Northern Territory

The Ultimate Barramundi Fishing Adventure

Experience the untouched floodplains of the Anson Bay Coastal Creeks for trophy Barramundi.

Season March - May
Duration 3 days / 2 nights
Max Guests 4
Difficulty All_levels
Price $$$$
Target Species Barramundi

Overview

The Ultimate Barramundi Fishing Adventure takes you deep into the Northern Territoryu0027s untouched floodplains to target Australiau0027s most iconic sportfish. This is Barramundi fishing at its absolute finest — remote, wild, and teeming with fish.

Access the pristine Anson Bay coastal creek systems that are simply inaccessible to most anglers. These waters support some of the healthiest Barramundi populations in Australia, with trophy fish a genuine possibility on every session.

With expert guides who have dedicated their lives to understanding these complex tidal systems, youu0027ll learn techniques and access spots that transform a good fishing trip into an extraordinary one.

Package Details

What's Included

  • 2 nights at Daly River Barra Resort
  • 2 full days helifishing in Bell 407 helicopter
  • All fishing equipment, guide, and pilot
  • Helicopter on standby for Day 2
  • 1 full day boat charter with guides
  • Lunch and water on all charters
  • All fishing and park entry permits
  • All meals and water outside charters

Additional Costs

  • Flights to Darwin
  • Alcoholic beverages (BYO — lodge does not sell or store alcohol)
  • Travel insurance

Accommodation

Daly River Barra Resort

Self-contained cabins with double bed, single bunks, and pull-out double sofa. Twin share basis (individual rooms available at additional fee). Located on the Daly River, a renowned Barramundi fishing destination.

Vessel

Bell 407 Helicopter & Custom Fishing Boat

Helicopter
Bell 407
Boat Length
7 metres
Electronics
Colour sounder, GPS
Safety
Satellite phone, full safety equipment

Helifishing conducted in a Bell 407 helicopter providing access to remote locations across the Anson Bay coastal creek system. Boat charters use a custom-built 7m fishing vessel equipped with colour sounder, GPS, satellite phone, and full safety equipment.

Fishing & Species

The Anson Bay Coastal Creek system includes over 2,600 square kilometres of floodplains around Anson Bay and the lower stretches of the Daly, Reynolds, and Docherty Rivers, approximately 120km southwest of Darwin.

Target species include Barramundi (primary), Mangrove Jack, Golden Trevally, Threadfin Salmon, Golden Snapper, Queenfish, and Catfish. The run-off period from March to May is when Barramundi are most active and the fishing is at its peak.

Getting There

Departs from Darwin Airport. Darwin is accessible from select international locations and most major Australian cities via Qantas, Virgin Australia, and Jetstar. Transfer to the Daly River region is included.

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