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Allan's Barra


Brazier Barramundi


Yates Barra


Darwin Sailfish


Jarrod Day Barra


Claire barramundi


Barra Run Off Fishing

Enjoy Barra Run Off Fishing with Darwins Barra Base experienced guides fishing for metre plus barramundi at Shady Camp, Corroboree Billabong and other NT rivers.

Top End Barramundi Fishing Holiday

February-May  2010

Darwin's Barra Base is pleased to announce an extensive range
of 3,4,5 & 6 day Barramundi Fishing Safaris for the 2010 Run Off Season.

Barra Run Off Specials now on to fill two cancelled Safari groups due to client Issues.
* 5 Day Barra Run Off Safari 22 March - Discounted to $580pp per day
* 6 Day Mothership Barra Run Off Safari 30 March - Discounted to $680pp per day
Call 1800 777 420 to lock in the fishing experience of a lifetime.


See our Barra Run Off Fishing Safaris in action.




These safaris have been carefully designed to take advantage of tides and wet season run off water to provide the most exciting fishing.

Read more about Run-Off Barramundi Fishing and why certain tides and conditions produce Peak Barramundi Fishing.


3,4,5 & 6 Day PEAK Barra Run Off Safaris

2010 Safari Start Dates and Availability
as at 24th February 2010;

Green blocks indicate Neap Tides,  Blue blocks Spring Tides

February
Shady Camp
Avl March
Shady Camp
Avl April
Shady Camp
Avl May/June
Finnis River Barra/
Sailfish/Pelagics
Avl
3-4 Day
Start: 1st
- 2 Day
Start: 1st
0 3 Day
Start: 6th
IFISH Jarrod/Charlie
1 4 Day
Start: 3rd May
Finniss River
0



3 Day
Start: 3rd
1 3 Day
Start: 9th
2 3 Day Barra FS
Start: 7th
6
2 Day
Start: 6th & 7th
- 3 Day
Start: 8th
12 5 Day
Start: 15th
5 2 Day Barra FS
Start: 8th
2
5 Day
Start: 7th
- 3 Day
Start: 11th
0 7 DBBFS 
Start: 21st
Finnis or Dundee
1 2 Day
Start: 11th May
Finniss /Dundee
0
4 Day
Start: 16th
- 5 Day
Start: 16th
0 3 Day
Start:
22nd
Finnis or Shady
2 3 Day
Start: 15
th May
Shady Camp
12
3-6 Day
Start: 21st

- 5 Day
Start: 22nd
4 Day
Start: 23rd
0 3 Day
Start: 19th or 20th May
 Sailfish
 Pelagic Bluewater
12
3 Day
Start: 21
st
- 6 Day
Start: 30th

Mothership
4 4 Day
Start: 28th
4 5 Day
Start: 23rd May
Finniss/ Dundee
0
3 Day
Start: 24th

- 5 Day
Start: 30th
1 3 Day
Start: 29th

5 2 Day Barra FS
25  May
Finniss River
1
Barra safaris at Daly and Finnis River also available
from 19th April to end of June 2010
Click here for Daly/Finniss Safari Itinerary
Barra & Bluewater Safaris at Dundee also available
from May 1st to November 2010
Click here for Barra & Bluewater Itinerary

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Green numeral (12) indicates seats available.
Orange ( 2 ) indicates limited seats on existing safaris.
Red Zero (0)indicates fully booked
Can cater up to 12 Person Fishing Safari Group anytime if needed. (4 per boat)



For Details and Itinerary check the Safaris below;

Book Now, Groups 4-8-12 Wanted.

It Will Be Fantastic Fishing in 2010 as Usual.

Taking an extended Safari means more quality fishing time, with less time spent travelling to the fishing.

Enjoy great Cabin Style Accommodation at lodges close to remote Safari Fishing destinations to make the most of your time fishing and relaxing.

Catering for groups of 12,8,4,couples and individuals

Contact Darwins Barra Base now to secure your safari;

FREE CALL 1800 777 420

mail : 2 Todd Crescent Malak NT 0812
phone: +61 8 8945 0376
fax : +61 8 8945 0379
email: click here for our new contact page

60lb barramundi
A Darwin Barra Base guide helps client Claire and her friend hold a
60lb Barramundi

Danny Kelf’s First Barra 129cm 60+ Lb
First Barramundi !
       129cm for Danny Kelf

A very nice Barra

Russell Ferguson's
108cm Barramundi

To Access these Safaris please click here to contact us ASAP to ensure you gain the best tides and times for the month of your choosing by booking now.

Darwins Barra Base Boats on Safari

See details on why Darwins Barra Base Safaris will give and your friends
the Fishing Adventure of a lifetime, Click here


Typical Itinerary Details of a 5 Day Barra Run Off Fishing Safari are:

  • Fly in Day 2010

    Depart Home state flights arranged by self (times TBA). Arrive Darwin and transfer to Darwin’s Barra Base B & B. Courtesy Bus pick up from airport free if arrive before 7.30pm, if after get a taxi to 2 Todd Cres Malak. Our rates include first night accommodation at Darwins Barra Base for repeat business groups and new groups of 4 or more, otherwise it's at normal room rates.

  • 1st Day 2010

    Travel early to Mary River - Shady Camp and complete full day Barra fishing with Darwin’s Barra Base chasing the almighty Saltwater Barra. Approx 5.30pm park boat and move to Point Stuart Wilderness Lodge for swim, relaxation, evening meal & overnight accommodation.

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    Fantastic Fishing in Great Guide Boats with Experienced Guides
    in comfortable Accommodation.

     

  • 2nd-4th Day 2010

    Up approx 5.30am early breaky and out early to get to the right spot to do that Barra fishing, or chasing and pulling up the freight train of the sea those metre-plus Black Jewfish, or pulling up 7-8Kg Golden Snappers. Most just smile their heads off whilst holding up 30lb, 40lb, or 50lb plus Big Slapper Barramundi’s. Depending on the tidal influence we normally return back to Boat Ramp approx 6 pm. Clean and prepare boat for next day, travel back to Point Stuart Wilderness Lodge. Down a couple of coldies at the bar, shower, rest up or go for a swim. Take in the evening meal, have a few drinks & sleep.

  • 5th Day 2010

    Up approx 5.30am, pack up clothing pack bags and leave cabins, place luggage in storage. Early breakfast and out fishing, returning back to Boat Ramp approx 3pm clean & refuel boat etc. Travel to Point Stuart Wilderness Lodge approx 4 pm. Pay accounts and return to Darwin’s Barra Base B&B. Unpack car, swim, rest drink and prepare for evening meal where individual awards are issued.

  • 5th - 6thDay 2010

    Fly out midnight of 5th Day or stay over for 6th Day at B&B and have day off (sleep in & relax) – own arrangements around Darwin, fly back to home state or stay at our B&B and sight see our Northern Territory (flights arranged by self).

Please note that the actual fishing destination for the Barra Run Off Fishing Safari is normally completed at the Mary River System, however we go where the fish are biting best and this may mean moving to the Finniss River or Daly River. 


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Darwins Barra Base Home Contact Information;

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If you have contacted us and not received a reply, please use
FREECALL 1800 777 420 to ensure your enquiry was received.

Thank You

FREE CALL: 1800 777 420

mail : 2 Todd Crescent Malak NT 0812
phone: +61 8 8945 0376
fax : +61 8 8945 0379
email:
Click here to email Darwin's Barra Base.

Catch metre-plus barramundi
Darwin Barramundi

Safari Specials

Book Now
Feb to May 2010
Barramundi Fishing at it's best during the Run-Off season.
call Heather now on 1800 777 420 for the best tides still available.
Click here for full contact details

Barra Run Off Safaris Special Discounts to fill Cancelled Bookings due to client issues.
22 March Safari
30 March Mothership Safari
Prices & Details here

Video of barramundi fishing with Mark Berg on a Darwins Barra Base Safari
New Barra Fishing Video



Professional Video
of your Safari

Video of barramundi fishing by Charlie Micallef
Safari Video

Long time fisherman and media professional, Charlie Micallef is available to produce a top quality video recording of your fishing adventures in the NT.
Details here...




2010 Barra Run Off Safaris

August 14, 2009

Booking seats now will avoid missing a place on a 2010 Barra Run Off Safari with Darwins Barra base. Now three great purpose built boats allows more people to experience the fantastic barramundi fishing available during the February to May Barra Run Off season in the Northern Territory.read more...

Latest News

Barra & Sailfish Safari

Jan 31st 2010

Mark Berg Fishing TV Show to be filmed over 3 Day Safari 23-25 June 2010. This will be aired on Foxtel's Lifestyle Channel across Australia. Be part of the action, we are taking bookings now for a group of 4 persons on the second boat. Full Safari Start dates here..
Call us on (08) 89450376


Barra Mothership Safari

March 30th 2010

The ultimate Barra Fishing Safari, based on a Mothership at the mouth of the Mary River, provides 6 days of fishing most people only dream about. Read more...

Allan and Heather Beale

Your hosts – Heather and Allan Beale have lived in Darwin for over two decades. They know the Territory and pride themselves on making every visitor feel a special part of their family.