27 July 2025
Sunday 27th July to Tuesday 5th August 2025
Who wants to fish where the real BIG FISH are? Well the “Big Cat Crew” are heading out to East Kay Reef to explore this amazing reef system. Big dogtooth tuna, yellowfin tuna, wahoo, massive GTs, green jobfish and huge coral trout are all ready to challenge you on your “Trip of a Lifetime!”
If this sounds like you, don’t hesitate, contact us now to organize your place on this “Trip of a Lifetime Fishing Adventure!”
East Cay Reef is a tropical reef in the north eastern part of the Swains Reef group.
Trip Itinerary
Departure Day: All guests are to arrive at Bundaberg Port Marina between 2.30pm and 3pm . The crew will show you where to stow your gear and give you a tour of the vessel before you meet the other guests on the top deck for some refreshments. Once all guests have arrived the Master will conduct a Safety brief as we prepare the vessel for sea. We will depart Bundaberg Port Marina before 7pm. We steam due north straight for Swains Reef before preparing your gear for the weeks fishing.
Day 1: This Morning you awake to a fresh breakfast and the opportunity to hookup as we head towards Swains Reef. Enjoy a cooked lunch while we continue to steam north. Troll through Swains Reef with a arrival at East Cay later that evening.
Day 2: Wake up at East Cay to your first morning session on the tenders. 7am to 11:30am with Lunch from 12:00 to 1:00pm. The afternoon session is 1:00pm to 5:00pm.
Afternoon snacks are served before the main meal at 6:30pm.
Day 3, Day 4, Day 5, Day 6, Day 7 are all spent on location at East Cay Reef and surrounding reefs with the opportunity for the following:
Day 8: Enjoy a long sleep, full day of relaxation and catching up with your mates on the back deck discussing your epic week of fishing this remote location.
Day 9: We will arrive back in Bundaberg overnight where a hot breakfast is served. The crew assist you with your gear before we farewell all guests around 7:30am.
Sounds too good to be true? It’s not! You are receiving this great deal because:
We plan trips well in advance so you can book ahead and save;
The trip will only run if it reaches minimum numbers;
This allows us to operate more efficiently and pass the savings on to you.
If the trip doesn’t reach minimum numbers, you receive a full refund.
So by ensuring we have a full boat for the scheduled date, we can offer you this great “Rocket Deal”
Cancellation Policy
Are you sick of organizing group bookings for trips but then not get your numbers or people let you down? Reality Fishing Charters can tailor a fishing trip for you at competitive rates. Let us set up a “Rocket Deal” for your group and offer you the following advantages:
Transparent booking process
Live up dates on passenger numbers with real commitments
Offer your group exclusive deals with your own lock out periods
Passenger numbers are confirmed before you book flights and accommodation
Your trip can be networked with other groups to top up your numbers
Be part of a successful trip that everyone can look forward to and enjoy
Interstate & International packages are available on request.
Contact us bookings@bigcatreality.com
(7 Day Swains Line Fishing Trip)
Guests for the week liveaboard trips board at Bundaberg Port Marina between 11am and 12 noon on the departure day. You will arrive back to the marina by around 5am on the 7th day and depart the vessel after breakfast by around 8am.
(9 Day Coral Sea Sports Fishing Trip)
Guests for the 9 day liveaboard trips board at Bundaberg Port Marina
(Kenn Reef Trips) between 12:00 pm and 12:30 pm on the departure day. Guests board the vessel at 1:00 pm. You will arrive back to the marina by around 5am on the 9th day and depart the vessel after breakfast by around 8am.
(Wreck and Cato Reef Trip) between 3:00 pm and 3:30 pm on the departure day. Guests board the vessel at 4pm. You will arrive back to the marina by around 5am on the 7th day and depart the vessel after breakfast by around 8am.
Address:
15-17 Marina Dr
Burnett Heads (20min drive out of Bundaberg Qld)
QLD 4670, Australia
“Big Cat Reality” is a 25m liveaboard vessel that caters for 18 to 21 guests. She is all steel (164 tonne) and is well set up for extended fishing adventures with 7 fishing tenders and a rescue boat onboard. Big Cat is well appointed with all the latest electronic navigational equipment including interactive navigational screens on the back deck for your use. (Click here for full details)
Our seven fishing tenders are “4.3m Smart Waves” which are specifically set up to help you get the most out of your fishing experience. Each 4.3m tender is set up with the following:
Note:
“Big Cat Reality” is set up with large, comfortable bunk style accommodation which is fully air-conditioned and spacious to minimize sea sickness. Everyone gets a separate bunk with privacy curtains, power points and luggage storage area. They are located in the middle of the ship and down low which is the best place to be – No pokey bow berths! All bed linen and a bath towel are provided for the on-board fresh water showers. We’re sure you will have a pleasurable and comfortable stay on-board.
“Big Cat Reality” offers professionally presented meals prepared on-board by our qualified chefs for you to enjoy throughout your trip. Meals include: hot breakfasts, hot & cold lunches and of course the famous Big Cat Seafood Night. You will also enjoy healthy fruit platters and other exhilarating taste bud sensations for afternoon teas. If you have any dietary requirements, please advise us at the time of booking. This will allow our chefs to cater for your needs.
“Big Cat Reality” is a fully licenced vessel. We have a electronic POS system that caters for individual consumption and can provide a print out of the drinks consumed at the end of your trip. (“Only pay for what you drink”)
2023 Drink Prices:
Soft Drinks: Coke, Coke Zero, Solo, Lemonade, water.
XXXX Beers: XXXX Gold, XXXX Bitter.
Other Standers Beers: Great Northern Super Crisp, Great Northern Original.
Premium Beers: Corona.
UDL Cans: Bundaberg Rum & Cola, Jim Beam & Cola, Canadian Club & Dry, Jack Daniels & Cola, Bundaberg alcoholic ginger beer.
Wine bottles: Red – Shiraz. White – Sav Blanc.
Bottles of Spirits: You can order your favourite bottle
“Special Orders” You can order alternate beverages for your trip however please be aware any remaining drinks will be charged to your bar tab at the end of the trip. Special orders are to be noted on your booking form in the “Drinks Special Order” box.
(Please note: As we are fully licenced, No Alcohol is to be brought onboard)
On “Big Cat Reality” you will have the friendly and professional services of five “Big Cat” Crew, who are dedicated to your safety and the smooth running of the vessel’s operation during your enjoyable and rewarding fishing trip. The crew consist of the Captain, three deck crew and our Chef. All crew are well trained and looking forward to seeing you on your trip of a lifetime.
Guests are required to bring along all their own fishing gear including tackle. We do offer a small range of tackle onboard however we always encourage you to speak with your local tackle store and grab the best advise and gear.
Check out all the latest Wilson tackle and tips: Wilson Fishing
Bundy local tackle store: Bundaberg Tackle World
Reality Fishing Charters operates within the regulations of the Department of Primary Industry Qld. These regulations govern fish sizes, species, bag limits and reef closures that apply to our guests, Please make yourself familiar with these regulations. (Click here to see the Qld Fishing Regulations). We recommend to download the following app. QLD Fishing 2.0 onto your phone/device.
You are not required to hold any fishing licences to fish on our trips.
Our crew will clean and fillet your catch then it will be cryovac sealed before being frozen to ensure freshness.
In the spirit of fairness and good team-ship: At the end of the trip the whole catch is evenly divided between all active fishers. Everyone should get a nice pack of fish to take home.
Car parking at Bundaberg Port Marina:
There is ample free car parking at the Marina with lockup parking available for an additional $10 per day fee. (please advise when Booking)
“Bundy Shuttle Service” can transfer 1,2 or a group of 16 from the Bundaberg Airport to the Bundaberg Port Marina at very reasonable rates. Give John a call on 0421413446 or email: shuttlebuses@hotmail.com
Check out our local hotel “Light House Hotel”
Located only 10 mins from the marina Gavin and his team will look after you and your mates with cold beer, great meals and good clean accommodation. Courtesy Bus available if required.
Contact: (07) 41594202
Email: office@lighthousehotel.net.au
Can I contact “Big Cat Reality” while she is out at sea. Our operation takes guests to beautiful and remote locations that are well outside normal mobile phone service. However Big Cat is fitted with a Satellite phone system that give us up to date weather information and full phone coverage at all times. The cost of calls can be high, however for emergency use can be used.
“Big Cat Reality” Sat Phone Number: +870773949029
Check out our “Rocket Deals” page for the latest trips and adventures.
I hope the above is what you were looking for and hope to see you on board soon. If you have any further inquiries (please send us an e-mail info@bigcatreality.com ) or just give us a call on 07 3204 9340.
East Cay Reef is a tropical reef in the north eastern part of the Swains Reef group.
Trip Itinerary
Departure Day: All guests are to arrive at Bundaberg Port Marina between 2.30pm and 3pm . The crew will show you where to stow your gear and give you a tour of the vessel before you meet the other guests on the top deck for some refreshments. Once all guests have arrived the Master will conduct a Safety brief as we prepare the vessel for sea. We will depart Bundaberg Port Marina before 7pm. We steam due north straight for Swains Reef before preparing your gear for the weeks fishing.
Day 1: This Morning you awake to a fresh breakfast and the opportunity to hookup as we head towards Swains Reef. Enjoy a cooked lunch while we continue to steam north. Troll through Swains Reef with a arrival at East Cay later that evening.
Day 2: Wake up at East Cay to your first morning session on the tenders. 7am to 11:30am with Lunch from 12:00 to 1:00pm. The afternoon session is 1:00pm to 5:00pm.
Afternoon snacks are served before the main meal at 6:30pm.
Day 3, Day 4, Day 5, Day 6, Day 7 are all spent on location at East Cay Reef and surrounding reefs with the opportunity for the following:
Day 8: Enjoy a long sleep, full day of relaxation and catching up with your mates on the back deck discussing your epic week of fishing this remote location.
Day 9: We will arrive back in Bundaberg overnight where a hot breakfast is served. The crew assist you with your gear before we farewell all guests around 7:30am.
Sounds too good to be true? It’s not! You are receiving this great deal because:
We plan trips well in advance so you can book ahead and save;
The trip will only run if it reaches minimum numbers;
This allows us to operate more efficiently and pass the savings on to you.
If the trip doesn’t reach minimum numbers, you receive a full refund.
So by ensuring we have a full boat for the scheduled date, we can offer you this great “Rocket Deal”
Cancellation Policy
Are you sick of organizing group bookings for trips but then not get your numbers or people let you down? Reality Fishing Charters can tailor a fishing trip for you at competitive rates. Let us set up a “Rocket Deal” for your group and offer you the following advantages:
Transparent booking process
Live up dates on passenger numbers with real commitments
Offer your group exclusive deals with your own lock out periods
Passenger numbers are confirmed before you book flights and accommodation
Your trip can be networked with other groups to top up your numbers
Be part of a successful trip that everyone can look forward to and enjoy
Interstate & International packages are available on request.
Contact us bookings@bigcatreality.com
(7 Day Swains Line Fishing Trip)
Guests for the week liveaboard trips board at Bundaberg Port Marina between 11am and 12 noon on the departure day. You will arrive back to the marina by around 5am on the 7th day and depart the vessel after breakfast by around 8am.
(9 Day Coral Sea Sports Fishing Trip)
Guests for the 9 day liveaboard trips board at Bundaberg Port Marina
(Kenn Reef Trips) between 12:00 pm and 12:30 pm on the departure day. Guests board the vessel at 1:00 pm. You will arrive back to the marina by around 5am on the 9th day and depart the vessel after breakfast by around 8am.
(Wreck and Cato Reef Trip) between 3:00 pm and 3:30 pm on the departure day. Guests board the vessel at 4pm. You will arrive back to the marina by around 5am on the 7th day and depart the vessel after breakfast by around 8am.
Address:
15-17 Marina Dr
Burnett Heads (20min drive out of Bundaberg Qld)
QLD 4670, Australia
“Big Cat Reality” is a 25m liveaboard vessel that caters for 18 to 21 guests. She is all steel (164 tonne) and is well set up for extended fishing adventures with 7 fishing tenders and a rescue boat onboard. Big Cat is well appointed with all the latest electronic navigational equipment including interactive navigational screens on the back deck for your use. (Click here for full details)
Our seven fishing tenders are “4.3m Smart Waves” which are specifically set up to help you get the most out of your fishing experience. Each 4.3m tender is set up with the following:
Note:
“Big Cat Reality” is set up with large, comfortable bunk style accommodation which is fully air-conditioned and spacious to minimize sea sickness. Everyone gets a separate bunk with privacy curtains, power points and luggage storage area. They are located in the middle of the ship and down low which is the best place to be – No pokey bow berths! All bed linen and a bath towel are provided for the on-board fresh water showers. We’re sure you will have a pleasurable and comfortable stay on-board.
“Big Cat Reality” offers professionally presented meals prepared on-board by our qualified chefs for you to enjoy throughout your trip. Meals include: hot breakfasts, hot & cold lunches and of course the famous Big Cat Seafood Night. You will also enjoy healthy fruit platters and other exhilarating taste bud sensations for afternoon teas. If you have any dietary requirements, please advise us at the time of booking. This will allow our chefs to cater for your needs.
“Big Cat Reality” is a fully licenced vessel. We have a electronic POS system that caters for individual consumption and can provide a print out of the drinks consumed at the end of your trip. (“Only pay for what you drink”)
2023 Drink Prices:
Soft Drinks: Coke, Coke Zero, Solo, Lemonade, water.
XXXX Beers: XXXX Gold, XXXX Bitter.
Other Standers Beers: Great Northern Super Crisp, Great Northern Original.
Premium Beers: Corona.
UDL Cans: Bundaberg Rum & Cola, Jim Beam & Cola, Canadian Club & Dry, Jack Daniels & Cola, Bundaberg alcoholic ginger beer.
Wine bottles: Red – Shiraz. White – Sav Blanc.
Bottles of Spirits: You can order your favourite bottle
“Special Orders” You can order alternate beverages for your trip however please be aware any remaining drinks will be charged to your bar tab at the end of the trip. Special orders are to be noted on your booking form in the “Drinks Special Order” box.
(Please note: As we are fully licenced, No Alcohol is to be brought onboard)
On “Big Cat Reality” you will have the friendly and professional services of five “Big Cat” Crew, who are dedicated to your safety and the smooth running of the vessel’s operation during your enjoyable and rewarding fishing trip. The crew consist of the Captain, three deck crew and our Chef. All crew are well trained and looking forward to seeing you on your trip of a lifetime.
Guests are required to bring along all their own fishing gear including tackle. We do offer a small range of tackle onboard however we always encourage you to speak with your local tackle store and grab the best advise and gear.
Check out all the latest Wilson tackle and tips: Wilson Fishing
Bundy local tackle store: Bundaberg Tackle World
Reality Fishing Charters operates within the regulations of the Department of Primary Industry Qld. These regulations govern fish sizes, species, bag limits and reef closures that apply to our guests, Please make yourself familiar with these regulations. (Click here to see the Qld Fishing Regulations). We recommend to download the following app. QLD Fishing 2.0 onto your phone/device.
You are not required to hold any fishing licences to fish on our trips.
Our crew will clean and fillet your catch then it will be cryovac sealed before being frozen to ensure freshness.
In the spirit of fairness and good team-ship: At the end of the trip the whole catch is evenly divided between all active fishers. Everyone should get a nice pack of fish to take home.
Car parking at Bundaberg Port Marina:
There is ample free car parking at the Marina with lockup parking available for an additional $10 per day fee. (please advise when Booking)
“Bundy Shuttle Service” can transfer 1,2 or a group of 16 from the Bundaberg Airport to the Bundaberg Port Marina at very reasonable rates. Give John a call on 0421413446 or email: shuttlebuses@hotmail.com
Check out our local hotel “Light House Hotel”
Located only 10 mins from the marina Gavin and his team will look after you and your mates with cold beer, great meals and good clean accommodation. Courtesy Bus available if required.
Contact: (07) 41594202
Email: office@lighthousehotel.net.au
Can I contact “Big Cat Reality” while she is out at sea. Our operation takes guests to beautiful and remote locations that are well outside normal mobile phone service. However Big Cat is fitted with a Satellite phone system that give us up to date weather information and full phone coverage at all times. The cost of calls can be high, however for emergency use can be used.
“Big Cat Reality” Sat Phone Number: +870773949029
Check out our “Rocket Deals” page for the latest trips and adventures.
I hope the above is what you were looking for and hope to see you on board soon. If you have any further inquiries (please send us an e-mail info@bigcatreality.com ) or just give us a call on 07 3204 9340.
