The southern beginning of the Great Barrier Reef and significant coral growth areas extend the fish range to include most tropical species such as Coral Trout, Red Emperor, and Barramundi. Take a stroll down to any Hervey Bay sandy beach, wade in a little past your ankles, and cast out with a light line. Hire a tinnie. Small aluminium boats are available with shade top and 6hp outboard to enable you to reach slightly deeper waters where Flathead, Bream, Mackerel, and Trevally will generally provide a few exciting moments. Take a fishing trip on one of the professional fishing vessels.
Vessels have all inclusive meals, and some are licenced.
Game fishing trips are also available in this area. The catches are excellent, and prices are still much cheaper than those you will encounter at the high profile destinations. Hervey Bay is not well known for its dives, but many reef outcrops occur here, and the Great Barrier Reef starts just north of Fraser Island. Lady Elliot and Lady Musgrave Islands boast magnificent coral cays, jewel-bright Starfish, Sea Urchins, Clams, graceful Manta Rays, and all kinds of tropical fish just waiting to impress the diver. All rights reserved.