OVERVIEW

Light Tackle Sportsfishing is conducted on Moana Fishing Charters all year round in different areas of the reef.

March to August is Spanish Mackerel fishing time. Averaging 15-20lb they are great fun especially on 10 & 20lb line. Fairly commonly caught around 50-60lb they do grow to 100lb!!

November to March is time to fish the outer edge of the reef for Sailfish, Big Mackerel, Wahoo, Yellowfin Tuna, Mahi Mahi and small Marlin to 300lb.

The Moana Crew posing with a Black Marlin caughtThe main stay of the Light Tackle fishery is the Juvenile Black Marlin and Sailfish which are caught along the inside of the reef from March to September. From 10 to 150lb these aerobatic fish put on a spectacular display. When they feed aggressively multiple hook-ups provide lots of chaotic fun. Using 10-20lb line on custom rods and quality reels helps us to appreciate the speed and agility of the magnificent creatures.

Flyfishing for juvenile marlin and Sailfish prove to entertain and excite even the most experienced anglers. Day trips as well as Liveaboard trips are both great way to enjoy Light Tackle and or Flyfishing.

INCLUSIONS

- All fishing gear
- Water & light refreshment
- Fruit platter
- Buffet lunch of cold meats and salads and afternoon tea

TYPICAL ITINERARY

We endeavor to find and take you to the best location the area has to offer. However this can be influenced by the weather and current condition at the time of departure. Our focus is to give the a great fishing experience and memories to last you a lift time.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR THIS VESSEL FOR TRAVEL BETWEEN Tue, Jan 1 2008 AND Wed, Mar 31 2010

1. DEPOSITS
1.1 A deposit is required at the time of confirmation.
1.2 Balance will be required 120 days before departure date.
1.3 For bookings less than 30 days before the departure date, full payment is required within 48 hours of booking.
1.4 For bookings less than 7 days before the departure date, full payment is required at time of booking.

2. VESSEL
Charter vessel is “Moana III”. In the event of “Moana III”, not being available due to some unforseen circumstances then a similar replacement vessel will be engaged if possible.

3. CREW
All endeavours will be used to engage any nominated crew member/s. If any nominated crew member/s become unavailable up to the date of departure then a suitable replacement will be substituted, if possible.

4. START AND FINISH DATES
While all endeavours will be made to start and finish the charter on time, it is possible that due to weather conditions and unforseen circumstances beyond our control, that there will be delays. Moana III Fishing Charters or Big Fish Down Under will not be responsible for any losses caused by such unavoidable delays. If possible, a one (1) days grace will be allowed to Moana III Fishing Charters and Big Fish Down Under, for the start of the charter due to unforseen (but unlikely) circumstances.

5. CANCELLATIONS
The initial deposit paid is non-refundable, in additional to forfeiting your deposit, the following charge will apply:
- If made 120 days or more before the departure date all monies paid will be refunded (less $200.00 administration charge).
- There are no cancellation refunds after 120 days.

6. ITINERARIES
We reserve the right to alter itineraries because of natural disasters, weather conditions, government regulations and other circumstances beyond our control.

7. PRICES
All prices are in Australian dollars unless otherwise stated.

8. LIABILITY
Moana III Fishing Charters and Big Fish Down Under accepts no liability for any loss or damage either in contract or in port, for any additional expenses or inconveniences or loss of personal items caused by any events outside of its control. It will be indemnified and kept indemnified by you in respect to any such loss or damage.

9. JURISDICTION
The parties agree that the laws of the State of Queensland and the Commonwealth of Australia shall apply to all matters relating to this Agreement.

10. REPRESENTATIONS
Any representations sought to be relied upon must be in writing.

11. INSURANCE
It is strongly recommended that you take out travel insurance to cover any losses either directly or indirectly connected to this Agreement. In particular, for medical insurance, loss of baggage and personal items and changes to travel itineraries through cancellation and delays.

12. Relocation Fees
Relocation fees may apply outside Cairns, this is dependent on where at the time of departure the vessel is located.

Notes: Travel insurance is highly recommeded. Dietary requirements need to be advised upon booking.

Please note: Pets are not allowed onboard. Smoking is permitted only outside on the back deck.

Terms of booking on this website

Information disclaimer
The rates on this website are often heavily discounted. This is due to our negotiated rates and bulk buying power. On very rare occasions, a rate may be displayed incorrectly due to our, or a supplier's error. In such a case, if you book with us at a quoted rate that is incorrect, we will notify you of any price change and give you the option to proceed or cancel. We make every effort to keep information on our site up to date, but we cannot guarantee this website is free of errors or omissions and retain the right to update or change the information published at any time.

Liability
To the extent permitted by law we/the owners of this website will not be liable to you or to any third party (whether in contract, tort, or otherwise) for any direct, indirect or consequential loss or damage (including but not limited to any accident, injury, delay or loss of enjoyment) arising out of your reliance upon information contained on this website, including but not limited to your use (or inability to use) any products or services described or procured through this website.

On departure day, before you commence your trip, you may be required to sign a rental agreement (in the case of boat charters) with the supplier of the vessel. Your rental and use of the vessel will be governed by the terms of the rental agreement and any other documentation or information provided to you by the supplier at the time you pick up your vessel. The rental agreement is between you and the supplier and we will not be liable to you or to any third party in relation to the terms of the supplier rental agreement or any other documentation provided to you by the supplier at the time of pick up.

While we will make reasonable efforts to ensure we are representing only reputable suppliers, we make no warranty about the fitness or suitability of any third party (supplier) product or service and will not accept responsibility for the quality or fitness of any vessel. We welcome feedback from our customers on their experience with our suppliers. We may, at our discretion, provide you with reasonable assistance in resolving any dispute you may have with a supplier.

Our total liability to you in relation to your use of this website and the information contained on this website will not exceed the dollar amount of the deposit we have received from you in relation to your booking/rental. Refunds will not be made for bookings cancelled due to inclement weather. Again, we strongly recommend that you take out travel insurance. Your use of this website is governed by the laws of New Zealand and the jurisdiction of the New Zealand courts.

Booking information
To make a booking, you must complete our no-obligations reservations enquiry form which is easy to follow and secured with the latest encryption technology. Once we receive your enquiry, we will contact you via phone or email, to advise of availability and confirm the final price is correct - and discuss payment options. A booking is confirmed when you have been emailed a confirmation notice and at this stage the deposit is processed on your credit card and becomes non-refundable and any cancellation fees stated in the terms apply. Upon receipt of your confirmation, please check your details carefully and notify us immediately if there are any incorrect details, as it may not be possible to make changes at a later date.

Please note we accept Visa and Mastercard and the credit card fees are: 
1) 1.75% for the deposit amount.
2) 1.75% for the balance of payment.

If you are booking via phone, please first make sure you have read the terms and conditions of your selected sailing adventure. Our reservations consultant will ask you if you have read the terms and agree to them before proceeding. The onus is always on the renter to ensure they make themselves fully aware of the terms displayed on our website.

Information disclosure
In booking on this website you acknowledge that we disclose your information to your selected Supplier in order to provide the requested rental, trip or charter services.

Amendments
Please check the terms of each vessel to see whether amendment fees apply. Please also note that for some vessels an amendment is treated as a new booking and the rate current at the time the amendment is made to recalculate the entire booking amount (not just the days changed). In the case of boat rental/yacht charter, if the hire or number of days is increased, an additional deposit may be required, while reduction in rental periods or price may reduce the total, but the deposit amount will remain unchanged.

Vessel Capacity and fitness to charter (for Bareboats only)
Under no circumstances are you permitted to carry more passengers than the vessel you charter is legally registered to carry, and if you do your insurance may be invalidated. The number of passengers allowed is indicated next to each vessel on this website. It is your responsibility to choose a journey that is within your capabilities. A boat or trip supplier can refuse to hire a vessel to any person who is in their opinion unfit to skipper or does not meet eligibility requirements. In such circumstances we will have no further liability to you.