
Reconfirmation requirements Please be advised you are required to contact The Service Provider 24 hours prior to the travel date during business hours to reconfirm your booking, departure location and time, and boarding time with your confirmation number. Please adjust your travel plan according to the details given by The Service Provider at time of reconfirming.
Check-in requirements If you are making your own way to the boarding terminal, please arrive at jetty 20 minutes prior to the departure time. Regrettably, failure to arrive before this time will most likely be classified as no-show and result in forfeiting the booking and it cannot be refunded or transferred.

If you are not familiar with the area or travelling on a weekend or local public holidays / school holidays, please make sure you've checked your timetable or driving route beforehand, and allow extra travelling time for unexpected delays to ensure you do not miss your check in
What to bring/wear ● Motion-sickness medicine (if required)
● Protective clothing, hat, sunscreen lotion, and sunglasses
● Comfortable shoes
● Light jacket / sweater for windy or cool days
● Raincoat if rains
● Camera (waterproof)
● Money / credit card for optional purchases
Other info Child Policy:
● Not recommended for children under 8 years old.
● Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult and become their responsibility whilst on board the boat.

Safety and Weather Policy:
● Charters are not affected by rain but strong winds and big swells may result in cancellation of a charter.
● Marine weather forecasts can change during the day and overnight. The Service Provider will endeavour to inform you via text or phone and email if any decision to cancel a charter is made. Please ensure your phone is switched on.
● Only wine and beer (in cans) are permitted to be taken and consumed on the boat in moderation. The skipper has the authority to ban drinking alcohol at any time to enable a safe boating situation to be maintained for all on board. If you breach this policy and an early return to shore results from unruly behaviour you will be liable for compensation to the other passengers on the boat.
● Anyone who turns up to attend a charter inebriated or under the influence of drugs will not be allowed to board.

General:
● All charters are subject to minimum and maximum numbers of passengers.
● Any fishing rods, reels or equipment that are lost overboard or damaged in any way due to customer negligence must be paid for by the customer before leaving the boat.
● Do not fish if strong winds or big seas are forecast.
● Do not cancel if it's raining.

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【Important Post-Covid Service Information】
In the event a charter has to be cancelled due to Covid-19 by either, the Service Provider or the customer. No refunds will be issued. You will be issued a credit voucher that is valid for 3 years to the value of any monies paid. Existing gift certificates will be extended for the length of any shut down. A valid medical certificate or proof you have been in contact with Covid 19 will be required for customer cancellations.

2 Overview

The South east Queensland region boasts a large variety of pelagic surface swimming fish. Whilst bottom dwelling reef fish abound in the semi tropical waters. Species include Snapper, Pearl perch, Tusk fish, Mahi Mahi, Tailor, Teraglin, Jewfish, Marlin, Mackerel, Kingfish, Cobia, Sailfish, Tuna and many more. Everyone from first timers right through to experienced anglers can rest assured that the best Gold coast fishing charters not just an ocean cruise.

Gold Coast Deep Sea Fishing: MV Fat Hooker Private Charter 5 Hours

 

Choose a private fishing charter and enjoy a great day out fishing with your mates, the professional experienced friendly crews will go out of their way to ensure you and your group have a great fishing experience. All the equipment, bait and tackle will be supplied, you only need to catch the big one! The half day price includes all bait and tackle, cold bottled water and expert crew to help you catch the monster. 

 

MV "Fat Hooker"

"Fat Hooker" is a high quality 12 metre fibreglass boat built by Steber craft in Taree NSW. Currently one of the bigger deep sea fishing charter boats operating out of the Gold coast. She is a large stable comfortable fishing platform, powered by 425hp Cummins diesel. Fully insured and in Qld government survey for a maximum of 18 passengers. 

 

"Fat Hooker" Features included:

  • Large non slip rear fishing deck.
  • Full roof cover for protection from the sun and rain.
  • Smooth fast stable comfortable ride.
  • Latest fish finding and navigation equipment.
  • Marine radios/communications
  • Stereo system
  • Live bait and kill tanks.
  • Clean sanitized flushing on board toilet.
  • Ice boxes
  • Padded seating.
  • Full safety gear.
  • Deck lighting.
  • Rod holders.
  • Pot hauler

3 Policy

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

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