Portland Southern Bluefin Tuna Charters
Experience exciting Southern Bluefin Tuna fishing charters in Portland, Victoria with experienced skipper Matt Cini.
Portland is one of Australia's premier tuna fishing destinations, offering opportunities to target school tuna and powerful barrel tuna throughout the season.
Fishing Adventures with Matt Cini focuses on small private groups, creating personalised fishing experiences while sharing decades of local tuna fishing knowledge.
Whether you are an experienced angler or completely new to tuna fishing, trips are tailored to suit all experience levels.
No bookings until 2 October 2026. From then you can book guiding on your boat. Charters are unavailable until further notice. Tuesdays are office days and cannot be booked. Book guiding from 2 October 2026.
Trip Information
- 8 Hour Private Charter
- Start 7:00am
- Up to 4 People
- $1,650 whole boat · $412.50 per person (book 2–4 guests)
- Season: April–July (typical)
Departure point
Confirm the exact meet time and ramp details with Matt when you book.
Typical start is 7:00am for this 8-hour charter.
What May Be Included
- Trolling
- Deep diving hard bodies
- Spread setup
- Tuna techniques
- Local fishing knowledge
Before Your Trip
What to Bring
To ensure you have a comfortable and enjoyable day on the water, we recommend bringing the following items:
- Packed lunch and snacks
- Plenty of drinking water
- Appropriate clothing for the weather conditions
- Waterproof jacket
- Non-slip footwear
- Hat and sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Camera or phone for photos
- An esky or cooler in your vehicle ready to take your catch home
We Provide
Fishing Adventures with Matt Cini provides everything you need for a safe and successful day on the water, including:
- Quality fishing tackle and equipment
- Bait and lures
- All required safety equipment
- Professional instruction and guidance
- Fish cleaning (where applicable)
- Local knowledge and fishing techniques
- A friendly, relaxed and educational experience
Weather & Safety
Your safety is our highest priority.
If weather or sea conditions are considered unsafe, your trip may be postponed or rescheduled. Our goal is to provide the safest and most enjoyable experience possible.
Questions?
If you have any questions before your trip or you’re unsure what to bring, please refer to our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page.
We’ll continue building and expanding the FAQ page over time so it becomes a valuable resource for our clients.
Questions? Contact Matt · All Charters