Reef Runner Charters
Reef Runner Charters
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7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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FISH. DIVE. EXPLORE with REEF RUNNER CHARTERS. Cairns premier high-speed luxury charter vessel! We offer exciting HALF & FULL DAY PRIVATE CHARTERS for you and up to 7 of your mates from Cairns Marlin Marina to the nearby Great Barrier Reef Marine Park on our Kevlacat 3700 Flybridge Deluxe. Reef Fishing, Gamefishing, Sportfishing (Jigging & GT Popper Fishing) plus SCUBA and Snorkelling Tours. Morning tea + coffee, fresh fruit platter, buffet lunch, drinking water and all the necessary fishing & snorkeling equipment provided!
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
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andrew
10 contributions
Aug 2022
From booking stage to walking back off the dock with bags full of fish, This dedicated family will give you a charter like none other!!
The wweather was a bit so so, but this CAT Hull rounded up the other boats in the first 20mins that left the harbour and allowed us to go alot further than the common charter boats and have lines down ultra quick, The Twin Hull cut through the water like no other and is the only way we would fish the reef again. Not one person was ill and makes for a great family experience not only for fishing but snorkelling, and day tripping.
We have been on many of charters in the area across the past 5 years, But they area leaps and bounds infront of everyone on quality service and making sure the small things are included (even a wipe towel and water buckets for your hands)
Fantastic Breakfast, Lunch, Afternoon Tea with a great source of knowledge to share with us on species, growth rates and caring for the environment to make sure there is fish out there for everyone!!!
If your going to Cairns and love supporting local families that put everything into there company Reef Runner Charters is the one for you!!
The wweather was a bit so so, but this CAT Hull rounded up the other boats in the first 20mins that left the harbour and allowed us to go alot further than the common charter boats and have lines down ultra quick, The Twin Hull cut through the water like no other and is the only way we would fish the reef again. Not one person was ill and makes for a great family experience not only for fishing but snorkelling, and day tripping.
We have been on many of charters in the area across the past 5 years, But they area leaps and bounds infront of everyone on quality service and making sure the small things are included (even a wipe towel and water buckets for your hands)
Fantastic Breakfast, Lunch, Afternoon Tea with a great source of knowledge to share with us on species, growth rates and caring for the environment to make sure there is fish out there for everyone!!!
If your going to Cairns and love supporting local families that put everything into there company Reef Runner Charters is the one for you!!
Written 3 August 2022
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Peter D
1 contribution
Feb 2022
Just want to give a huge rap to the skipper & deckie for the charter I went on with 6 others on the 18-2-2022.
1) Reef Runner is a beautiful 30 ft cat & its quick so you get to the fishing grounds fast.
2) Skipper had a great knowledge of the area we were fishing.
3) If the fish weren't playing the game we quickly moved on to maximise our chances of catching fish.
4) All caught fish that we were keeping were killed humanely & quickly bled & gutted & into the esky.
5) The spread they lay on will never leave you hungry.
I've been on 3 charter's with Reef Runner now & they have always tried their best to produce the goods. I would highly recommend them to any visiting fisho to jump onboard & have a great day. I did
Pete Dupuy
1) Reef Runner is a beautiful 30 ft cat & its quick so you get to the fishing grounds fast.
2) Skipper had a great knowledge of the area we were fishing.
3) If the fish weren't playing the game we quickly moved on to maximise our chances of catching fish.
4) All caught fish that we were keeping were killed humanely & quickly bled & gutted & into the esky.
5) The spread they lay on will never leave you hungry.
I've been on 3 charter's with Reef Runner now & they have always tried their best to produce the goods. I would highly recommend them to any visiting fisho to jump onboard & have a great day. I did
Pete Dupuy
Written 23 February 2022
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nobreadalone
Sydney157 contributions
Apr 2022 • Friends
We had a fantastic time with Dan, Logan and Kale. Michaelmas cay where we stopped to snorkel was truly out of this world! Our novice fishing friend had an adrenalin pumping time as she reeled up fish, (more than an envious me). It was an amazing day! I would highly recommend this experience!
Written 27 April 2022
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Fatmein
31 contributions
Oct 2022 • Friends
Had a great Tour today with Captain Dan and Eddy! Fish were jumping on the hooks but when they stopped they’d move over to a new site and it would start again.
Great breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack too! Just a great day all round, really enjoyed it.
Thanks guys!
Great breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack too! Just a great day all round, really enjoyed it.
Thanks guys!
Written 14 October 2022
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Nunatsuak27
Happy Valley-Goose Bay, Canada235 contributions
July 2019
We booked a trip to the reef but when we got to the pier it was determined that it was too windy to go out. The guys suggested we head up river which we did. although we didn't get out on the reef we did some fun river fishing. Very friendly staff with lots of fun conversation about the area.
Written 4 April 2020
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RobertandChi
Boston, MA10 contributions
Jan 2020
We were lucky to be traveling on a cruise boat the beginning of the new year and wanted to dive when we reached Cairns. LUCKY, we found Reef Runner. With a short time window, the team was able to take us to outer reef, two tank dives with nice lunch, and then back before boat left.
From booking, to the vessel, to how Kelly and Dan run this is a family business makes this an amazing find.
From booking, to the vessel, to how Kelly and Dan run this is a family business makes this an amazing find.
Written 8 April 2020
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Thanks for an amazing Review :)
Written 5 August 2021
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Kirsty D
Cairns, Australia19 contributions
Dec 2019 • Family
Had an awesome day out and caught lots. Weather was great, a little rain but that didn’t stop the fun. Adult kids and teenagers loved it. Dan and Connor looked after us really well. Recommend!
Written 1 January 2020
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Tania N
Brisbane, Australia4 contributions
May 2024 • Family
Big shout out to Captain Dan and Deckhand Eddy. Both so knowledgeable of the waters and fish below. We had an awesome time recently doing the half day charter. Aside from it being a bit rough, we had great fishing. Plenty of bites kept things interesting too. Catering menu hit the spot - thanks to whoever organised that! Eddy did a brilliant job of filleting the Coral Trout caught - which was dinner that night. So good!!
Written 11 May 2024
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Vandana J
1 contribution
Dec 2020 • Friends
The scuba diving experience was my first time ever and being scared of sea seemed like I wouldn’t do it. However Kevin the instructor assisted and guided me into gaining the awesome experience watching the lovely fishes and the corals. Thanks Kevin :)
Written 31 December 2020
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Mark Lynam
7 contributions
Apr 2024 • Family
This was the highlight of our visit to Australia. Dan, our skipper, and Silas, were great fellas and couldn’t have been more helpful. The fishing was fantastic, and the kids loved it thanks to their great and patient advice. The snorkling on the GBR was incredible. Our youngest was very unsure but Dan helped sort him out and he was swimming around like a professional by the end. I’d strongly recommend Reef Runner Charters to anyone.
Written 7 April 2024
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Hi David,
We offer fully catered private charters aboard our vessel 'Reef Runner' for up to 8 passengers to the Great Barrier Reef.
Some activity options on the full day charter include: Reef Fishing, Snorkeling, SCUBA Diving, Gamefishing and Sportfishing.
Written 10 January 2020
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