What is the meeting point and time?

Meet at Noosa Watersports Jetty, 256 Gympie Terrace, Noosaville; your booking confirmation will list the exact departure time which may shift with tide windows.

Is fishing gear provided?

Yes — all rods, bait and tackle are included for the nine-hour charter.

Do I need a fishing license?

Queensland recreational fishing rules apply; the crew will advise on limits and you should check current license requirements for shore-based anglers, though charters commonly cover license considerations onboard.

What species might we catch?

Charters target reef and pelagic species common offshore Noosa such as snapper, kingfish, mackerel and occasional tuna; actual species depend on season and location.

Can you clean and pack our catch?

Yes — the crew will clean your catch and prepare fillets so you can take fish home ready to store.

What is the cancellation policy?

The provider offers a 100% refund if cancelled within 24 hours of booking; departures can change due to tides and weather and you will be notified in advance.

Full Day Offshore Fishing Charter from Noosa: 9-Hour Bluewater Trip | Fishing | Private

On the Sunshine Coast’s eastern edge, Noosa’s offshore water opens into a wide blue playground where reefs, wrecks and the continental shelf collide. This full-day, nine-hour charter launches from the Noosa Watersports jetty at 256 Gympie Terrace, Noosaville, and is run by Noosa Bluewater Charters, operated by Noosa Watersports. As Noosa’s first offshore fishing charter and one of the East Coast’s most respected outfits, the operation specializes in fast runs to reefs, bommies and deep-water marks where big fish congregate. The vessel’s twin 300hp Yamaha outboards mean less transit and more time with a rod in hand. Guides and deckhands move like a practiced team—rigging rods, tying leaders, and spotting structure on the sounder—so even anglers new to offshore tactics get coached through trolling, jigging and bottom fishing. All gear, bait, drinks and lunch are included for the nine-hour trip, and the crew will clean your catch on return so you leave with fillets rather than the smell of a cold fish locker. Expect varied scenery in a single day: shallow coral bommies that host snapper and reef species, deeper wrecks that attract queenfish and trevally, and open, blue-water grounds where pelagics patrol the surface. You may cross paths with dolphins and sea turtles, and attentive guides will point out birds working bait schools—useful clues that the fish are feeding below. Safety and comfort are part of the package. The fast boat minimizes exposure to rough water, lifejackets are on board, and the crew monitors tides and weather closely; departure times occasionally shift with tide windows. The charter’s local knowledge is the real advantage—skippers who fish these grounds daily know where structure, current and bait intersect to produce bites. For visitors staying in Noosa Heads or Noosaville it’s an efficient, high-reward day out: great for first-timers seeking instruction and for experienced anglers after a productive day on reefs and blue water. If you want maximum fishing time and a crew that handles logistics from tackle to fillets, this full-day charter delivers. Book in advance, bring sea-sickness meds if you need them, and come ready for a long, rewarding day chasing offshore fish beneath the wide Queensland sky. Arrive at Noosa Watersports Jetty (256 Gympie Terrace, Noosaville) at the time stated on your booking to sign in and get fitted with lifejackets; the crew runs safety briefings and outlines the day's plan. The best months for offshore runs are late spring through autumn when pelagic action increases and water clarity improves, but the crew runs trips year-round depending on conditions. Expect a mix of patient waiting, sudden rushes of adrenaline when a rod loads, and communal moments at lunch as anglers compare tactics and swap stories while the coastline slips by.

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