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Fishing guides in Mackay & the Whitsundays

40 fishing listings for Mackay & the Whitsundays, Australia are below: 25 charters, 7 tackle shops, 5 guides, 2 booking agents and 1 lodge. Sheltered reef in the lee of the Whitsundays, and stocked barramundi dams inland. The main waters are Whitsunday Islands, Credlin Reef, Eungella Dam, Keswick Island, and the fish are Coral trout, Spanish mackerel, Barramundi, Black marlin. Of the 40 listed, 6 fish fly and 12 fish spin or bait; 8 work fresh water and 39 work salt. Spanish mackerel are best June to October and black marlin September to January; coral trout fish year-round. Every listing links straight to the operator's own website or contact, with no booking layer and no fee to browse. Seasons and conditions vary by water, so confirm timing with them directly.

Charters · 25Tackle shops · 7Guides · 5Booking agents · 2Lodge · 1Fly · 6Spin & bait · 12Freshwater · 8Saltwater · 39Trout & salmon · 2Australian natives · 3Barramundi & tropical · 26Reef · 34Pelagic & game · 36

The listings

40 listings

Justin Webber is a fly shop owner, guide and all-round fishy guy whose passion and expertise shine on every trip. Trained as an Orvis fly fishing instructor in his early 20s in the USA, he brings a wealth of knowledge, skill and professionalism to the water — and whether you're a seasoned angler or new to the sport, his patience, keen eye and deep understanding of fish behaviour make for an unforgettable day.

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Confirmed by the guide · August 2026
CharterFly, SpearfishingSaltBoat
Independent listing· not affiliated with Reachwater

Paul Dolan

Mackay Fly & Sportfishing
CharterFly, Spin & baitSalt & freshBoat
Independent listing· not affiliated with Reachwater
CharterSpin & baitSaltBoat
Independent listing· not affiliated with Reachwater

Jim Cole

Airlie Beach Fishing Adventures
CharterSaltBoat
Independent listing· not affiliated with Reachwater

Jason Kidd

Inshore Fishing Mackay
CharterSaltBoat
Independent listing· not affiliated with Reachwater
CharterSpin & bait, Spearfishing, DivingSaltBoat
Independent listing· not affiliated with Reachwater

Russell Hicks

Topnotch Game Fishing
CharterSpin & baitSaltBoat
Independent listing· not affiliated with Reachwater
Tackle shopSpin & baitSaltWalk & wade
Independent listing· not affiliated with Reachwater
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Common questions

How many fishing guides are there in Mackay & the Whitsundays?

Reachwater lists 40 fishing listings for Mackay & the Whitsundays: 25 charters, 7 tackle shops, 5 guides, 2 booking agents and 1 lodge. Each links directly to their own website or contact details.

Are all the fishing listings in Mackay & the Whitsundays guides?

No. Of the 40 listings in Mackay & the Whitsundays, the mix is 25 charters, 7 tackle shops, 5 guides, 2 booking agents and 1 lodge. Each listing is counted once, by what the business mainly sells, so these add up to 40. A tackle shop or a lodge can still run trips, and where we know that, it shows on the listing.

What fish can you catch in Mackay & the Whitsundays?

Guides in Mackay & the Whitsundays target Coral trout, Spanish mackerel, Barramundi, Black marlin.

What are the main fishing waters in Mackay & the Whitsundays?

The main waters guides fish in Mackay & the Whitsundays are Whitsunday Islands, Credlin Reef, Eungella Dam, Keswick Island.

When is the best time to fish in Mackay & the Whitsundays?

Spanish mackerel are best June to October and black marlin September to January; coral trout fish year-round. Conditions vary water to water, so confirm timing with the guide you book.

Do guides in Mackay & the Whitsundays fish fly, or spin and bait?

Both. Of the 40 listings in Mackay & the Whitsundays, 6 fish fly and 12 fish spin or bait, and 1 does both.

Is fishing in Mackay & the Whitsundays fresh water or salt?

Saltwater. Of the 40 listings in Mackay & the Whitsundays, 8 work fresh water and 39 work salt, and 7 work both.

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