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This is the best TOP END fishing in Australia!

Melville Island is about a 30 minute flight from Darwin. The lodge has private access to over 4,200 square kilometers of rivers, reefs, plains and scrub, guaranteeing you a very unique fishing experience in this untamed wilderness.

Due to the remoteness and lease requirements of Melville, very few people get to explore her hidden secrets, and the wildlife on the Island is truly “wild”, both in and out of the water.

Fishing

Melville Island Lodge ensures top quality service from a team of experienced staff and manages the a very successful “catch and release” policy except for table fish kept for each nights meal, ensuring ever angler a top shot at the 32 potential species to be taken on fly, bait, spin and trolling gear. Expect to fish all terrains including estuary, river/creek, blue water and reef.

Target species include: Barramundi, Mangrove Jack, Threadfin Salmon, Queenfish, Giant Trevally, Mackerel, Jewfish, Golden Snapper etc…

Melville Island guided fishing tours near Darwin Northern Territory

Melville Island guided fishing tours near Darwin Northern Territory

• Largest Barramundi 1.2 meters
• Largest Jewfish 24 kilos
• Largest Mackerel 24 kilos
• Largest Golden Snapper 12 kilos

All these fish can be caught only 20 minutes from both lodges and the best time to fish is April to June, and September to December.

The boats in use are the very best in the Top End, all in NT Coastal Waters 2D Survey, 6.6m in length, 140 hp Suzuki 4 stroke outboard motors, are carpeted, have eskies and swivel seats. Lunch is provided on boat each day including sandwiches, soft drinks, 15 litres water, and fruit. Satellite phones are also positioned in all cars and boats.

Anglers have the option of 2 or 3 per boat, depending on their package.

Northern Territory Melville Island Lodge Barramundi fishing Queenfish Mackerel and more

Northern Territory Melville Island Lodge Barramundi fishing Queenfish Mackerel and more

Accommodation

There are two accommodation options on Melville:

The main lodge is at Snake Bay and is quite simply the best fishing accommodation in Australia. The lodge was completely refurbished in 2007 and has 8 air-conditioned twin/triple share cabins, fitted with all amenities, a huge dining and bar area set on a deck over looking Snake Bay, and a lawn area for your casting practice.

Melville Island lodge is located on the edge of Milikapiti community which has a population of approximately 450 people.

Melville Island Lodge near Darwin Northern Territory Australia

Melville Island Lodge near Darwin Northern Territory Australia

The inland Camp at Johnston River is also air-conditioned and has very comfortable twin and triple share rooms, with hot/cold water powered by a generator.

Food is prepared by a professional chef who caters to all tastes, from fresh fish, to steaks and pastas. It is not uncommon for Buffalo to walk through the camp of an evening and the bush camp is the ultimate “wilderness” experience.

Prices and packages

Fishing packages can be arranged on request for 2 – 8 day trips, 16 guests at Snake Bay and 9 at the Bush camp.

Pricing Information

For prices and quotes regarding this tour please contact the Fish About Tours office:

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Sydney Office: + 61 2 8922 2651
Suite 223, Lifestyle Working, 117 Old Pittwater Rd,
Brookvale NSW 2100

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