Portland · Port Phillip Bay

MadCat Fishing
Charters Port Phillip bay and Portland

Guided fishing charters targeting snapper and whiting in local waters, providing all gear, expert crew and relaxed day out suitable for beginners and families.

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Trips · Trips & Pricing

Pick your water.

Every charter runs private — your party,no shared boats. Rates cover the boat, fuel, bait, tackle, licenses, and We clean and bag your catch at the dock.

offshore

Whiting Fishing Charter

5 hours · up to 5 anglers

$220

  • All fishing gear & bait included
  • Fish productive local grounds
  • Perfect for beginners & families
Book half-day

Most booked

Offshore

Snapper Fishing Charter

5 hours · up to 5 anglers

$220

  • Premium rods, reels & bait included
  • target qulity snapper
  • Suitable for all skill levels
Book the Charter

Overnight

Tuna Fishing Charter

8 hours · up to 5 anglers

$350

  • Premium Fishing Equipments
  • Giant Southern Bluefin Tuna
  • Small Groups & personal service
Book the run

Deposits are 50% to hold a date. Weather calls are made by the captain — if we cancel for safety, you're refunded in full or rebooked.

Gallery · From the deck

Gallery

A season of releases, coolers, and color over the side.

Three young anglers holding a large pink snapper on a charter boat
Angler holding a large tuna by the foreshore
Man holding two pink snapper at night on the boat
Group of anglers giving thumbs up with snapper laid out on the deck
Two anglers holding three large snapper boatside
A table covered with the day's catch of snapper and whiting
Group of anglers at night with a haul of whiting on the deck
Madcat charter boat on the bay at sunset

About

Madcat Fishing Charters

Mad Cat Fishing Charters offers unforgettable fishing adventures across Victoria's best fishing destinations. Join us for exciting Portland Southern Bluefin Tuna charters, Port Phillip Bay Snapper charters, and Port Phillip Bay King George Whiting trips.

Whether you're an experienced angler or trying fishing for the first time, our experienced skipper, quality fishing gear, and personalised service will give you the best chance of landing the fish of a lifetime. Book your next fishing adventure with Mad Cat Fishing Charters and create memories that will last forever.

Contact · Book a charter

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Tell us your trip and party size (max five) and the will confirm availability, usually the same day. Prime summer dates fill early — book ahead.

  • Dock Altona Boat Ramp for snapper and St Leondards for Whiting and Squid And Portland for Tuna
  • Call 0494 513 756
  • Email madcatcharters@gmail.com
  • Season September through December - Snapper charters Januarys through - Squid and Whiting June through August - Tuna