Heralded as one of the best fishing locations in Australia, Cobourg Peninsula Arnhem Land is an idyllic setting where fish are abundant and people are sparse. Jutting from the Northern Territory's north coast, this fishing mecca includes Gurig National Park, encompassing the Peninsula, and the surrounding waters in Cobourg Marine Park. Cape Don is the site of a historic lighthouse built in 1916 which is still in operation today, and Cape Don Lodge is within the newly renovated Head Lighthouse Keeper's homestead. The 5 bedroom lodge accommodates 12 guests and provides exclusive access to spectacular coastline, remote islands and unspoilt sandy beaches of Cape Don.
Cape Don is renowned for its diverse range of sports fishing experiences making it a fisherman's paradise virtually all year round. Accessible from Cape Don are mangrove lined creeks, sandy island cays, fringing reef and rocky outcrops in deep bluewater, all ideal fishing environments. The Northern Territory’s icon fish, the barramundi, awaits the challenge of the keen angler. Our experienced guides and the use of our modern, fully equipped boats with comfortable, swivel seats and casting platform will ensure a great fishing experience.
Cape Don has access to a wide variety of saltwater fly fishing environments for the experienced or the novice fly fisherman wanting that “catch of a lifetime”. Site casting in the clear flats and estuary systems, the challenge of the big pelagic fish in the bluewater and the precision casting for barramundi amongst the mangroves are all possible fly fishing experiences. The Lodge has a fly tying station for the fly rodders wanting to try new fly styles on site with their experienced guide. Fly rods for practice or training, and specialty saltwater flies are available at the Lodge.
Property amenities:
Although remote, Cape Don is the site of a historic lighthouse built in 1916 which is still in operation today. The accommodation is within the newly renovated Head Lighthouse Keeper’s homestead and is fitted with modern facilities offering the charm of the past era and yet the comfort required after an exhilarating day of adventure on the waters surrounding Cape Don.
The Lodge has 5 large bedrooms, all fitted with ceiling fans above each bed, and with each bedroom opening on to a large veranda. A large dining and lounge area, a games room and a spa pool ensure that guests at Cape Don enjoy a unique homestead style atmosphere. Guests at Cape Don are limited to twelve (12) at any one time and it is this exclusive access that provides the sense of unspoiled, unique wilderness.
Cape Don makes an ideal incentive destination for small groups with adventure as the primary focus, offering the exclusive use of the Lighthouse facilities and surrounding landscape as far as the eye can see.
Nearby attractions and activities:
For the non-angler Cape Don offers spectacular scenery in unspoiled areas where only a few people have ventured. The creeks and surrounding coastline offer a myriad of bird species and marine life. The smooth sandy beaches of Cobourg Peninsula are not often disturbed by mans’ footprints, only by the tracks left behind by the crocodiles, goannas and sea turtles which have used these beaches for thousands of years.
The Cobourg Marine Park was also established to protect the coastline with its unique fringing reef, home to prevalent sea turtles, dugong and manta rays to name a few, all of which are still traditionally hunted by the local Aboriginal custodians. Guests at Cape Don have the approval of the Aboriginal custodians to enter these traditional hunting grounds to view the spectacular wildlife and marine life previously only experienced by the local Aboriginal people.
Private picnic lunches on a sandy island, exploring endless sandy beaches for turtle nests and crocodile slides, hunting for the giant mud crabs with a locally made Aboriginal spear, are all possible activities for the adventurer who is fortunate enough to stay at Cape Don. Guests can visit with their guide, a monsoonal rainforest only meters from white sandy beaches and explore a unique coral reef system within a spectacular mangrove lined creek - an ideal area for the bird enthusiast.
Location:
Cape Don is situated on the most north west tip of Arnhem Land, Northern Territory
Policy:
BOOKING CONDITIONS
A 30% deposit is required on reservation to secure the booking with full payment due at least 30 days prior to arrival.
CANCELLATIONS
30% cancellation fee greater than 30 days prior to arrival.
50% cancellation fee 30 days to 7days prior to arrival.
100% cancellation fee 7 days or less prior to arrival.
We strongly recommend obtaining travel insurance to cover any cancellation fees.
Packages:
3 NIGHTS/3 DAYS Wednesday to Saturday - $1900 - $3400 p/p
4 NIGHTS/4 DAYS Saturday to Wednesday - $2350 - $4350 p/p
7 NIGHTS/7 DAYS Saturday to Saturday - $3700 - $7200 p/p
Notes: Package prices include airfare ex Darwin return. Sat and Wed flights depart Darwin at 15:30pm and return to Darwin at approx.17:30pm. A surcharge of $100 p/p may apply if flights are requested outside the regular flight schedule.
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