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Allan's Barra


Brazier Barramundi


Yates Barra


Darwin Sailfish


Jarrod Day Barra


Claire barramundi


Charlie Micallef
Fishing Videos

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


A short version of one of Charlies video's

Group bookings can have a permanent record of their trophies and adventures in the wilderness of the Top End throughout the duration of the safari.
Charlie uses Sony high-definition cameras, and your DVD will be on a 16.9 format, will run for approximately 30-40 minutes, enough time to relive all the action. Your Darwins Barra Base (Customer DVD ) comes in a specially designed cover, only available for Darwin's Barra Base Customers. And is signed by Allan Beale and Charlie Micallef

sailfish bonanza in Darwin waters
Sailfish Bonanza in Darwin Waters

When you land fish like this sailfish, or giant metre-plus barramundi, there's nothing like having a quality video to back up your bragging rights. :)

The video costs of $800 per Safari plus Charlies airfares from Melbourne , accommodation, food and drink (no alcohol) can be shared amongst the group.

Charlie Micallef is a Fishnet Proangler who has spent many years filming many people catching their fish of a lifetime. He has produced his own series of DVDs, "Savage Seas Adventures", and runs a fishing guide service where he also features this fantastic offer.

Make no mistake Charlie Micallef will capture the special moments of your day with Darwin's Barra Base.

For more information on Charlie Micallef and Savage Seas Adventures logon to www.savageseasadventures.com.au

Charlie Micallef
Charlie Micallef

Charlie has made a name for himself as a pro-reporter on Fishnet.com.au over the years and then turned his hand to making local fishing DVD's about snapper and gummy sharks. Recently he joined the ranks of Salty Dog Films. His underwater diving skills, camera experience and good old fashioned charisma make him a valuable asset to the fishing/media industry - both in front of and behind the camera.

Tune into Charlie on Friday morning's in Melbourne on 97.7FM and on Saturday morning, SEN 1116AM and on 94.7FM The Pulse and hear what's going on around the Port Phillip, Bass Strait and Western port


Mark Berg Fishing Addiction TV Show to be filmed over a 3 Day Safari
23rd to 25th June 2010.
This will be aired on Foxtel's Lifestyle Channel across Australia. Be part of the action, taking bookings now for a group of 4 persons on the second Boat, only $600pp per day. Call us on 8945 0376

2,3,4 & 5 Day
Barra to Sailfish/Pelagics Bluewater Safaris


2010 Safari Start dates and availability as at 22nd February 2010;

April/May Avl June Avl July Avl August Avl
7 Day
Start: 21stApr

1 5 Day
Start: 3rd
4 4 Day
Start: 3rd
8 4 Day
Start: 3rd
8
4 Day
Start: 3rdMay

0    
   
  3-5 Day
Start: 7th
8 3 Day
Start: 7th
8
2 Day
Start: 11th May
0 3 Day
Start: 9th
0 2 Day
Start: 10th
8 3-4 Day
Start: 17th
8
3 Day
Start: 19 th
or 20th May
8 4 Day
Start: 22nd
4 4 Day
Start: 19th
8
   
   
 
5 Day
Start: 23rd May

0 3 Day
Start: 23rd
Mark Berg
TV Safari
4 2-4 Day
Start: 23rd
8
2-4 Day
Start: 21st
8


September Avl October Avl November Avl
5 Day Safari
Start: 2nd
5 3-5 Day Safari
Start: 1st
8 4 Day Safari
Start: 1st
8



4 Day Safari
Start: 13th
8 3 Day Safari
Start:12th
8
4 Day Safari
Start: 14th
8 4 Day Safari
Start: 17th
8    
  
 
2 Day Safari
Start: 18th
8 3 Day Safari
Start: 18th
8 4 Day Safari
Start: 16
th
8
2-3 Day Safari
Start: 20th
8 4 Day Safari
Start: 30th
8

Green numeral (8) indicates seats available.

Orange ( 2 ) indicates limited seats on existing safaris.

Red Zero (0)indicates fully booked
Can cater up to 12 Pax Fishing Safari Group anytime if needed.


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

black spot bluewater fish 4 jewfish

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)

Darwins Barra Base Home Contact Information;

It may be a recent technical problem has prevented us receiving some emails.

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.