Port Douglas Boat Hire
Port Douglas Boat Hire
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8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Monday
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Sunday
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
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Stable pontoon boats ideal for sightseeing and fishing. Operating since 1989 explore 15kms of Port Douglas Inlet at your leisure. One of Port’s original and best value activities. No experience is required to drive the boats that take up to six people. A simple to follow map is provided as well as instructions on where you may catch a fish or perhaps see a sunbaking crocodile
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Jim W
Harrington, Australia3 contributions
Sep. 2023 • Couples
Excellent morning spent on the calm waters behind port douglas...very enjoyable and even a bit of croc spotting
Written 13 October 2023
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Marc S
4 contributions
Aug. 2023 • Couples
If you want to see the Port Douglas water ways at your own leisure, this is a must. We took a 4 hour adventure which included us seeing Crocodiles and catching a few fish. Sue was very helpful and the cost is very affordable.
Written 31 August 2023
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bluenose2546
Dalmeny, Australia8 contributions
Jun. 2023 • Couples
Great 4 hours cruising up the river. Lots of bird life, crocs and fun fishing. After an expert and super friendly pre-chat with Sue, we were sent on our way…and a great time was had by all. Highly recommended.
Written 26 June 2023
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slYer Production
3 contributions
Oct. 2022 • Couples
Iain was very helpful, clear with the do’s and don’ts.
If you have a couple of hours to spare this is a must do even if you don’t want to fish..
If you have a couple of hours to spare this is a must do even if you don’t want to fish..
Written 2 November 2022
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Douglas F
1 contribution
Oct. 2022
We had a great time meandering up and down the water inlets of Port Douglas. Sue at the boat hire office was an absolute star and very welcoming. The boat was all ready to go when we arrived, including fishing rods and bait and esky with ice. The whole family had a fabulous time and we even saw a crocodile in the mangroves. A highlight of our visit to Port Douglas.
Written 8 October 2022
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Lesley F
Melbourne, Australia32 contributions
Sep. 2022 • Couples
Husband and I had a great experience. Met by Sue at the Port Douglas jetty, having booked the boat over the phone with Ian. These two people were very kind and attentive. We hired the boat and fishing equipment (including bait) and we were able to buy insect repellent (which is a must) and cold drinks etc… but we were warned by Ian so we brought these with us. Both the boat and equipment were clean and in good working order.
Sue gave us a thorough briefing and instructions… we had no doubts and left with confidence.
Took all advice offered and had a beautiful glorious slow putter along gazing at all the beautiful boats (small ships) on our way down the river to the secret fishing hole, which is actually the smaller arm of the river near the golf course (don’t tell anyone, it’s a secret!)
We planned to try our luck there and then motor back trying other locals on the way… well after we hooked and then released our first 10 in minutes we decided to stay there. After hours of competition, my husband won… but I did catch the biggest barramundi.
Needed to keep reapplying the insect repellent (tropical strength) and I still came away with small insect bites, which were gone the next day. The fishing was so good, we didńt get time to drink and eat any of our supplies. I highly recommend this activity, especially if you like to try something a little hands on and away from the crowds. Glorious location, views and all round good time, especially when you catch the biggest fish!
PS you need a minimum 4 hours as time flies… so don’t cut yourself short, especially when the fish are biting….
Sue gave us a thorough briefing and instructions… we had no doubts and left with confidence.
Took all advice offered and had a beautiful glorious slow putter along gazing at all the beautiful boats (small ships) on our way down the river to the secret fishing hole, which is actually the smaller arm of the river near the golf course (don’t tell anyone, it’s a secret!)
We planned to try our luck there and then motor back trying other locals on the way… well after we hooked and then released our first 10 in minutes we decided to stay there. After hours of competition, my husband won… but I did catch the biggest barramundi.
Needed to keep reapplying the insect repellent (tropical strength) and I still came away with small insect bites, which were gone the next day. The fishing was so good, we didńt get time to drink and eat any of our supplies. I highly recommend this activity, especially if you like to try something a little hands on and away from the crowds. Glorious location, views and all round good time, especially when you catch the biggest fish!
PS you need a minimum 4 hours as time flies… so don’t cut yourself short, especially when the fish are biting….
Written 9 September 2022
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I_over_P
Munich, Germany134 contributions
Aug. 2022 • Family
We didn’t see any crocs but this was still a relaxing and fun activity. Sue was really lovely and explained everything we needed to know well. This is not the most thrilling boat ride but rather a very calm and chilled way to explore the mangrove inlet. We decided to take this tour in between two days out on the reef and spent the afternoon after the boat ride strolling through port Douglas. A great day!
Written 24 August 2022
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Traveller
Sydney299 contributions
Jul. 2022 • Friends
Thoroughly enjoyed our two hour slow meander on the estuary. No crocodiles spotted but we did land a few fish. Good fun and easy to drive even in low tide. Sue was super friendly and efficient and gave us good instructions on how to navigate and use the boat. Definitely recommend.
Written 30 July 2022
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DML
Hallett Cove, Australia1,533 contributions
Jul. 2022
Having seen the boats when out on a cruise at the start of our hols, we booked a pontoon boat for a couple of hours on the last day of our hols. Very relaxed operation and great value for money. No boat licence required (although my son and I both have one). Easy to operate boats with 9.9hp engines. Lots of add ons available including fishing gear, crab traps, bait, drinks etc. We were fishing in the estuary that morning so we just went for a family cruise and to look for crocs. Thankfully the tide was out and we saw a couple as well as plenty of bird life. The boats are only allowed to meander up the estuary and care has to be taken at low tide. Plenty of info given at the briefing and they have an app for recording croc sightings. If you are going fishing, be prepared for sand fly bites. Wear long sleeved clothes and long trousers and bring repellant! We thoroughly enjoyed our couple of hours on the water and it was great to see more crocs up close.
Written 17 July 2022
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Dan K
30 contributions
Jan. 2022 • Friends
Really cool experience to see some beautiful crocodile country and very good customer service. Highly recommend checking this out when in Port Douglas.
When we arrived without a booking they were very accommodating and generous with their time with us
When we arrived without a booking they were very accommodating and generous with their time with us
Written 23 January 2022
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Susanna525
Hong Kong, China4 contributions
Do you operate at Christmas?
We are group of 11 with kids, seniors and teenagers.
Sue R
Port Douglas, Australia9 contributions
Sorry ..just saw this
We operate 364 days of the year..but not Christmas Day.