Thursday, July 22, 2010

Places To Rely On While Fishing Round Northern Australia

Fishos from around the world love fishing in the northern parts of Australia and the place entertains fishermen from around the world. As the place attracts outsiders, thus accommodation is likely to be an issue here. But angler will be happy to that there are a variety of accommodation options available even in remote areas of Northern Australia. Travel Australia as it’s a fisherman's paradise and you’ll be happy to know that there are an abundance of lodges. These can smartly house a keen fisherman with many offering other activities if the fish aren't biting. Some of theses are discussed bellow:

Bullo River

Bullo River Station is located 800 kilometers south west of Darwin. This station is regarded as the first and foremost active cattle station for fishermen. Bullo River station attracts keen fishers as well as new fishing enthusiasts. The Bullo River itself runs through the property and has been known to yield mighty Barramundi up to 20 kilograms in weight. The river is flooded with wealth like Fin Salmon, Jew Fish and Mangrove Jack. The accommodation package that the place offers includes all fishing equipment and guides and for an additional cost guests have the opportunity to go heli-fishing to the more remote locations.

The spot also offers additional activities at the station including cattle mustering, horse riding, helicopter tours and Aboriginal rock art viewing. The guests rooms are just off the main homestead. And these come in twin/double share pattern and are truly luxurious considering the remoteness of the property. Each room has its own ensuite and air conditioning and the package start at $3,820.00 per person for two nights, including transfers expenses Darwin.  Moreover, longer stays including transfer expenses to Kununurra are also available.

Cape Don Lodge          

Cape Don Lodge is located on the Cobourg Peninsula, 300 kilometers east to Darwin. Cape Don boasts over 250 different species of fish in the nearby waters. Guests can fish for barramundi, mackerel and marlin and Northern Blue Tuna to their heart's content during their stay at the lodge. Accommodation at Cape Don in located within the old lighthouse keepers quarters, build in 1916 and since fully renovated.

Limited to only a dozen guests spread over five bedrooms, Cape Cod assures a personal experience. It features generous lounge and dining rooms, as well as a games room and spa to keep guests amused whilst not fishing. Cape Don Lodge offers 3, 4 and 7 day packages starting at $2,676 per person quad share. Prices include return airfares from Darwin, all meals, accommodation, all entry permits, guided fishing and wildlife tours, boats and fishing tackle.

Faraway Bay

Located in the remote Kimberly's in northern Western Australia, Faraway Bay lives us to its name. The stunning surrounding landscapes may seem familiar for a good reason: they featured in the film Australia. Fishermen are spoilt for choice with reef, bottom, bait-casting, ocean sport and estuary fishing. Other activities including viewing the Aboriginal rock art, star gazing and bird watching.

With only 12 cabins it assures it guests the utmost privacy and a tranquil experience. Whilst the cabins are not equipped with air conditioning and other modern luxuries they are neat and perfectly adequate with private outdoor showers affording the best views for kilometers around. Faraway Bay also offers a range of cooking classes including a bush tucker school through out the year. Faraway bay's 3 day package starts at $3,460 per person twin share including transfers ex Kununurra, meals, accommodation and most activities.


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