Apache Charters
Apache Charters operates live aboard fishing charters from Western Australia's remote regions including the Abrolhos Islands, Montebello Islands and Shark Bay from March to November. The vessel targets species such as dhufish, pink snapper, coral trout, Spanish mackerel and rock lobster. Summer operations include day trips from Perth to Rottnest Island, Carnac Island and Fremantle. The 70ft Lady Grace accommodates up to 12 passengers on extended trips with onboard chef and full facilities. Trips suit groups seeking multi-day fishing experiences with accommodation, meals and professional crew. Day charters available for corporate events and smaller groups during summer months.
- Vessel
- Lady Grace; 70ft; purpose-built live aboard fishing vessel; fully commercial Australian survey; licensed for 70 persons; airconditioning; two toilets; two hot showers; galley; lounge; TV and satellite TV; huge deck with BBQ; two 1T commercial freezers; freshwater maker
- Maximum passengers
- 12
- Trips
- 6 day/5 night live aboard Abrolhos Islands; 6 night/5.5 day live aboard Montebello Islands; 6 night/5.5 day live aboard Shark Bay; Day charters Rottnest Island; Day charters Carnac Island; Swan River cruises; Fremantle deep sea and rock lobster tours
- Departure time
- Sunday 5pm (Abrolhos); Sunday 11am (Montebello); 6am (Fremantle day trips)
- Return time
- Saturday 8am (Abrolhos and Montebello); 2:30pm (Fremantle day trips)
- Target species
- Dhufish; Pink snapper; Baldchin groper; Coral trout; Spangled emperor; Red emperor; Rankin cod; Spanish mackerel; Breaksea cod; Rock lobster; Sailfish
- Departure point
- Batavia Marina, Geraldton, Western Australia (Abrolhos); Beadon Creek Jetty, Onslow, Western Australia (Montebello); Sardine Jetty, Mews Road, Fremantle, Western Australia (day trips)
- What is included
- Onboard accommodation; all fishing gear and tackle; bait and ice; WA fishing licences; all meals; skipper and deckhand services; fish and lobster you catch (cleaned and packed)
- Terms and conditions
- 2027 bookings now open for live aboard charters. Bookings made directly with owners. Individual bookings available on some tours with minimum passenger numbers. Fremantle day trips currently not operating due to metro demersal fishing closures.
- Skipper / guide: Matt Howard
Company information
Apache Charters is a family-owned business established in 1999 by Matt Howard, operating as one of Western Australia's longest-running charter operators. The company runs year-round with full-time staff and a purpose-built vessel. Owner-operated for 25 years with extensive local knowledge and thousands of fishing marks. Trips suit experienced and novice anglers seeking remote fishing destinations with quality accommodation and meals.
Details checked against the operator’s website on 9 November 2026.
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