Starts from AUD$2,115.00 per person per night, based on 4 anglers*
State: NT
Experience: Tidal Saltwater & Freshwater
Finniss River Lodge
Finniss River Lodge
Starts from AUD$2,115.00 per person per night, based on 4 anglers*
State: NT
Experience: Tidal Saltwater & Freshwater
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Finniss River Lodge – Top End NT
Australia’s Top End is renowned for spectacular coastal floodplains, hidden billabongs and tidal rivers fringed with large expanses of dense mangrove. The Northern Territory landscape is still well and truly wild and is a mecca for outdoor adventuring and fishing. Finniss River Lodge is superbly located to provide Australia’s best Barramundi fishing.
*The cost for the Finniss River Lodge 4 day/4night package is AUD$2,115.00 per person per night (based on 4 anglers twin share, valid for travel until 31 March 2023 during Leisure Season). The displayed costs are dependent on availability at the time of booking. Blackout dates and seasonal surcharges may apply, and costs are subject to change. Terms and conditions apply. Please consult your Fishing Safari Designer to check on full terms and conditions and availability.
Contact us for more information regarding additional packages varying in duration and number of guests.
Full Package Includes
- 4 nights stay at Finniss River Lodge in 2 X Lodge Rooms (double/twin share basis)
- A la carte breakfast, lunch (with picnic options) and dinner accompanied by a wine selection, local boutique beers, spirits and other beverages
- Two shared on-property activities per day (morning and afternoon) will be included in each stay. On-property activities include 4WDriving, hiking, wildlife spotting, birdwatching, sunset drinks and observing pastoral activities with the station owners or workers (this is seasonal, subject to availability and cannot be pre-booked)
- 1 x 50-minute shared airboat experience per person for stays of 3 nights or more
- 2 X Full Days Private Fishing Charter with lunch at Crab Claw Island Resort and refreshments on board the vessel, including fishing equipment (pick up and drop off Finniss River Lodge)
- 1 X Full Day Private HeliFish Tour in a Bell 206L Longranger, including up to 1.5 hours flying, 5 hours fishing at 4 different locations, all fishing equipment, guide/pilot, lunch, soft drinks, bottled water
Region
Top End, Northern Territory
Located in the north-western corner of the Top End, Finniss River Lodge is set upon a working cattle station amongst vast coastal floodplains. Surrounded by salt and freshwater rivers, estuaries, inlets, and the ocean itself, the region around Finniss River Lodge is a fishing paradise with options available all year around. Extraordinary natural beauty and prolific wildlife (including the mighty saltwater crocodile!) round off the Top End’s might.
What you can catch
Fishing at Finniss offers the best of both worlds, with saltwater estuary fishing available within 10 minutes’ drive from the lodge, and intertidal upstream zone being home to many freshwater species.
The best fishing months occur at the end of the Wet Season when the water on the floodplains start receding. The ‘run-off’ results in vast quantities of smaller fish, frogs, insects and crabs being drained into the main channels. The Barramundi congregate at these run-off locations and fishing these waterways at this time of the year can produce some excellent catches for the ready anglers. Trolling is popular all year around and lures can always be used to great success.
Vessels and Equipment
Fishing Charter
The vessel utilised for the private charter is a 6.49m custom fit out Boston Whaler Dauntless. Ideal for Barramundi fishing in the Northern Territory, the Whaler is a tough and versatile fishing platform. It has been upgraded to the latest model 300hp Mercury Verado and fitted out with all the fish finding fruit from Humminbird. A standout vessel, that will maximise your chances of reaching the best fishing locations.
Helifishing
Helifishing is an adventurous option for guests looking to explore locations otherwise inaccessible except by hiking. Included within the package is a full day private Helifishing experience in a Bell 206L Longranger. Helifishing provides additional access to the floodplains of the Adelaide River or the coastal creeks, estuaries and striking red cliffs of Anson Bay. All pilots are trained fishing guides.
Fishing Equipment
A full selection of quality fishing gear is provided on-board all boats and Helifishing tours, including rods, reels, tackle, and lures. If you prefer, you can bring along your own equipment.
Lodge Cruising
Touring around Finniss River Lodge is done on a customised 6.5-metre Boston Whaler. This vessel takes a maximum of four anglers. An additional vessel can be sourced for larger groups (also maximum four passengers). This vessel has emergency portaloo facilities.
Accommodation
Finniss River offers six exclusive rooms with flexible configurations suitable for all kinds of travellers, ranging from twin and king double configurations with extra bedding available. Each room offers generous king split beds with an accompanying ensuite, complete with a deep bathtub. Interconnecting room options provide flexibility for families and whole-site bookings. Each room is temperature-controlled and comes with a private veranda to overlook the sprawling floodplains.
More Information
Getting There
Finniss River Lodge is located in the north-western corner of the Top End on Finniss River Station, 128km south-west of Darwin.
Air Access
Finniss River Lodge is accessible via 25-minute charter flight or helicopter flight ex Darwin. Private transfers can be arranged in advance.
Road access
Finniss River Lodge is a 90-minute drive, available as a self-drive or as a chartered transfer from Darwin arranged upon request. While mostly sealed all the way, 4WD vehicles are recommended due to a stretch of unsealed road once off of main road.
Fishing Package
Finniss River Lodge’s Leisure Season operates from April to November each year.
Region
Top End, Northern Territory
Located in the north-western corner of the Top End, Finniss River Lodge is set upon a working cattle station amongst vast coastal floodplains. Surrounded by salt and freshwater rivers, estuaries, inlets, and the ocean itself, the region around Finniss River Lodge is a fishing paradise with options available all year around. Extraordinary natural beauty and prolific wildlife (including the mighty saltwater crocodile!) round off the Top End’s might.
What you can catch
Fishing at Finniss offers the best of both worlds, with saltwater estuary fishing available within 10 minutes’ drive from the lodge, and intertidal upstream zone being home to many freshwater species.
The best fishing months occur at the end of the Wet Season when the water on the floodplains start receding. The ‘run-off’ results in vast quantities of smaller fish, frogs, insects and crabs being drained into the main channels. The Barramundi congregate at these run-off locations and fishing these waterways at this time of the year can produce some excellent catches for the ready anglers. Trolling is popular all year around and lures can always be used to great success.
Vessels and equipment
Fishing Charter
The vessel utilised for the private charter is a 6.49m custom fit out Boston Whaler Dauntless. Ideal for Barramundi fishing in the Northern Territory, the Whaler is a tough and versatile fishing platform. It has been upgraded to the latest model 300hp Mercury Verado and fitted out with all the fish finding fruit from Humminbird. A standout vessel, that will maximise your chances of reaching the best fishing locations.
Helifishing
Helifishing is an adventurous option for guests looking to explore locations otherwise inaccessible except by hiking. Included within the package is a full day private Helifishing experience in a Bell 206L Longranger. Helifishing provides additional access to the floodplains of the Adelaide River or the coastal creeks, estuaries and striking red cliffs of Anson Bay. All pilots are trained fishing guides.
Fishing Equipment
A full selection of quality fishing gear is provided on-board all boats and Helifishing tours, including rods, reels, tackle, and lures. If you prefer, you can bring along your own equipment.
Lodge Cruising
Touring around Finniss River Lodge is done on a customised 6.5-metre Boston Whaler. This vessel takes a maximum of four anglers. An additional vessel can be sourced for larger groups (also maximum four passengers). This vessel has emergency portaloo facilities.
Accommodation
Finniss River offers six exclusive rooms with flexible configurations suitable for all kinds of travellers, ranging from twin and king double configurations with extra bedding available. Each room offers generous king split beds with an accompanying ensuite, complete with a deep bathtub. Interconnecting room options provide flexibility for families and whole-site bookings. Each room is temperature-controlled and comes with a private veranda to overlook the sprawling floodplains.
More information
Getting There
Finniss River Lodge is located in the north-western corner of the Top End on Finniss River Station, 128km south-west of Darwin.
Air Access
Finniss River Lodge is accessible via 25-minute charter flight or helicopter flight ex Darwin. Private transfers can be arranged in advance.
Road access
Finniss River Lodge is a 90-minute drive, available as a self-drive or as a chartered transfer from Darwin arranged upon request. While mostly sealed all the way, 4WD vehicles are recommended due to a stretch of unsealed road once off of main road.
Fishing Package
Finniss River Lodge’s Leisure Season operates from April to November each year.
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