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WELCOME TO THE WHITSUNDAYS

From freshwater Barramundi to Tusk Fish and Permit on the flats & reef giants on the Great Barrier Reef

LAUNCHING AUGUST 2026

Hello Backing is expanding to one of Australia’s most iconic fishing destinations, the Whitsundays. These turquoise waters and fringing reefs offer a dynamic fishery for adventurous anglers chasing powerful sport species.

Bookings open from August 2026 to November 2026.

Your Fly & Sport Fishing Base in the Whitsundays

Launching in August 2026, our Whitsundays experience is designed for just four anglers per week, offering an exclusive, small-group trip that blends comfort with serious fishing action.

You'll fish from our Chittum Skiff and Sportsman 19 Island Reef, accessing everything from tight mangrove systems to open reef edges, all with a knowledgeable local guide at the helm.

Guided Trips

6 days charter Mondays to Saturdays
– Catering for 4 anglers per week
Professional, passionate guides who live and breathe fishing
Local knowledge that maximises every session

Lodge

Spacious rooms
– A swimming pool to unwind after long days on the water
Air conditioning throughout
Secure gear storage and rigging area
– Close access to boat ramps, shops, and restaurants

Species

- Tuskfish (powerful, smart, and incredibly rewarding to catch)
- Barramundi (at the dam)
- Golden Trevally
- Giant Trevally (GTs)
- Coral Trout
- Spanish Mackerel

BOOKINGS OPEN FROM AUGUST TO DECEMBER 2026

LAUNCHING AUGUST 2026