Fishing and Boating
Cooktown is renowned for its access to great fishing spots whether out at sea, in the rivers and estuaries, from the beaches or from the famous wharf. The black marlin season from September-December is a major attraction in the global fishing calendar and the western and northern Cape communities and Weipa are acclaimed locations for adventurous fishing expeditions.
Fishing in Cooktown
Cooktown is a world class fishing destination with a diversity of angling environments inland and offshore
Fishing in Cape York
Experience fantastic sports fishing in pristine rivers and from coral islands near Seisa and Bamaga
Endeavour River Cruises
Explore the extensive mangrove system of the Endeavour River and spot a croc or two
- Estuarine Crocodile. Courtesy of Lynette Ensor
Great Barrier Reef Snorkelling
Snorkel the longest reef in the world - the Great Barrier Reef lies just offshore from Cooktown
- Ribbon Reefs, Queensland. Courtesy of Tourism Queensland
