Arafura Bluewater Charters


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Arafura Bluewater Charters is a well established local company that has been operating in Darwin from Cullen Bay for over 12 years. We specialize in bluewater reef and game fishing charters, catering for local, interstate and international fishing enthusiasts on offshore fishing charters. Due to our commitment and excellent service a large proportion of our business is repeat business. We strive to deliver the fishing experience of a lifetime!

Our crew are local avid fishermen who are passionate about their work . They hold current Master 5 med 3, Master 5 med 2, coxswain and senior first aid certificates as per survey requirements. Over the past years all crew members have been awarded many super deed certificates of appreciation through Tourism Top End for their outstanding service and hospitality.

Our day tours are an exceptional opportunity to make the catch of a lifetime. Our experienced crew operates three fantastic and well equipped vessels the Tere Tiki, Wai Tui and our new addition Wai Adi.

Leave civilization behind as you head out for the deep water to relax, enjoy a fun trip with friends or even for corporate promotion or team building.
Arafura Bluewater Charters & Rates
1/2 Day (5 hour) Offshore Fishing Charters
Price $149pp child under 12 yrs $120

This price includes a 5 hour offshore reef and game fishing charter. Fishing 20 nautical miles offshore...departing Cullen Bay Ferry Terminal at approx 6am, 12pm and sunset/night charters 4.30pm.

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Full Day Offshore Bluewater Charter
Price $240pp

This price includes a full day reef and game fishing up to 40 nautical miles...departing Cullen Bay Ferry Terminal at 6am and returning 3.30pm.

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Extended Full Day Charter
Seats available 3rd May, 15th May, 5th June, 16th June
Other dates available on request

Price $350pp or $4500.00 full boat charter (maximum 14 persons)

This charter is an excellent opportunity for the extra keen fisho to fish areas usually only fished on overnight or extended charters. Fishing is excellent with the added addition of some nice red emperor, coral trout and other species to your catch. Price includes an extended day reef and game fishing Point Blaze , the Perron Islands and surrounding reefs….departing Cullen Bay Ferry Terminal at 6am and returning 8.30pm.

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Extended Charters

Seats available departing 6am 26th March and returning 3.30pm 28th March $1500 per person
1 Seat available departing 6am 9th May and returning 3.30pm 11th May 2010 $1500
Seats available departing 8pm 27/5/10 and returning 3.30pm 29/5/10 $1000 per person
Seats available departing 8pm 25th June and returning 3.30 27/6/10 $1000 per person
Seats available 3 day extended 5th, 6th & 7th July 2010. $1500 per person
Extended Charters
Price $500.00pp per day (maximum 8 persons)

Ultimate fishing charters. Fishing Marie Shoals, Moss Shoals, Evans Shoals, Flat Top Banks, Tiwi Islands & the Perron Islands, Cape Ford and surrounding reefs. Area's fished will depend on weather, and tides. All inclusive live aboard.

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Perron Islands 3 Day Fishing Adventure

Price $1500pp

Seats available departing 26th March and returning 28th March 2010
2 Seats available departing 8pm 31st March and returning 3.30pm 2nd April 2010
Seats available departing 8pm 20th April and returning 22nd april 2010
Seats available departing 8pm 25th June and returning 27/6/10 3.30pm $1000 per person
Seats available 5th, 6th & 7th July 2010. $1500 per person

(other dates available on request)

Day 1 - Depart Cullen Bay Ferry terminal at 6am aboard Wai Adi. Be greeted by Arafura Bluewater Charter's friendly crew. Today you will begin to experience some of Darwin's excellent fishing action from Point Blaze, and continuing down the coast fishing Perron Islands and surrounding reefs.

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Flat Top Banks 2 Day Extreme Fishing Adventure
Price $1000pp or sole boat charter $8000 (maximum 8 persons)

Dates available on request. Book now for 2010 & 2011!!

Flat Top Banks, the ultimate 2 day/2 night extreme fishing adventure. Depart in darkness at 8pm and enjoy a selection of fresh baked pizzas, a few drinks and be greeted by Arafura’s friendly crew. Then maybe get some shut eye as you head 100nm North West to the remote reefs at Flat Top Banks. Arrive at approx 1am dropping first baits as the sun rises.



Arafura Bluewater Charters


Stuart Highway, Pinelands Coolalinga Northern Territory 0835
✆ 08 8932 3006
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Specialist: Sea Fishing