ROTTNEST ISLAND
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Rottnest Island is famous for it's fishing wether it be game fishing and trawling by it's FADS for species such as Marlin or just throwing a line in off the jetty.There are around 13 ship wrecks around the island and around 360 different species of fish drawn to Rottnest through the Leeuwin current.There have recently been four new species of fish discovered in the deep waters off Rottnest that were previously unknown to scientists.Read the article here.
Shore fishing. For anglers without a boat there are still many options to catch fish on Rottnest Island. A super long rod is not necessary as in any of the good spots casting distance is rarely a factor.Rottnest fishing is best from the shore from March through till the end of September.
Natural Jetty is quite good on the Thompson Bay side for fish like tailor,silver bream, gardies, skippy and herring. A favourite herring spot is Bathurst Point over by the Light House. Geordie bay is also a favourite for Herring.Ricey beach is good for Herring and occasionally yeilds Salmon.Little Armstrong Bay is often home to King George Whiting amongst other species. Lastly a place worth visiting is Salmon Bay.Here you can catch Salmon in season as well as Mulloway,Herring, king George Whiting, Skippy and occasional Tailor.
You can have a good look at some more of the marine life found off Rottnest Island here.
Boat Fishing
Want the big Fish but don't have a boat? There are many much larger fish to be had off Rottnest Island if you have access to a boat or charter company. Deep sea fishing and game fishing near the FADS(Fish attracting Devices). John Fraurud offers a specialised,personalised game fishing charter serice.Who knows how to catch the marlin, mahi mahi or yellowfin tuna better than a long time member of the Perth Gamefishing Club?
Come on a trip with John Fraurud chasing some of the spectacular gamefish available right here off Fremantle.
John runs Goldstrike out of Hillarys Marina on almost any day you choose to the FADs off Rottnest's West End or even in close for some mighty yellowfin tuna.
These Fish Aggregating Devices are laid along the edges of the Rottnest Trench and attract masses of bait.
John provides for 4 way trolling using Shimano Tiagras on 37kg or 24kg custom trolling sticks. Imagine the buzz as your outfit howls off on a 500m first runs while they strap you into the game chair for the fight of your life!
Last year John's crew averaged around 2 marlin landed per trip and, while you can have no guarantees when it comes to fishing, who would know Perth's game waters better than himself?
A full day's marlin fishing costs only $1200 which can be split between up to 6 people.
A full day's light tackle sportfishing around the FADs is only $1000 per group and can be done in $600 half days also.
So, what are you waiting for? Marlin season is almost here so book now.
If marlin aren't your thing or you're worried about travelling too far offshore, why not stay in close to Mindarie and target massive yellowfin tuna which can be tougher to land then sailfish.
These tuna will leave you with a memory like no other with their sheer speed and stamina to test even the best angler.
Goldstrike is geared up to handle bookings all the way up to corporate days for your staff and clients. What better way to do business than on the water? Check out Johns information and booking details here
Just off Rottnest Island there is some great boat fishing to be had for some of the worlds best sports fish. King Fish Reef is a famous boating spot and is about 8km south of west end.It is a great samson fish and jewie spot. However for the serious angler fish the Rottnest Trench, which is a deep water canyon and home to fish like Marlin and Dolphinfish. You will need at least a six or so metre boat to get out there safely though. This is where the FAD( or fish attracting Device) is and this is where anglers from all over the world flock to get a piece of the action. Below are some charter companies which specialize in this area off Rottnest Island.
Another great charter service is All Seasons Charters
Welcome to All Seasons Charters Hillarys Boat Harbour, Perth Western Australia.
Hillary's Boat Harbour, Perth deep sea fishing charter, corporate cruises, whale watching, Rottnest Island cruises, Rottnest Island surfing safari's, bucks / hen nights, Swan river cruises, sunset cruises, party boat.
Located at Hillarys Boat Harbour, Perth. Western Australia's original and best deep sea fishing charter service. We offer deep sea fishing charters ideal for the individual, groups (group discounts), corporate cruises, work outings and functions, social clubs and bucks nights.
Come aboard the "Juke" our 16m (48ft) vessel and fish for Dhufish, Snapper, Groper, Queen Snapper, Trevally, Samson Fish and many other species of reef fish in the deep offshore waters off Hillarys.
The waters off the Perth metropolitan coastline offers a combination of rich fishing grounds and delightful naturally sheltered island harbours, the perfect environment for a great day out. Our enthusiastic crew has a wealth of knowledge and experience to help make your fishing trip a great success.
We also offer Whale Watching and Rottnest Island Adventure Tours . Hire of the whole boat and night fishing also available. Charters can be tailored for individual needs eg. Sunset Coastal Tours, Swan River Cruises, Eco Tours and Surfing Charters.
All fishing charters include:
Bait and tackle
Boat rods and Alvey reels
Light BBQ lunch
Professional Service
Local knowledge
Toilet facilities
Free Pick up and return for group bookings!!For More information visit their site here