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  Marlin and Sailfish are targeted using the bait
and switch technique, giving the angler the best opportunity to make an easy cast to a
fish that is eager to bite. 12 to 14 wgt rods and quality large capacity reels are
favoured, although lighter or heavier tackle may be used depending on the size of the
fish, and the anglers skill. Dual hook Flashy Profile flies, large multi hackled poppers,
and tube flies are all effective.
 Other BLUEWATER species that can provide great fly fishing
include Spanish (King) Mackerel, Cobia, Yellowfin Tuna, Longtail (Bluefin) Tuna and Mackerel Tuna (False Albacore). These
pelagics can at times be approached as they herd baitfish to the surface and attack,
offering exciting visual flyfishing action. Locating schools of predators electronically
then burleying (chumming) with live or cut bait produces consistent results. Flies that
imitate the baitfish or chum are cast off intermediate or fast sinking lines into the bait
trail attracting the attention of switched on predators. 9 to 12 wgt rods with large
capacity reels are standard, however some anglers like the challenge of ultra light rods
(2 to 6 wgt), quality reels with plenty of backing are essential, definitely no place for
Trout reels.
 INSHORE
& ESTUARY habitats
provide a diverse crossover of species. The headlands, reefs, beaches and flats can host
schools of feeding Mackerel, and Tuna, however the real line burners of this region are
the Trevally (Golden & Great), and the acrobatic Queenfish. From the mouth of the RIVERS to the brackish and fresh water reaches, the
mighty Barramundi and tackle testing Mangrove Jack (Snapper) are the flyfishers prizes. 8
to 10 wgt outfits matched with intermediate and sink tip lines are ideal for inshore,
estuary and river flyfishing. Most of the regions talented guides have developed specify FLY PATTERNS to suit the local species and fishing methods.
Productive flies
include Clouser’s Deep Minnows, Lefty’s Deceivers, Dahlber Divers, Pink Things,
and Flash 3D flies. Guides have particular colour preferences according to prevailing
local conditions. Flies for Barra and Jacks are often tied with mono loop or wire snag
guards, so that they may be fished through the heavy cover that these masters of ambush
inhabit.
 Scenic FRESHWATER streams of the rainforest, are home to shy
Jungle Perch, Sooty Grunter, Small Tarpon, and Juvenile Barramundi. The challenge of stealth and
presentation are equal to those of trout fishing, using the same light outfits. Small
poppers, Crazy Charlies, Zonkers, and even numphs and dry flies can be effective.
 
If you need assistance to organise your
charter and other holiday requirements to make the most of your fishing experience in Far
North Queensland, we are here to help!
Simply contact us with your enquiry.
© Flies featured in this section are tied and
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