4 Best Fishing Spots in Australia

Australia is famous for surfing, snorkeling, scuba diving and all that but it is legendary for its fantastic fishing. The country is surrounded by thousands of kilometers of fish-rich coastline and is home to world`s largest fringing and barrier reefs.

Those who love water sports can have an enjoyable time and those who love to catch fishes can have a memorable time in this country. Australia hosts game fishing tournament, which is the largest in the Southern Hemisphere.

If you can get an approval for your Australia ETA visa, you can definitely be a part of the fishing festival. If you could not make up at the right time, then go through our list specially created for those who love fishing:

1.       Cairns

If all you have dreamt about catching a huge black marlin or just about any other Pacific gamefishes, then this is the perfect place for you. North Queensland, which is famous known as black marlin capital of the world is the place that must be explore by every true fishing lover. The tropical waters are incredibly rich in bait fish and have large concentration of plankton due to its close location to the reef. Another great thing about Cairns is that it has an international airport, which makes it easier for travelers to fly down from outside Australia.

Location- Queensland

2.       The Top End

Popular for its amazing barramundi fishing, the northernmost tip of the Northern Territory is an ideal spot. The best time to go for fishing is in the month of October through December, during the barra build-up. Prime fishing spots include the Mary River at Shady Camp, the Daly River and the Adelaide River.

Location- Northern Territory

3.       Cape York

A paradise for anglers, Cape York offers anglers an ultimate opportunity for the Aussie fishing adventure. Famous for its gorgeous beaches, lagoons, rivers and fish-rich tidal estuaries, the remote far north tip of Australia is accessible only by 4WD. The roads here become impossibly inaccessible, but from May to December, various travelers venture north in the quest of some thrill. You can fish for baby barramundi in the water holes or can try your luck off a rocky headland and cook your catch on an open fire under a starry night.

Location- Queensland

4.       Exmouth 

Exmouth is one of the world`s most diverse fishing destinations. Outlining Ningaloo Reed, World`s Heritage listed reef, its crystal clear waters are famous for hundreds of whale sharks that make Exmouth their playground from March through October. You can cast a line here for species such as blue bone, permit, milkfish, queenfish, bonefish, cobia, mahi mahi, trevally, wahoo, and tuna. 

Love fishing? Apply for Australia ETAvisa and explore the waters of the country. To apply for visa, visit australiae-visa.com.