Reel Affair Fishing Charters
Reel Affair operates from Merimbula on NSW's far south coast, where inshore reef systems and the Continental Shelf 20 nautical miles offshore provide year-round fishing opportunities. The charter offers reef fishing, deep sea fishing, kingfish charters, and game fishing targeting species including marlin, tuna, kingfish, and various reef fish. Whale watching cruises run September to November. Private and share charters accommodate different group sizes and experience levels. The purpose-built 38-foot fly bridge cruiser features twin diesel engines, modern electronics, and stable fishing platforms with onboard facilities including shower, galley, and fly bridge viewing area.
- Vessel
- Reel Affair; 38-foot fly bridge cruiser; twin Caterpillar diesel engines; surveyed to carry 12 passengers to 30 nautical miles offshore; electric toilet, shower, television, stereo CD, full galley, fly bridge
- Maximum passengers
- 12
- Trips
- Reef fishing (5 hours); Deep sea and kingfish fishing (8 hours); Game fishing (8 hours); Whale watching cruises (September to November); Private charters; Share charters
- Target species
- Kingfish; Yellowfin tuna; Albacore tuna; Blue marlin; Black marlin; Striped marlin; Dolphin fish; Shark; Snapper; Flathead; Morwong; Leather jackets; Gummy shark; Salmon; Tasmanian trumpeter; Deep sea perch; Nannygai
- Departure point
- Merimbula, NSW 2548
- What is included
- Experienced skipper and first mate; all fishing equipment; morning tea; catch cleaning and packing
- Extras (for a fee)
- Catering options available for private charters
- What to bring
- Food and drinks (BYO welcome)
- Skipper / guide: Phil Mitchell
Company information
Reel Affair is operated by skipper Phil Mitchell, who has over 15 years' experience on the Sapphire Coast and extensive big game sports fishing credentials. The crew are members of local fishing clubs. The charter welcomes singles, families, corporate groups, first-timers and experienced anglers, providing all tackle, rods, reels, lures and bait.
Details checked against the operator’s website on 9 November 2026.
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