Bass Strait & Port Phillip Bay — Two Fishing Worlds from Sorrento

From Sorrento Pier we’ve got something pretty special  — access to two totally different fishing playgrounds: the calm, sheltered waters of Port Phillip Bay and the wild, open sea of Bass Strait. Whether you’re after a chilled day with the kids or chasing monster tuna offshore, we’ve got both worlds covered.

Fishing Port Phillip Bay

• Sheltered waters, perfect for families & first-timers
•  Famous for snapper runs, whiting, flathead & calamari
•  Great year-round option when the Strait is too rough
•  Easy-going vibe, plenty of fish for the esky

Fishing Bass Strait

•  Offshore adventure through the Rip (heads) into open water
•  Target bigger species — southern bluefin tuna, kingfish, gummy sharks
•  More action, more swell, more adrenaline
•  Perfect for experienced anglers or anyone chasing the big stuff

Why Sorrento’s the Sweet Spot

•  Our boat Timaru is based right at the pier — one of the closest launch points to Bass Strait
•  You can pick your adventure — calm bay trip or offshore deep sea
•  Both options deliver fresh fish, good vibes, and stories worth telling

Captain’s Note

“That’s the beauty of fishing out of Sorrento , one side you’ve got Port Phillip Bay for easy fun, the other side is Bass Strait where things get wild. No matter what you’re chasing, we know where the fish are biting.”