STAY ON THE REEF
in Luxury and Style
Motherships and Luxury Yachts
Using a luxurious mothership and a modern sportsfishing vessel allows the dedicated Big Game Fishermen and their partners a high level of comfort and luxury, with the added bonus of being situated in the heart of your fishing playground.
No more long hours steaming to your favourite fishing hot spot. Whilst anchored on the lee side of the Great Barrier Reef you can look out over the indigo blue fishing waters of the Coral Sea, whilst enjoying your leisurely breakfast on the back deck of your exclusive mothership. After a long day fishing on the water, you will return for your favourite cocktail, a fantastic meal and a stable night’s sleep, then, you will again be ready for the next day’s action. This style of fishing expedition allows the avid angler the freedom to roam the 150 nautical miles expanse of reef system where the continental shelf abuts the outer Barrier reefs from Cairns to Lizard Island. This is the ultimate game fishing experience and is available for those purist big fish anglers, and is the best way to enjoy your “trip of a lifetime”.
Segara
SEGARA is a luxurious 27-metre (85-foot) expedition yacht, expertly crafted by Shoreline Marine and refurbished in 2022. Designed for both comfort and adventure, she features state-of-the-art Humphree zero-speed fin stabilisers for a smooth ride. SEGARA accommodates up to eight liveaboard guests across four elegantly appointed staterooms, including an on-deck king master suite, a queen VIP, and two additional queen staterooms—all with private ensuites.
On board, guests can enjoy three dining areas, an alfresco cockpit with twin dining tables, and an elevated entertainment deck with a shade sail. The professional crew—including a captain, deckhand/stew and private chef—ensures a five-star experience, catering to every need. With its premium service, luxury amenities, and custom itineraries, SEGARA offers a seamless blend of relaxation and exploration, making her an exceptional choice for extended charters.
Phoenix 1
Is a 35 metre (114 foot) luxury vessel which was designed by famed Italian firm Benetti and built by Lloyd Ships the vessel. She was refurbished in 2020 with an updated modern design, is very spacious and can accommodate up to 8 guests in two VIP staterooms, a spacious double and twin cabin – all with ensuites.
PHOENIX ONE has a cruising speed of 12 knots and range of 1700 nautical miles. The 3 deck levels offers plenty of room with a large open top deck with heated spa and entertainment area, perfect for Alfresco dining. The 5 star service and congeniality provided by the crew is second to none and will ensure your experience on board will be one to be remembered.
Atlantic Princess
MV Atlantic Princess is a 28.5m (93 foot) luxury yacht which has recently undergone a full refurbishment. She is very well appointed with everything you need and sleeps 6 guests in air conditioned comfort in one queen stateroom and 2 x 2 single cabins. She is fully equipped for live aboard charters customized to suit your wishes.
MV Atlantic Princess is the perfect platform for your next fishing or cruising adventure.
THE TRIP OF A LIFETIME
with Australian Fishing Expeditions
Sportsfishing Boats
Since the 1960’s when Captain George Bransford had the first purposed built gameboat, “Seababy 1”, constructed for the offshore waters off Cairns, this tradition has continued.
Today we have variety of modern sportfishing boats, designed and powered to manoeuvre on big billfish and crewed by experienced and dedicated, professional Captains and crews. From no nonsense fishing machines to luxurious custom built liveaboard boats, we can offer you a charter to suit your requirements. The vessels below are just some of the quality boats we recommend and available through Australian Fishing Expeditions.
Calypso
“Calypso” is a purpose built sports fishing vessel, built tough for the rugged Australian conditions. She is 14.3 metres (47ft) long and powered by twin Cummins QSM11 Diesel’s. Fully air conditioned with all the modern conveniences and the latest electronics. Recently fitted with Gyro stabilizers, for your extreme comfort.
Captain Tim Dean and his Crew have a wealth of knowledge from years of experience in the fishing industry, not only will you catch plenty of fish, you will also be looked after by the best.
Black, Blue and Striped marlin fishing, big game fly fishing, sportsfishing between Port Stephens New South Wales just North of Sydney and Cairns / Lizard Island on the Great Barrier Reef. Captain Tim Dean and his crew on the “Calypso” are world leaders in all marlin fishing and spearfishing for marlin adventures. Deep sea fishing can be arranged on request for Nelson Bay and on the Great Barrier Reef.
Bounty Hunter
“Bounty Hunter ” is a 13 metre, (43 foot) O’Brien sportsfisherman, built to exacting standards to fish the waters of the Great Barrier Reef for Black Marlin. She is powered by twin Yanmar diesels and is fitted out with an array of the latest electronics and navigational equipment that gives a distinct advantage to the angler and crew. Fully air-conditioned, this vessel was designed with the anglers comfort in mind.
Captain Dean Ford is one of Australia;’s proven leading marlin and sportfishing captains providing professional game fishing charters from Cairns with consistent results for anglers all over the world. He uses all the highest standard tackle including custom built Jack Erskine rods and Penn international reels. Dean is the saltwater light tackle and fly fishing expert.
Gorilla
At 14.5 metres (47 foot) and powered by twin 710 HP Caterpillar engines, “Gorilla” was purpose designed to fish the the Great Barrier Reef grounds like no other. She provides a standard of luxury accommodation commensurate with her sports fishing prowess. She boast state of the art navigation and communication systems.
Captained by some of the most experienced and professional Captains and crew on the Great Barrier Reef. Even sometimes by Captain Laurie Wright by request.