Barramundi fishing in the Top End of Australia, particularly during the ‘run-off’ season (March to April), is renowned for its abundance and trophy-sized fish, with anglers targeting creeks, rivers, and estuaries where barramundi congregate to feed.
Darwin-based HeliFishing experiences to remote Top End locations
Darwin-based HeliFishing experiences to remote Top End locations
Darwin-based HeliFishing experiences to remote Top End locations
Darwin-based HeliFishing experiences to remote Top End locations
Darwin-based HeliFishing experiences to remote Top End locations
Darwin-based HeliFishing experiences to remote Top End locations
Explore fishing hot spots Northeast of Darwin.
Barramundi fishing in the Top End of Australia, particularly during the ‘run-off’ season (March to April), is renowned for its abundance and trophy-sized fish, with anglers targeting creeks, rivers, and estuaries where barramundi congregate to feed.
Habitats fished on our half-day HeliFish include the billabongs, barrages and sprawling seasonal floodplains of the area. Our half-day HeliFish is fantastic value and perfect for those short on time or wishing to pair a half day of helifishing with another iconic Top End activity in the same day.
What’s included
Professional helicopter pilot and fishing guide with commentary
Headsets fitted with voice-activated microphones
All fishing equipment (quality rods, reels, lures)
Sun-smart clothing including hat, sunglasses and sunscreen
Camera
Cash or card for any merchandise purchases
For verification purposes, please have the credit card used to make your reservation and a valid photo ID ready at check-in
Minimum passenger numbers required to travel
Weight restrictions apply and weights must be supplied at time of booking
Tour timings are estimates only and subject to change on the day without notice
All flights are on a shared basis and are not on a private basis unless machine has been chartered
Helicopter flight path and flight time may differ on the day due to adverse weather conditions and air traffic control
It is a requirement of Northern Territory Parks and Wildlife that all interstate and international visitors obtain a Parks Pass to access sites associated with our half-day fishing locations. HeliFish can apply on behalf of customers however will incur an additional fee per adult and per child (child age 5-17) for the day pass in addition to the package’s retail price (refundable if the tour does not go ahead). Our Team will advise the permit fees on request as these are altered by Northern Territory Parks regularly.
Our full-day HeliFish tour focuses on the abundant floodplains of the Daly River region as well as the coastal creeks, estuaries and striking red cliffs area of Anson Bay where fish stocks are consistently high.
Enjoy sweeping views over Darwin and surrounds complete with a rock star arrival at four of the Top End’s most iconic pubs. Meet the people, publicans, characters and critters that make each one unique.
This tour combines two of the Top End’s favourite pastimes – fishing and time at the pub with mates. Spend the morning fishing northeast of Darwin followed by time at two unique Top End pubs.
Travel by helicopter and experience three of the Top End’s most iconic experiences. Start with a 45-minute airboat adventure across the Mary River Wetlands, before joining an hour-long Jumping Crocodile Cruise. Finish the day with a helicopter flight to lunch at the Noonamah Tavern.
