Evans Head Fishing Charters
Evans Head Fishing Charters operates from the northern NSW coast, departing from Evans Head marina approximately 30km offshore. The 38-foot Randall targets Pearl Perch, Snapper, Jewfish, Samson Fish and Kingfish in deep water around 80 metres. The operation also offers estuary mud crab fishing and beach fishing options. Trips suit groups and families seeking full-day deep sea experiences with experienced skippers. Operating since 2005, the charter is run by Mick McGillivray, who has over 25 years of commercial fishing experience off Evans Head. The boat is customised for charter work with facilities for fish cleaning and filleting.
- Vessel
- 38 foot Randall, customised for charter fishing, maximum 10 passengers
- Maximum passengers
- 10
- Trips
- 6 hour day charter; 8 hour extended wide trip; 3 day mid-week package with accommodation; 5 day mid-week package with accommodation; optional afternoon Jewfish charters
- Departure time
- 6am
- Target species
- Pearl Perch; Snapper; Jewfish; Samson Fish; Kingfish; Trag; Squire; Mulloway; Flathead; mud crabs
- Departure point
- Evans Head Marina, 32 Ocean Drive, Evans Head NSW 2473
- What is included
- Bait and tackle; NSW fishing licence; fish cleaning tables
- Extras (for a fee)
- Optional afternoon charters chasing Jewfish; optional wider trips chasing Pearl Perch and larger species (weather permitting); fish freezing facility
- What to bring
- Hat, sunglasses, sun-cream, hand towel, sensible footwear, spray jacket, thermos, food and drinks for 6 hours, empty esky for fish, knives and packaging if filleting fish
- Terms and conditions
- Refunds available for charters lost due to weather. Booking negotiation available if conditions unfavourable on planned date. Weather dependent for extended trips.
- Skipper / guide: Simon; Mick McGillivray
Company information
Evans Head Fishing Charters has operated since 2005 under Mick McGillivray, who brings over 25 years of commercial fishing experience off the Evans Head coast. The operation specialises in deep sea charter trips targeting Pearl Perch and Snapper using local reef knowledge. Skippers including Simon provide instruction for novice anglers and assist with fish cleaning. The service suits groups and families seeking guided offshore fishing experiences.
Details checked against the operator’s website on 9 November 2026.
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