Starting from AUD$690.000 per person per night, based on 12 guests for exclusive use of island*
State: QLD
Experience: Saltwater
Haggerstone Island
Haggerstone Island
Starting from AUD$690.000 per person per night, based on 12 guests for exclusive use of island*
State: QLD
Experience: Saltwater
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Escape to your own private island hideaway for exclusive fishing experiences
Cast away in the remote regions of Far North Queensland on the secluded, privately owned Haggerstone Island. This idyllic location turns the notion of fictional paradise into reality, situated near the tip of Cape York and adjacent to a virtually uninhabited coast, Haggerstone exists in a fishing haven all its own.
This untouched paradise offers a multitude of different fishing styles and an even greater range of fish to target.
*The cost for whole island use of Haggerstone Island starts from AUD$690.00 per person per night (pricing based on 12 guests travelling during low season, valid until 31 March 2023). Please note that Haggerstone Island has very limited availability until 2024, so please enquire with our team for further information.
Full Package Includes
- 7 nights sole use of Haggerstone Island for up to 12 guests
- All meals and non-alcoholic beverages
- Tailored daily excursions on 45ft Jet Boat with Captain and deckhand
- Full equipment use for all sports (fishing, kayaking, snorkelling, spearfishing, wake boarding)
- Boat transfers between Hicks Island and Haggerstone Island
Region
Shelburne, Queensland
What you can catch
The Estuary fishing is superb – Barramundi up to 25 pounds, Mangrove Jack, Giant Herring, large estuary cod, small Tarpon and other creek dwellers. It’s a real fly fisherman’s paradise.
The Blue water options will simply astonish you – blue fin tuna, Mack tuna, all trevallies, school mackerel and huge Spanish mackerel.
Close to the island are shallow bays great for flats fishing, wading and sight casting. Bonefish have been spotted on several occasions in one particular bay. There are a lot of milkfish in the area, they are extremely fast and a great challenge on fly. Other species regularly encountered on fly are Turrum (big black trevally), Flathead, Ponyfish and Salmon, to name a few. Sailfish and Marlin are seen, particularly in certain deep-water areas. The Sailfish in particular are suckers for a fly.
Vessels and Equipment
Anna and Roy have a 40-foot new boat (MV Jo Jo III) available for all fishing, diving and exploring. She has a twin 700hp jet propulsion system and capable of 40knots in shallow water.
Haggerstone’s all-inclusive rate includes full equipment hire for fishing excursions, however should you wish to bring your own it is essential you bring the correct tackle.
For the fly fisherman your flies should include large deceivers, clousers and small flies for the shallow water such as crab patterns and shrimp. In true fishing style you can never bring too many flies to a destination like this. Flies can be tied in the evening at the lodge. This is superb when something special is required for a specific target.
A 9 or 10 weight rod will be used most often however a 12 weight is essential if targeting larger pelagics, as would a 6 or 7 weight for smaller fish on the flats or in creeks and estuaries.
Reels and lines to suit each rod weight is advisable, a floating line for the flats and shallows and an intermediate and fast sink line is essential in mid to deep water.
For those wishing to try their luck at spearfishing, all equipment is provided, along with coaching for beginners or those looking for some additional tips and tricks.
Accommodation
Utilising the secluded expanse of the island’s pristine beach, Haggerstone offers five individual and private villas, each offering absolute privacy and unbeatable ocean views. Each villa reflects Papua New Guinean or African designs, and features an open-plan layout, private deck and tropical garden, inviting you to embrace the island’s natural beauty.
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Getting There
Domestic Airlines of Qantas, and Virgin Australia fly to Cairns daily from most capital cities (either directly or via connections).
Charter flight between Cairns and Hicks Island takes approximately 2 hours. Please note a luggage allowance of 15kg per person applies for these charter flights and soft sided bags are preferred.
Between Hicks Island and Haggerstone Island you will be transferred by boat – this transfer takes approximately 20 minutes.
Fishing Package
Fishing at Haggerstone can be accessed all year round. Availability is currently limited and pricing for 2024 will be available shortly. To be notified as soon as possible, please join our mailing list.
Region
Shelburne, Queensland
What you can catch
The Estuary fishing is superb – Barramundi up to 25 pounds, Mangrove Jack, Giant Herring, large estuary cod, small Tarpon and other creek dwellers. It’s a real fly fisherman’s paradise.
The Blue water options will simply astonish you – blue fin tuna, Mack tuna, all trevallies, school mackerel and huge Spanish mackerel.
Close to the island are shallow bays great for flats fishing, wading and sight casting. Bonefish have been spotted on several occasions in one particular bay. There are a lot of milkfish in the area, they are extremely fast and a great challenge on fly. Other species regularly encountered on fly are Turrum (big black trevally), Flathead, Ponyfish and Salmon, to name a few. Sailfish and Marlin are seen, particularly in certain deep-water areas. The Sailfish in particular are suckers for a fly.
Vessels and equipment
Anna and Roy have a 40-foot new boat (MV Jo Jo III) available for all fishing, diving and exploring. She has a twin 700hp jet propulsion system and capable of 40knots in shallow water.
Haggerstone’s all-inclusive rate includes full equipment hire for fishing excursions, however should you wish to bring your own it is essential you bring the correct tackle.
For the fly fisherman your flies should include large deceivers, clousers and small flies for the shallow water such as crab patterns and shrimp. In true fishing style you can never bring too many flies to a destination like this. Flies can be tied in the evening at the lodge. This is superb when something special is required for a specific target.
A 9 or 10 weight rod will be used most often however a 12 weight is essential if targeting larger pelagics, as would a 6 or 7 weight for smaller fish on the flats or in creeks and estuaries.
Reels and lines to suit each rod weight is advisable, a floating line for the flats and shallows and an intermediate and fast sink line is essential in mid to deep water.
For those wishing to try their luck at spearfishing, all equipment is provided, along with coaching for beginners or those looking for some additional tips and tricks.
Accommodation
Utilising the secluded expanse of the island’s pristine beach, Haggerstone offers five individual and private villas, each offering absolute privacy and unbeatable ocean views. Each villa reflects Papua New Guinean or African designs, and features an open-plan layout, private deck and tropical garden, inviting you to embrace the island’s natural beauty.
More information
Getting There
Domestic Airlines of Qantas, and Virgin Australia fly to Cairns daily from most capital cities (either directly or via connections).
Charter flight between Cairns and Hicks Island takes approximately 2 hours. Please note a luggage allowance of 15kg per person applies for these charter flights and soft sided bags are preferred.
Between Hicks Island and Haggerstone Island you will be transferred by boat – this transfer takes approximately 20 minutes.
Fishing Package
Fishing at Haggerstone can be accessed all year round. Availability is currently limited and pricing for 2024 will be available shortly. To be notified as soon as possible, please join our mailing list.
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