Our Port Douglas based luxury 44.5ft custom-built Assegai flybridge boat incorporates speed & top notch facilities, making her the ideal private charter boat for your next dive and snorkel tour on the Great Barrier Reef. We take 6 guests for day trips & 4 guests for liveaboard charters.
Conveniently based in Port Douglas – the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef – Offering a range of private charter boating options, our luxury flybridge motor cruiser offers luxury and first-class fishing facilities for day trips and multi-day/liveaboard charters to some of the best diving and snorkelling destinations in the world on Australia’s famous Great Barrier Reef.
Combining speed, comfort and first-class fishing facilities....
You’ll enjoy comfort and great facilities aboard this private charter boat, a 44.5ft flybridge cruiser, and with full catering and the very best tackle, dive and snorkel gear and she is of course air-conditioned.
For the anglers this boat is the ideal choice for those wanting a multi-day group trip to catch Marlin, Tuna or Sailfish in some of the best fishing destinations in the world, on the Great Barrier Reef.
Port Douglas Charter Boat Capacity:-
Day Trip
Overnight/Liveaboard
Our luxury private charter boat has undergone a full refit and re-power in 2018. Featuring:
Private Charter Boat Options & Packages
If you have a group of people who all wish to charter luxury boats then you may choose more options from our fleet which consists of 4 luxury boats that can be packaged together for the ultimate diving, snorkelling, fishing and expedition cruising.
MV Z: accommodations for 4 - 7 guests (day trips); 4 guests (overnight and multi-day charters)
MV L: accommodations for 4 - 6 guests (day trips); 4 guests (overnight and multi-day charters)
MV M: accommodations for 4 - 8 guests (day trips)
MY B: 6-star accommodations for 10 guests (multi-day charters of 3 or more days)
Let us tailor your private charter boat holiday to suit your needs – whether that’s:
For the anglers - our private charter fishing boat itinerary
For the trip of a lifetime with extra luxury, you can also combine your day trip on our game fishing vessel with an overnight or longer 6-star stay on our luxury 35-metre expedition motor yacht mothership.
From the beautiful town of Port Douglas, the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, our private charter luxury flybridge cruiser will take you on the dive and snorkel or fishing trip of a lifetime to world-famous destinations in Tropical North Queensland.
We can accommodate up to 6 guests on a private day charter or 4 guests for a multi-day liveaboard trip.
For the ultimate luxury Great Barrier Reef getaway, combine your day trip on our charter boat with an overnight or longer stay on our private charter luxury 35-metre expedition motor yacht, complete with 6-star private accommodation and gourmet chef-prepared meals.
8.00am: Departs Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina, Port Douglas
From Port Douglas we make our way out to the outer reef – approximately 1.5 hours travel.
9.30am: Fishing and snorkelling/swimming – Great Barrier Reef
Enjoy 2 to 3 (depending on location, weather and experience) amazing dives to explore the colourful corals and unique marine life on the Great Barrier Reef.
3.30pm: Head back to the marina at Port Douglas
5.00pm: Returns Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina, Port Douglas
Snorkelling and scuba diving are two of the best ways to fully explore the amazing marine life and corals of the Great Barrier Reef. Our private charter boat is equipped for scuba diving and features an in-built dive compressor and customised dive ladder for easy access in and out of the water.
We offer scuba diving for up to 4 day charter guests, including dive equipment and your own dive guide.(at extra cost)
Combine your fishing trip with snorkel and dive time and explore some of the most amazing snorkel and dive sites in the world.
Book a day trip or extended liveaboard trip to snorkel and dive some of the most iconic reef sites on the Great Barrier Reef.
First time dives are available for eligible guests.
Light tackle fishing:
Where: Port Douglas and along the east coast to Cairns
When: July to early September
Light tackle fishing is a great choice for families and anglers wanting to try sports fishing. July to early September is the best time for light tackle fishing, targeting juvenile Black Marlin, Sailfish and other pelagic species such as Spanish Mackerel and Mahi Mahi.
Heavy tackle fishing:
Where: Cairns, Port Douglas, Lizard island, Cooktown
When: Late September to early December
An extended liveaboard private charter on our custom-designed game fishing vessel is the ultimate way to experience heavy tackle fishing. Late September to early December is the best time for heavy tackle fishing, targeting giant Black Marlin, Yellowfin Tuna and Dogtooth Tuna.
Our helpful, experienced crew will share their knowledge and tips with you and even film your big catch so you can relive the experience later!
Bottom fishing:
Where: Cairns, Port Douglas, Lizard Island, Cooktown
When: Year-round
Bottom fishing is one of the most popular day charter trips for families and friends and is available most of the year. Bottom fishing targets some of the tastiest fish on the Great Barrier Reef, including Coral Trout, Red Emperor and Nannygai.
Air-conditioning.
Full-sized bathroom
Ample refrigeration, water and icemakers
Fully equipped galley
Wi-Fi internet (depending on location)
State of the art Furuno, CHIRP sounder and searchlight sonar
Ice chipper and Seakeeper stabilisation gyro (helps to limit sea sickness!)
Fully air-conditioned accommodation for up to 4 - 6 guests (day trips) and 4 guests (multi-day/liveaboard trips)
Full catering
Non-alcoholic refreshments (BYO alcohol)
All bait and tackle – includes a range of custom rods and reels and matching terminal tackle ranging from 15kg - 60kg (including fighting chair) to suit the targeted species of fish
Scuba diving equipment and dive guide (at extra cost)
Snorkelling equipment (at extra cost)
Knowledgeable crew who share your passion for oceanic fishing, diving and snorkelling
View more private charter boat options here
Port Douglas
As per private charter agreement
As per private charter agreement
Port Douglas
January - December
Daily
As per confirmed private charter agreement
1 Day charter
Multi-overnight charters
Medium, Active
Scuba Diving – minimum age 12
Scuba Diving Restrictions
Soft bags with personal items - no hard luggage as space is limited
Children are permitted with supervision at all times by parents or guardians
All cancellations must be in writing.
Please note that all cancellations will incur an administration fee.
Please see our terms and conditions for details prior to booking.
Operator's Cancellation Policy
DAY CHARTERS & LIVE-ABOARD CHARTERS
1. We require a 30% deposit to secure the booking.
2. Full payment is due 2 weeks prior to departure.
3. Should a charter be cancelled by the client, the 30% deposit is forfeited.
4. Should a charter be cancelled by the client within 72 hours of departure, the full charter cost is forfeited.
MARLIN AND BARRAMUNDI SEASON CHARTERS
1. We require a 30% deposit to secure the booking.
2. Full payment is due 30 days prior to departure.
3. The 30% deposit becomes non-refundable 6 months prior to the departure date.
4. Should a charter be cancelled within 30 days of departure, the full charter cost is forfeited.
This cancellation policy applies unless there are exceptional circumstances which are dealt with by Company management on a case-by-case basis.
Should CJRE MARITIME Pty Ltd be:
• unable to provide a vessel for use during the intended charter period, the Company reserves the right to be able to cancel the charter, at which time all deposits will be refunded.
• unable to provide the exact vessel requested by the client they reserve the right to offer an equivalent vessel.
Should the Captain or management decide to cut short a charter, whilst underway, only the unused portion of the charter will be either refunded or given as credit for a future charter.
Should the client decide to cut short a charter, whilst underway, no refunds will apply.
The Client accepts that the Captain is in sole charge of safety and health related decisions whilst onboard.
In the event of a cancellation, CJRE MARITIME Pty Ltd is not liable for any costs or damage incurred by the Hirer as a result of the cancellation.
DISCRETION
Reef and fishing charters are subject to the discretion of both Company management and your Captain, as well as weather conditions and availability.
Please note that refunds will only be offered if the Captain of the vessel deems it unsafe to proceed with a charter
TERMS & CONDITIONS
1. We do not accommodate children under the age of 6 on board for outer reef trips. Please enquire about our inner reef/Low Islands options for families with children under the age of 6 years old.
2. Charter length for DAY TRIPS is up to 9 hours. Boarding at 8.00AM and disembarking by 5.00PM.
3. Multi - day/live - aboard trips: Day rate is multiplied as per length of charter.
4. Base charter rate in cludes reef fishing and/or light tackle fishing as inclusive but is optional for guests.
5. Scuba diving fee 1 x divemaster per 4 PADI certified divers. More than 4 divers in the party may require an extra divemaster at an additional fee.
6. Scuba diving: Introductory dives are available for non - certified divers & PADI dive certification courses are available on request.
7. Catering & non - al coholic refreshments are inclusive. Catering is prepared by a local catering company and consists of morning tea, lunch (a selection of salads, cold cuts and vegetarian/gluten free options to build your own roll/wrap) and afternoon tea (sweet slice/muffins and/or snacks). BYO alcohol. a. Overnight charters also include Breakfast and Dinner
8. Rates are inclusive of Environmental Management Charges as per the Great Barrier Reef Marine Parks Authority.
BOOKING INFORMATION REQUIRED
1. Full names and contact details of the charter party (including ages of any minors on board)
2. Emergency contact fo r the charter party that will not be on board.
3. Guest dietary requirements and/or specific requests .
4. Guest medical conditions (including allergies) and/or medications we should be familiar with in the case of an emergency.
5. Snorkelling and diving charters : Guest c lothing size (eg – Size Medium (10 - 12) and shoe size (eg – Size Mens 10) to ensure we have the correct fitting wetsuits/flippers on board. Please also provide the clients PADI certification number for diving charters
PEAK SEASON DATES INCUR A 20% SURCHARGE OF THE CHARTER FEE
au$3,112.00
Prices are AUD, per charter and include all levies fees and taxes.
Tour Code: 913