About Snapper
The scientific name for Snapper is Pagrus Auratus.
How to identify a Snapper
Typically the tail, side fins and top half of the body are pink in colour. Along the upper body you will see a series of blue spots. These blue spots can fade as the snapper gets older. The fins at the bottom can range from pale pink to a creamy white. The larger snapper sometimes have a large bony bulge on the snout. Snapper are a desired fishing species as the are excellent eating. A lot of fishermen refer to Snapper as Pinkies.
Snapper or Pinkies are usually found close to shore or by reefs in the deep sea. The average size of the catch is between 3 to 5 kilograms using a light fishing line. But dont be surprised if you hook onto a Pinkie thats around 7 kilograms.
During the peak season the harbour of Sydney can become crowded. Our skipper will set off from the Cronulla Wharf and be in the ideal fishing spots in minutes. And there will be more fish and they will be bigger! It is best to catch snapper is in the early morning fishing or later afternoon fishing are the best times to catch Snapper off the coast of Cronulla, Sydney. The snapper swim in depths ranging from 20 metres to 200 metres. And generally the further you are from shore the bigger the snapper get.
How to catch a Snapper
Snapper, also known as pinkies, are a popular and delicious species of fish that can be found in the waters off the coast of Australia and New Zealand. Here are a few tips for catching Snapper:
- Location: Snapper are typically found in coastal waters, particularly around rocky headlands, reef, and drop-offs. They also tend to congregate around schools of baitfish, so look for areas where baitfish are breaking the surface or where birds are diving into the water.
- Time of year: Snapper are typically caught all year round. However, the best time to catch them is during the warmer months when the water is warmer and the fish are more active.
- Technique: Bottom fishing with baits such as squid, pilchards, or worms is a common method for catching Snapper. Use a berley trail to attract the fish to your bait and a running sinker rig to keep your bait on the bottom.
- Bait: Live bait such as worms, squid, pilchards, and prawns are effective for catching Snapper.
- Gear: Use a strong fishing rod and reel with a fast action and a good drag system. Use a braided line with a fluorocarbon leader of at least 30 lb test.
What bait do i use to catch a Snapper fish?
Snapper, also known as pinkies, will take a variety of baits, but some of the most effective baits for catching them include:
- Live bait: Live worms, squid, pilchards, and prawns are all effective baits for catching Snapper. These baits should be hooked through the nose or behind the dorsal fin to mimic the natural swimming action of the baitfish.
- Dead bait: Dead baits such as squid, pilchards, and prawns can also be effective for catching Snapper. These baits should be fished on a weighted rig or with a slow-trolling technique.
- Soft Plastics: Soft plastic lures can also be effective for catching Snapper. These lures should be fished with a slow-jigging technique or by casting and retrieving.
- Berley: Using a berley trail to attract the fish to your bait can be a very effective way to increase your chances of catching Snapper. This can be made of fish scraps or commercial berley.
It's also important to remember that the best baits will vary depending on the location, time of year, and water conditions. It's always a good idea to ask local anglers or charter boat captains for advice on the best baits to use in a specific area.
It's also important to note that Snapper is a highly valued table fish, and therefore it's important to check the local regulations and size limits before catching them. Also, try to release them alive if possible to protect the population.
What Do You Need for Fishing in Sydney?
On all our fishing and deep sea fishing charters in Sydney all you need to bring are the right clothes depending on the weather conditions. We will supply everything else including bait, fishing rods and reels and fishing licence. At the end of our fishing trip you get to keep what you catch. We have 3 purpose build fishing vessels that have all the facilities and amenities you require.
Some of our popular Cronulla Fishing Charters adventures are listed below:
SHARE CHARTERS (Individual Bookings from $240pp)
Book Individual seats (from $240pp) on board our SHARED charters which operate every Saturday and Sunday mornings.
- Deep Sea Fishing Charters
- Reef Fishing Charters
PRIVATE CHARTERS (Morning + Afternoon Charters)
- Deep Sea Fishing Charters Cronulla
- Mahi Mahi Fishing Charters Cronulla
- Blue Eye Cod Fishing ChartersCronulla
- Kingfish Charters Cronulla
- Yellowfin Tuna Fishing Charter Cronulla
Fishing Charter Boats in Cronulla
All Fishing Boats that All at Sea Fishing Charters operate are fully equipped for your offshore fishing adventure. Rods, Reels, Lurers, Bait, Tackle, Sinkers, etc are all supplied within the price so all you need to bring on the day is some Food, Drinks and an esky to take home your catch !
Whether you are an individual looking to book a SHARED Deep Sea Fishing Charter for one or two people, or a group of 6-8 people looking for a Corporate or PRIVATE Fishing Charter, we have a number of experienced crew that will ensure your Cronulla Fishing Charter Adventure is memorable for the RIGHT reasons !!
Reef Fishing Charters Cronulla
Reef Fishing Charters and Deep Sea Fishing Charters for us are the same thing. This involves heading out offshore and fishing for different target species depending on the time of year. Some trips will be out on the deep reef fishing in 120m targeting snapper and other trips will be in on the inner reefs and wrecks. See below under Deep Sea Fishing charters for a better description of this adventure.
Please be aware, some other operators have different interpretations of Reef v's Deep Sea Fishing so it is always a good idea to ask the question before you book a charter and head out so you know what to expect.
Choose which Cronulla Reef Fishing Charter you are interested in -> SHARED or PRIVATE
Deep Sea Fishing Charters Cronulla
As mentioned above, Reef Fishing charters or Deep Sea Fishing Charters they are both the same. They involve dropping baits on reef or wreck (some type of structure) off the Cronulla coastline in anywhere from 30m - 120m of water. Depending on the location on the day, these offshore Fishing Adventures can produce an amazing range of fish species of which 90% are very delicious on the dinner plate. Some of the more popular species we regularly catch include: snapper, morwong, perch, leather jackets, flathead, kingfish, bonito, salmon as well as many more. If you are interested you can check out some of your recent trips via our blogs posts... The best thing about Deep Sea Fishing off Cronulla is that every time you wind up, it is like a lucky dip !!!!
Choose which Cronulla Deep Sea Charter you are interested in -> SHARED or PRIVATE
Blue Eye Cod Fishing Charters Cronulla
This involves heading out to Browns Mountain which is approx 30km off Cronulla coast and dropping huge baits in 300m-500m of water which is a Cronulla Fishing Charter adventure you don't get to do everyday . Also referred to as "Deep Dropping", we use Shimano Beastmaster Electric reels rigged with 80lb braid to bring up huge deep water fish such as Blue Eye Cod, Hapuka, Bass Groper, Gem fish, Dory and more.
No experience is required as our friendly crew will guide you through the day and show you how it is done.
Click here to Book -> BLUE EYE COD Fishing Charter Cronulla
Mahi Mahi Fishing Charters Cronulla
Mahi Mahi Fishing Charters Cronulla are very exciting and we must say that people can get addicted !! Mahi Mahi are very unique in both shape and colour and are found all around the world in warm water (ie: in excess of 22-23 degs). They are known around the world as: Mahi Mahi Fish, Dolphin Fish, Dollies and Dorado. They are a prized sports fish that can grow in excess of 20kg and arrive in numbers off the coast of Cronulla each year between December and May. Mahi Mahi Charters are PRIVATE bookings only with all fishing equipment supplied...
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Snapper Fishing Seasons Cronulla in Sydney
Fishing for snapper in Cronulla Sydney is something all anglers should do for their next fishing trip. You may heard the fish term pinkies, this is what most fishermen refer to as the famous Snapper. Snapper are prized for their excellent taste and the challenges they provide for anglers with all types of experience...
About - Snapper
- Size: 4 - 6kg (off Sydney)
- Food Rating: Excellent
- Territory: Offshore
