Fishing Some of Victoria’s Best Waters

Sorrento Fishing Charters is based at the southern end of the Mornington Peninsula, around 1.5 hours from Melbourne. From here, we fish the waters of Port Phillip Bay, The Rip and Bass Strait aboard Lady Timaru, our 41-foot Westcoaster.

Fishing Charters Near Melbourne

Just 1.5 hours from Melbourne, our charters depart from Sorrento Pier on the Mornington Peninsula. Choose from 4 to 10-hour trips across Port Phillip Bay, The Rip and Bass Strait. We follow the seasons, conditions and what’s biting.

Port Phillip Bay Fishing Charters

Bass Strait & Offshore Fishing Charters

When conditions allow, our longer charters head through Port Phillip Heads into Bass Strait chasing gummy shark, kingfish and Southern Bluefin tuna. Offshore, the weather calls the shots, we fish where the best opportunities are.

Shared Fishing Charters

Coming solo, as a couple or with a few mates? Jump aboard, meet a few fellow fishos and leave the rest to us. Rods, reels, bait and tackle are all supplied.

Private Fishing Charters

Your crew. Your boat for the trip. No strangers, no set agenda, just your people and Lady Timaru. Private charters include 10 guests, with room for more up to capacity.

Kids Fishing Charters

Get them hooked early. Less screen time, more fishing time. Fun, hands-on trips around Port Phillip Bay chasing squid, whiting, flathead with seals, dolphins and other marine life often joining the adventure.

Fishing the Mornington Peninsula

Sorrento puts us right between Port Phillip Bay and Bass Strait, a pretty good place to be a fisho. We follow the seasons and conditions, chasing everything from snapper, whiting and squid to gummy shark, kingfish and tuna.

Ocean Cruises from Sorrento

Same boat, different kind of adventure. Cruise the Mornington Peninsula coastline, Port Phillip Heads and, when conditions allow, Bass Strait. Plenty of local marine life along the way.

Fishing Gift Vouchers

For the person who doesn’t need more stuff. Give them a fishing trip instead. Our gift vouchers can be used towards an SFC charter, letting them choose the trip and date that suits them.

Farewells & Memorials at Sea

A peaceful and personal way to say goodbye. Our private memorials depart from Sorrento onto Port Phillip Bay, giving your family the time and space to farewell a loved one at sea.

Sorrento Fishing Charters

Independently owned and operated from Sorrento on the Mornington Peninsula. From Port Phillip Bay to Bass Strait, we’re all about fishing, cruising and good days on the water.