Fishing the Northern Territory Australia

The Northern Territory has some of the best Estuary fishing in the world. Fresh and salt water collide along its vast coastline as many tidal rivers meet the ocean, providing the perfect environment for a fishing challenge.

The Daly, Victoria, Adelaide, Finniss and Mary Rivers are some examples of the Northern Territory's famous estuaries. They stretch from the Timor Sea and wind their way far inland, remaining tidal for many kilometres.

Kakadu National Park is also famous for its excellent Estuary fishing. The South and East Alligator Rivers that flow into the Park and on through Arnhem Land from the Timor Sea are favourites for many anglers.

Most Estuary fishing will require either trolling over the many hidden rockbars or casting into the smaller creeks that run from the floodplains. These creek mouths are a prime spot to hook a big one, as the fish congregate under the flow of fresh water running into the salt.

Access to the big rivers is easy. There are plenty of public boat ramps at different locations and most are connected via good roads. Join a local guide on a tour - they know the best spots and techniques, and their local knowledge can add an extra element of enjoyment to the experience.

Fish varieties caught in the Northern Territory's estuaries include threadfin and blue salmon, cod, queenfish.