Evopete55 Posted April 1, 2009 Share Posted April 1, 2009 Hi everyone, will be on Norfolk Island for a week over easter and looking for suggestions on Charters for half days as well as info on landbased spots. Regards Evopete. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cat-as-trophy Posted April 2, 2009 Share Posted April 2, 2009 If anyone is able to help out Evopete, please remember the site rules and send him a PM regarding Charters etc. Cheers Mrs Flightmanager Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arpie Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 I am envious of you - look forward to reading the report! Roberta Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evopete55 Posted April 6, 2009 Author Share Posted April 6, 2009 Did some searches on google and found a few charters, am looking at Jacksons so any info just PM me please.Any other info or experiences about the Island would be appreciated. Regards evopete. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisecraft Posted April 6, 2009 Share Posted April 6, 2009 Hi Evopete Google Adventure Bound and go to their web page and do a search for Norfolk Is.The boys from Adventure Bound went to Norfolk Is and went out on a charter.They also have video footage of catching a yellow fin tuna off the rocks. Regards Kit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glennmreid Posted April 6, 2009 Share Posted April 6, 2009 You will absoulutely love Norfolk Island. I was married on the island a few years ago. I have been numerous times as it is my favourite place. At one stage, I almost moved to the island as I love it so much.It is such a different way of life. The wildlife like cows have right of way. If you hit one, it was a $200 fine from the police.You will see them roam all over the place. Everyone leave their cars and homes unlocked as it is virtually crime free. I would suggest if you haven't already organised, hire a car as their is no public transport. Car hire is almost included in most accomodation, but if you have to organise your own, it is around $25-30 per day. In regards to fishing charters, I have sent you a PM with some info. With landbase, you are limited as the island is surrounded by high cliffs. You can fish off the beaches or the piers at Cascae or Kingston. When I was their last, you could buy a fishing guide for around $5 from the tourist information centre on the island in Burnt Pine, the main shopping area. Enjoy your stay on the island. I am really jealous. Must be almost time for us to go back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evopete55 Posted April 7, 2009 Author Share Posted April 7, 2009 You will absoulutely love Norfolk Island. I was married on the island a few years ago. I have been numerous times as it is my favourite place. At one stage, I almost moved to the island as I love it so much.It is such a different way of life. The wildlife like cows have right of way. If you hit one, it was a $200 fine from the police.You will see them roam all over the place. Everyone leave their cars and homes unlocked as it is virtually crime free. I would suggest if you haven't already organised, hire a car as their is no public transport. Car hire is almost included in most accomodation, but if you have to organise your own, it is around $25-30 per day. In regards to fishing charters, I have sent you a PM with some info. With landbase, you are limited as the island is surrounded by high cliffs. You can fish off the beaches or the piers at Cascae or Kingston. When I was their last, you could buy a fishing guide for around $5 from the tourist information centre on the island in Burnt Pine, the main shopping area. Enjoy your stay on the island. I am really jealous. Must be almost time for us to go back. Now I am really excited about our trip.Thanks for the info and will report when we return. Evopete. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glennmreid Posted April 7, 2009 Share Posted April 7, 2009 Enjoy your trp. Lookng forward to reading your report. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evopete55 Posted April 8, 2009 Author Share Posted April 8, 2009 Just received my monthly edition of Fishing World and there is a n article on Norfolk Is .Now I have an abundance of information. Evopete. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishguts Posted April 8, 2009 Share Posted April 8, 2009 Just received my monthly edition of Fishing World and there is a n article on Norfolk Is .Now I have an abundance of information. Evopete. hi evo! pm sent! and make sure you book in for convict night..riotous fun & food! ..cheers!..stevo!.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evopete55 Posted May 12, 2009 Author Share Posted May 12, 2009 Hi fellow Raiders,thought i better report on our Easter trip to Norfolk Island.We had a great week of tours,sightseeing and relaxation.Unfortunatly the wind and swell were up all week so could not venture out on a planned charter.I've added a photo of one of the boat launching piers which shows the conditions. A great bunch of locals which made our stay enjoyable.Highly recommended. Regards Evopete. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thomo Posted May 13, 2009 Share Posted May 13, 2009 Hi Evopete...sounds like a great trip...my guess is you didnt get any fishing done??..anyway i was wondering if you could tell me if the place is child friendly??...my anniversary is coming up and thought norfolk might be a good idea.... cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glennmreid Posted May 13, 2009 Share Posted May 13, 2009 Nice shot of Cascade pier. Lovely part of the world. Been there a few times and love it even more each trip. Hi Evopete...sounds like a great trip...my guess is you didnt get any fishing done??..anyway i was wondering if you could tell me if the place is child friendly??...my anniversary is coming up and thought norfolk might be a good idea.... cheers Very much recommend it for your anniversary. I was married on the island. Absolutely love the place. People are so friendly. It is child friendly. Plenty for the kids to do and see. If you like the water and it isn't too cold. Emily bay is very safe. Protected from the swell by a reef. I would highly recommend it for your anniversary and kids. If you need any more info, feel free to ask. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evopete55 Posted May 13, 2009 Author Share Posted May 13, 2009 Hi Evopete...sounds like a great trip...my guess is you didnt get any fishing done??..anyway i was wondering if you could tell me if the place is child friendly??...my anniversary is coming up and thought norfolk might be a good idea.... cheers Hi thomo, sadly no fishing but had a great week on the Island.The Island is suited to all groups,family's and elderly alike.Emily Bay is a calm and safe swimming spot and has good reefs to snorkle and explore.There are plenty of tours to suit everybody, and interesting places to visit.Plenty to do.I would highly recommend Norfolk for your anniversary. Regards Evopete. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thomo Posted May 14, 2009 Share Posted May 14, 2009 thanks for the heads up fellas, i was originally going to do a bareboat charter in the whitsundays but after a few enquiries was told that january isnt the best time of year wind/weather wise and also a lot of stingers around at that time so swimming/snorkelling might be affected hence why i am now looking at alternatives. Looks like i'll have to look at norfolk closely now....feel free to pm me any info, is january a good time to be up there?? thanks cheers tom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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