The Wessel Islands in the Northern Territory are Australia’s premier saltwater fly fishing destination, offering an untouched paradise for adventurous anglers. This remote chain of islands boasts crystal-clear waters, pristine coral reefs, and an incredible diversity of hard-fighting sportfish, including permit, giant trevally, queenfish, and golden trevally. What makes a fly fishing trip here truly unique is the sheer isolation—accessible only by mothership, the Wessels provide anglers with exclusive access to unpressured waters, hidden sand flats, and deep water drop-offs teeming with life. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience where every cast offers the chance to land a trophy fish in one of Australia’s last true wilderness frontiers.
Where You Will Fish
The Wessel Islands are one of Australia’s most remote and untouched fly fishing destinations.
Nestled at the top of the Northern Territory, the archipelago is completely uninhabited and given its remote location, has remained largely untouched by people since the 19th century. The only small remnants that remain on land are those which date back to WW2. The Islands themselves present a network of coves, clear sandy flats, mangroves and freshwater creeks bringing an unrivalled diversity of species and create a true fly fisherman’s paradise.
‘The Wessels’ in collaboration with Aussie Fly Fisher & Wildcard Luxury Tours are currently the only licensed operator accessing these pristine island flats.
The Fly Fishing Trip Details
Your 6 day, 7 night trip is completed aboard a spacious 70ft Mothership – ‘Wildcard’ along with three tenders with electric motors. The Wildcard family have over 40 years experience in the region and will ensure your fly fishing trip is a memorable one, both on and off the flats.
Two species of Indo-Pacific Permit are available – T.Anak and T.Blochii, as well as the endemic Blue Bastards and Black Spotted Tusk Fish also provide an inviting flats challenge. If you are looking for variety, Queenfish, Barramundi, Giant Trevally, Spanish Mackerel, Coral Trout, Golden Trevally, Brassy Trevally and Giant Herring all inhabit the flats, mangrove creeks and rocky island channels.
Join the team at Aussie Fly Fishers for an incredible adventure in one of Australia’s truly most remote fly fishing destinations.
Your Guides
Your guides on this trip are the team from Aussie Fly Fishers.
How We Work With Aussie Fly Fishers
As a native born Australian I understand the travel distances and the key things that are important when you want to travel to a destination like Australia. We work closely with the team at Aussie Fly Fishers to put together an end to end itinerary for you, so all you need to do is pack your bags, pick up your passport and head to the airport.
Prices are shown in Australian dollars (AUD), as the exchange rate fluctuates daily. The US Dollar is currently very strong against the AUD which means you will be paying less for your trip. The current exchange rate as at 2/16/2025 is 0.63 cents. You pay 63 cents for every $1 Australian.
Note that prices shown in the page image are starting prices only. Trips will be customized and fully quoted at time of inquiry. Prices shown do not include airfares, either internationally or domestically within Australia.
Extend Your Stay
We can assist with additional days in Australia, whether that is before or after your fishing trip. It is also possible to combine trips to different parts of Australia with different guides. Why not try different areas whilst you are there.