Lizard Island
Lizard Island
Chase the Highly Prized Marlin in Luxury on Lizard Island
The waters surrounding Lizard Island boast some of the most exciting fishing in the world. Black Marlin fishing season is from September to December. Each year fish weighing up to a massive 1,000 pounds can possibly be caught here.
Full Package includes
- Stay on Lizard Island in an Oceanview Villa on a double/twin share basis
- All dining, unlimited non-alcoholic beverages, selection of wine, basic spirits, sparkling wine, and deluxe picnic hampers for private beach outings
- Use of stand-up paddle boards, clearview sea kayaks, access to motorised dinghy (bookings essential) and use of snorkelling gear
- Private full day charter of MV Duyfken (up to 8 hours) – (maximum of 6 guests)
- Resort guests return transfers from Cairns to Lizard Island
Please note that all pricing is dependent upon availability at the time of booking, blackout dates and seasonal surcharges may apply.
Additional Cost
- Charges apply at Lizard Island Resort for Cellar Master list, premium spirits, private dining arrangements and some additional activities.
- Charges apply for MV Duyfken for private guides and diving – please contact our team for further information
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Fishing tips from us!
Lizard Island is the perfect spot to bring your whole family along with you, catering to children 10 years and older. Offering the perfect combination of the chance to catch big fish and the opportunity to relax at the beach or snorkel the Great Barrier Reef with your family!
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Region: Lizard Island
Those in search of real escape continue to voyage to Lizard Island for a rare and remarkable reef experience…
Lizard Island is beautiful, natural and wild. It is also the most northern resort on the Great Barrier Reef, lying in languid waters 28km off Tropical North Queensland. The island covers over 1,000 hectares, with 24 white-sand beaches, a famous blue lagoon and a fabulous fringing reef.
The Resort comprises 40 luxurious suites for the select few guests who land on the island – your base from which to indulge in premium activities like game fishing for Black Marlin and diving the Great Barrier Reef.
On Lizard you will meet its most famous residents, the Monitors (after which the island is named), prolific birdlife and of course the marine species of the reefs, including dazzling tropical fish, 70-year-old giant clams and coral – all but a leisurely snorkel from the beach.
Accommodation: Lizard Island
Oceanview Villas are set high on Sunset Ridge amongst native eucalyptus bushlands. Providing filtered sea views over Anchor Bay or Sunset Beach, these Villas offer privacy and easy access to a string of secluded beaches. Each Villa has a private deck with breathtaking ocean views. Inside, the décor of linen and blue hues offers a peaceful oasis surrounded by stunning coastal bushland. Other room types are available on Lizard Island, please contact us for more information.
Vessel: Duyfken
Lizard Island exclusively operates the luxury vessel, ‘MV Duyfken’. Fishing the Great Barrier Reef from your base at Lizard Island is the perfect combination of accessibility and comfort. The 51ft Riviera Cruise Vessel Bridge Cruiser has a cruise speed of 20 knots and can take up to 8 passengers (including crew).
Fishing & Equipment
Just 40 minutes from Lizard Island and you are on the outer edge of the Great Barrier Reef, this is the best location in the world for catching a giant Black Marlin and it is not uncommon for them to weigh over 1000lb!
Generally, the heavy tackle fishing is done anywhere from the outer ribbon reefs up to Hicks Reef. Depending on which reef you head to first, it can take from 45 minutes up to an hour to get out to the outer edge of the reefs.
Outer Reef Fishing – The outer reef fishing grounds can be reached in 50 minutes. The fish caught in this area include Mackerel, Tuna, Trevally, Mahi–mahi, Giant Dart, Sailfish and Black Marlin at certain times of the year. Fishing tackle of the highest quality is provided.
Inner Reef Fishing – A short boat ride takes you to the inner reef fishing grounds. This spectacular area is comprised of three reef systems, which are home to an amazing variety of fish including Mackerel, Queenfish, Trevally and other pelagic species.
Light Tackle Fishing is also very exciting and your days aboard ‘MV Duvfken’ can be tailored to suit your needs if you would like to include this as well. Many of the fish caught are of superb eating quality and can be prepared by the island’s chef. What a great way to end a magnificent day’s fishing!
Being based on Lizard Island is a huge advantage as it reduces travel time out to these reefs, compared to travelling from Port Douglas, Cairns or Cooktown for example. Lizard Island also has a fuel supply on the island, where other boats must return to Cooktown to re-fuel.
More Information
Domestic Airlines of Qantas, Jetstar and Virgin Australia fly to Cairns daily from most capital cities (either directly or via connections).
Flights between Cairns and Lizard Island take 1 hour and operate on either a scheduled departure time, or you can charter your own flight with a time to suit you.
• Flights depart Lizard Island to the East Air terminal in Cairns every day except Monday and Wednesday at 11.00am
Flights to Lizard Island depart from East Air Terminal in Cairns. All connecting Domestic flights require check-in one hour prior to departure and a minimum of two hours connection time for all International flights.
Scheduled air transfers between Cairns and Lizard Island are booked via the Ultimate Fishing team.
Please note that flight times are subject to change without notice.
