FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What rods will I need?
We supply all rods and reels needed for your trip, but if you wish to bring your own a 5-8 kg spin outfit with a 4000 size reel spooled with 20 lb braid will cover most situations depending on the time of year and target species.
For Fly anglers a 9wt fly rod is perfect on the flats matched up with a intermediate fly line and large arbor reel. For the tuna and other bigger pelagics a 10 or 11wt fly rod with an intermediate or sinking line will do the job nicely also matched on a large arbor reel with plenty of backing. We can provide you with all the fly rods and reels you needed or you do not have your own.
What lures and flys can I bring?
Hervey Bay Fly and Sportfishing supplies all lures necessary for your trip, but if you wish to bring your own here is a list of recommendations. We can supply flies on a replacement cost if lost basis, or to follow please see our commonly used flies to bring with you-
Lure Anglers
- 5 inch Z man Streakz in various colours with pink being a favourite
- 5 inch Z man Grubz in various colours
- 5/O 1oz and 1/2 oz TT Headlockz Jig Heads
- Gillies Saltwater Pilchards
- Cotton Cordell Pencil Poppers
- 40g Raider Metal Lures
Fly Anglers
- 1/0 Yellow and White Clousers
- Crab Flies
- Jon Makim Spawning Shrimp
- 2/0 Jon Makim Siliklone
- Crease Flies/ Poppers
- 2/0 Surf Candies
- Deceivers and Flashy Profile Flies in 4/0
Do you supply lunch and drinks?
Along with rods, reels and tackle we supply morning tea, snacks and drinking water for your time out with us. Due to Covid Safe practices it is preferred for you to bring your own lunch however lunch can be provided at an additional charge if required.
If you have any special dietary requirements please let us know when you book.
When is the best time to come?
Where is the best place to stay?
Please see our accommodation page for suggestions on where to stay in Hervey Bay.