I thought some of the members may be interested in an upcoming trip I'm going on in November. I've done four of these trips previously, and it is truly mind blowing.
Normally, it's nearly immpossible to get on one of these trips, as it's are such good value they're booked out well in advance., but there are currently 5 spots still available.
There are a chain of reefs located off the Australian/Queensland Coast known as the Coral Sea Island Territories. This chain of reefs is one of the most remote and inaccessible systems of reefs in the world. Of the 16 reefs in the system, the closest to land is 180nm, the furtherest out is 380nm.
A truly wild place, one of the last frontiers for hardcore sportfishing on earth.
Multiple hook-ups on tackle destroying gamefish are common, as are incredible wipeouts that will leave you stunned.
24-37kg stand up, popping and jigging gear is normal, with 15kg outfits being very sporting. The fish here either get big or get eaten.
Species targeted at reefs such as Saumarez, Wreck, Kenn and Fredericks include Black and Blue Marlin, Sailfish,Yellowfin Tuna, Dogtooth Tuna, Giant Trevally, Wahoo, Mahi Mahi, Jobfish, Huge Oceanic Coral Trout, Big Red Bass and many more.

The Mothership
KANIMBLA is a 25m/82ft Aluminium ship whose catamaran design provides maximum stability at sea. Her wide beam and 3 levels afford a spacious living area and plenty of deck space for fishing and diving activities.
All living areas are fully air-conditioned.
Dine and relax in our Saloon which is equipped with TV, DVD, Video and Sound System.

To further enhance your fishing experience we carry a fleet of 6 Webster Twin Fisher dinghies which allow you to access reef environments.
The Twin Fishers are also of a catamaran design offering space and stability. Each boat has a 25hp outboard, depth sounder, safety gear and a UHF radio

This trip really aimed at anglers who have a relatively high level of experience. Whilst the crew are fantastic and very professional, the focus is on the clients using their own skill to get onto the fish. The websters are self driven, and you get to troll, jig, spearfish...pretty much where ever you like. Frankly speaking, it's pretty hard to miss out in a place that, and following basic bluewater fishing techniques will get you stretched. This trip is planned as a reef duo visiting Saumarez and Fredericks reefs over 10 days...with the option of fishing the infamous Calder Bank(a 40m deep sea mount rising out of over 2000m)......There are so many options available. One minute you can be throwing poppers around coral flats at huge GTs, and ten minutes later be jigging for dogtooth off the drop offs, then have an afternoon troll for marlin....
I'm currently building a giant tackle mound to sacrifice to my piscatorial challenges
bring it on........

10 day fully catered trip
18 October to 28 October 2008

Ex Gladstone/QLD Marina
Supply your own fishing gear
Aus$3040 per person, conditions apply
PM me if your keen