The Reel Thing Charters – St Kilda

It’s time to have the adventure of a lifetime and join The Reel Thing Charters for an awesome trip out on the water. Captain Mark Ratchford has decades of experience and is the only captain to have fished the entire Australian coast in a 5-month journey. You know you’ll be in capable hands with him.

Step on board his 28’ Axium, recently restored in 2018, which is ready and raring to go. This great vessel can comfortably fit groups of 8 people. Whether you are celebrating one of life’s milestones, having a big family vacation, or a work team building, this is the perfect boat for you.

With twin 175 HP Mercury engines on board and full navigational equipment, you are sure to be on the fish before you know it. The fishfinder, paired with Capt. Mark’s extensive knowledge of the area, will give you the best chance to catch your dream fish.

Species available are huge and include Australian Salmon, Snapper, Flathead, Snoek, Rock Cod, and Gummy Sharks. Whether this is your first fishing trip or your hundredth, you are sure to have a blast during your trip.

You’ll have the opportunity to try a variety of techniques – let the captain know what you would like to do, and, depending on the season and which species you wish to target, he’ll advise accordingly.

Children are welcome on board – they are sure to have some incredible stories after the trip to tell all their friends back at school.

Included in the price are all rods and reels that you’ll need for the trip. You are welcome to bring along your own refreshments on the day. Alcohol is allowed in moderation but strictly no hard spirits or glass bottles.

Contact the captain for trip policies. Notify in advance if you have a medical condition. Note that the departure time and place depend on the weather and they can be changed.

There is no better time to book – join the crew of The Reel Thing Charters on the water today for an unforgettable fishing trip.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Viaje Privado
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    Cancelación GRATIS 14 días de aviso
    5 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 5:00 AM
    US $1,267
    Private charters run from 5 am and are great for work breakups and groups of up to 10 people. Departing from St Kilda. Fishing for Snapper, Flathead, Pinkies, Snoek, Salmon, Rock Cod and Gummy Sharks. All rods and reels are provided on board. You are welcome to bring your own refreshments. Departure time depends on the weather.
  • Viaje Privado
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    Cancelación GRATIS 14 días de aviso
    5 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 3:00 PM
    US $1,267
    This 5 hour trip is great for groups of people, to target Snoek, Snapper, Salmon, Flathead, Pinkies, Rock Cod, and Gummy Sharks. Rods and reels for the day will be supplied. Feel free to bring along your own refreshments. Departure time depends on the weather.
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FAQs about The Reel Thing Charters – St Kilda

The Reel Thing Charters – St Kilda offers the following trips to customers:
  • AU $1,980 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (5 hours)
  • AU $1,980 per group - Half Day Trip (PM) (5 hours)

When you book a trip with The Reel Thing Charters – St Kilda, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Baño Porta potty in cabin with curtain
  • GPS Garmin & Lowrance
  • Localizador de peces Garmin & Lowrance
  • Nevera para la pesca
  • Radio
  • Sonar Garmin

Trips booked with The Reel Thing Charters – St Kilda include:
  • Cañas, carretes y equipo
  • Señuelos
  • Marinero

The Reel Thing Charters – St Kilda offers the following types of fishing:
  • Pesca de Orilla (Port Phillip Bay, Victoria)
  • Pesca Cerca de la Costa (Port Phillip Bay, Victoria)

The Reel Thing Charters – St Kilda offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Equipo Ligero
  • Equipo Pesado
  • Pesca de Fondo/ Bottom Fishing
  • Troleo
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift Fishing
  • Línea de Mano
  • Pesca de Mar Profundo

Top targeted fish species with The Reel Thing Charters – St Kilda include:
  • Cod (Breaksea)
  • Flathead
  • King George Whiting
  • Salmon (Australian)
  • Shark (Gummy)
  • Snapper (Pink)
  • Snoek

Sobre el Captain

Mark Ratchford
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Reportes de Pesca
146 Opiniones de los clientes
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Miembro desde Septiembre 2015
Captain Mark has been involved in the fishing industry for over 20 years. He is the only person to have fished the whole Australian coast in one trip – this was a 5-month epic journey catching more species then he can remember. He has stories about catching fish from every state in Australia that he is happy to share with you. He is an able fisherman and skipper who can put his clients on Squid or offshore species such as Mako Shark and Bluefin Tuna. Mark and his friendly staff will be more than happy to accommodate you.

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Especies de Interés

Cod (Breaksea) Breaksea Cod
Flathead Flathead
King George Whiting King George Whiting
Salmon (Australian) Australian Salmon

Especificaciones del barco

Axium (Pilothouse) construido en 1995, y restaurado en 2018. Impulsado por 2 175HP Mercury motores, con una velocidad máxima de crucero de 28 nudos.

Longitud
28 ft
Capacidad
8 personas

Tipos de Pesca

Pesca de Orilla
Port Phillip Bay, Victoria
Pesca Cerca de la Costa
Port Phillip Bay, Victoria

Técnicas de Pesca

Equipo Ligero
Equipo Pesado
Pesca de Fondo/ Bottom Fishing
Troleo
Jigging
Popping
Drift Fishing
Línea de Mano
Pesca de Mar Profundo

Servicios

Baño
Porta potty in cabin with curtain
GPS
Garmin & Lowrance
Localizador de peces
Garmin & Lowrance
Nevera para la pesca
Radio
Sonar
Garmin

El Viaje Incluye

Cañas, carretes y equipo
Señuelos
Marinero

Política de Cancelación

Cancelación gratis hasta 14 días antes del viaje

Los clientes pueden cancelar o modificar su reserva hasta 14 días antes de la fecha del viaje sin cargo. Si el viaje se cancela o modifica después, o en caso de no presentarse, se cobrará el 100% del depósito.

Políticas

Traslado no incluído
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Se permiten niños
No Fumar
Allowed only in specified area
Te quedas con la pesca
Se permite captura y liberación
Acceso para discapacitados

Pago

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

Cuando el capitán confirme tu viaje, FishingBooker cargará a su tarjeta de crédito un depósito del 10% para garantizar la reserva.

El saldo restante se pagará directamente al operador del charter en la fecha del viaje o antes en uno de los siguientes métodos de pago:

Efectivo
Visa
Mastercard
Transferencia Bancaria
Al pagar el saldo restante con tarjeta de crédito, habrá un cargo adicional del 2.5%

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Opiniones de los clientes

Calificación general
Excellent
5.0 / 5
de 5 estrellas de 16 reseñas
Barco
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Tripulación
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Buena experiencia
100%
Capitán amigable
100%
Recomienda este charter
94%
Apto para niños
100%
Satisfecho con el barco
100%
Atrapé lo que quería
79%
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Fishing with Mark

VERIFICADO   Half Day Trip (PM) on Marzo 16, 2024
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Aayden M.
Melbourne, Victoria
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Looked after like royalty

VERIFICADO   Half Day Trip (AM) on Febrero 25, 2023
The crew went beyond to make sure fish were caught, and that everyone got a chance to experience what we were after. Easy people...
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Zac L.
Brisbane, Queensland
Excellent
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Experiencia:
Excellent
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Barco
Excellent
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Tripulación
Excellent
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Half day trip with mark and Shaun

VERIFICADO   Half Day Trip (PM) on Diciembre 4, 2021
Had a great day fishing captain mark and Shaun they were great company and happy to help with anything. Always moving to keep...
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Michael S.
Black Rock, VIC
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Experiencia:
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Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Tripulación
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half Day with Mark and Sean 👍👍👍👍👍

VERIFICADO   Half Day Trip (PM) on Enero 8, 2021
Great day with the kids hooking fish all day. The crew were great with the kids teaching and assisting with our catch. We love...
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Matthew B.
Melbourne, Victoria
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Fishing with Mark

VERIFICADO   Half Day Trip (PM) on Diciembre 22, 2022
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