Matthew Hunt Fishing Services
Matthew Hunt operates fishing charters departing from Portland Bay Marina in Victoria, targeting species including bluefin tuna, albacore, gummy shark, kingfish and snapper. Trips range from 5 to 8 hours in mixed or game fishing styles. The M.V Regina, a 9.1-metre fully surveyed vessel, accommodates up to 8 passengers. Services include fish processing onboard. Skipper Matt has operated charters since 1988 and provides all fishing equipment, bait and lures. Trips suit anglers seeking offshore and bottom fishing experiences in Bass Strait waters.
- Vessel
- M.V Regina; 9.1 metres; fully surveyed Clayton Galant; capacity 8 passengers; hot plate onboard
- Maximum passengers
- 8
- Minimum passengers
- 4
- Trips
- 5-hour mixed fishing charter; 8-hour mixed fishing charter; 8-hour shark/deepsea offshore fishing charter; private boat bookings
- Departure time
- 7am
- Return time
- 3pm
- Target species
- Bluefin tuna; albacore tuna; gummy shark; kingfish; snapper; yellowtail amberjack; mako shark; pink snapper; queen snapper
- Departure point
- Portland Bay Marina, Portland, Victoria (MJ35+GC)
- What is included
- Fishing equipment; bait and lures; beverages; fish processing and packaging
- Extras (for a fee)
- Victorian Recreational Fishing Licence (not provided)
- What to bring
- Victorian Recreational Fishing Licence; food
- Terms and conditions
- Minimum passenger numbers required for group charters to run. Deposit required per booking. Weather conditions may affect operations and catch success cannot be guaranteed.
- Skipper / guide: Matt Hunt
Company information
Matthew Hunt has operated fishing charters since 1988 and is the owner-skipper of the M.V Regina. Fully qualified to operate in all waters from bay to offshore, Matt offers decades of regional knowledge. Charters accommodate small groups and suit both experienced and recreational anglers seeking game and bottom fishing adventures.
Details checked against the operator’s website on 9 November 2026.
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