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Spend a full nine hours from Sydney Harbour chasing giant reef species—Blue Eyed Cod, Groper, Hapuka and Gemfish—on a guided offshore charter. Learn local techniques from an experienced crew and return with stories, skills, and possibly a trophy catch.
Spend a full nine hours from Sydney Harbour chasing giant reef species—Blue Eyed Cod, Groper, Hapuka and Gemfish—on a guided offshore charter. Learn local techniques from an experienced crew and return with stories, skills, and possibly a trophy catch.
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Operated by Fishfinder Fishing Charters Sydney · Kingsgrove, New South Wales
Blue Eyed Cod Deep Fishing launches from Sydney Harbour, New South Wales, Australia, on a full-day 9-hour offshore fishing trip that pushes out to reefs and shelf edges where giant cod, groper and gemfish roam. Operated by Find Fish Fast and run through Fishfinder Fishing Charters, this trip leaves from a selectable wharf in the harbour — you can select which wharf is best to meet within your booking. Please arrive 15 minutes before departure time! On board a stable, purpose-fit boat with a ten-person maximum, you'll head up to 60 kilometres offshore chasing deep-water species: Blue Eyed Cod, Bass, Groper, Hapuka and Gemfish. The day is equal parts patient technique and sudden, violent action as heavy fish take bottom-bouncing rigs or vertical baits. The primary landscape is open ocean punctuated by reef pinnacles and the continental shelf drop; expect seawater that changes from green near the heads to deep blue at the ridges. Bird life — shearwaters and gannets — often give away schools; dolphins sometimes intercept lines. This is a hands-on day made for anglers who want to fight large reef species and bring home a table-ready catch. The crew focuses on finding structure and reading current, alternating drift and anchored drops depending on conditions. Rigs, guidance, and local knowledge are included; you'll learn to feel the bottom, set hooks for heavy slow fish, and handle big fish alongside an experienced skipper. Group size caps at ten so you get plenty of rod time. Why book here? Sydney Harbour is both an iconic arrival point and a direct conduit to productive offshore ground — its protected access and proximity to deep water make long-day trips practical without lengthy transfers. Find Fish Fast has built a local reputation for consistency and weather-aware scheduling; Fishfinder’s cancellation policy lets you reschedule or receive your deposit back if seas are unsafe. Practical notes: trips run year-round but many anglers target winter months when deeper species stack; bring sea-sickness remedies, sun protection, and layered rainproof clothing. Legal bag limits and size minimums apply — check NSW fisheries rules before keeping fish. The experience suits confident anglers who can handle physical fights, long bouts on a moving deck, and changing weather; it’s less suitable for people with severe sea sickness or limited mobility. Whether you’re chasing your first groper or targeting a trophy Blue Eyed Cod, this is a long, focused day on the water that combines Sydney’s harbor convenience with the raw challenge of deep-drop reef fishing. For many visitors, it becomes the best way to test tackle, learn local techniques, and walk ashore with a memorable catch. Booking includes experienced crew guidance, instruction, and an authentic Sydney offshore fishing experience for anglers.
You can select which wharf is best to meet within your booking; confirmation will include the chosen meeting wharf.
This is a full-day 9-hour offshore charter that typically includes transit to and from reef and shelf grounds.
There is no listed age minimum, but the trip is physically demanding; maximum group size is 10 people.
If weather is unsuitable Fishfinder Fishing Charters will offer rescheduling or deposit return according to their weather policy.
You may keep fish within NSW legal bag limits and size minimums—check local fisheries regulations before keeping fish.
The crew supplies rigs, guidance, and local knowledge; check your booking for included tackle details.
Fishfinder Fishing Charters Sydney is a Kingsgrove, New South Wales–based charter operator offering private fishing and cruising experiences departing from Sydney Harbour. The company runs a varied roster of trips including short 4-hour whale-watching journeys, 5-hour midweek trips, 7-hour offshore reef and snapper fishing, and 9-hour deep-water expeditions targeting Blue Eyed Cod, bass and groper. Seasonal and special-event charters include Australia Day and New Year’s Eve private cruises on Sydney Harbour; the New Year’s Eve offering features views of the fireworks and a seafood platter with champagne at midnight. Trips combine hands-on fishing techniques such as jigging, live baiting and soft plastics, along with sightseeing cruises past iconic landmarks for families, groups and anglers of all experience levels. Private charters focus on comfortable small-group experiences and personalised itineraries; many trips depart directly from Sydney Harbour. Fishfinder Fishing Charters Sydney also offers a combined fishing and cruising option that mixes catch-and-release or keep fishing with relaxed sightseeing. The operator emphasises safety and local knowledge, navigating known reef systems and whale migration routes on guided departures. Booking information, trip durations and specific target species are listed per departure. The business presents a clear selection of experiences: Australia Day Charter, New Years Eve Celebration, 5 Hour Midweek Quicky, Offshore Reef Fishing, Offshore Snapper Fishing, Sydney Harbour Fishing/Cruising Combo, Kingfish/Sportfishing, Blue Eyed Cod Deep Fishing and Whale Watching Experience. Prospective guests can review trip summaries and choose an outing that matches skill level, time and species preference. More booking details and policies are on-site.
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