The Dry Season has well and truly kicked off up here in the Top End and let us tell you, it’s an absolute cracker this year! It’s the kind of season that reminds us why we love this part of the world, and why it’s the perfect time for you to come to the Top End.
If you're a seasoned fisho or just keen for a day out on the water with your mates or the fam, May through October is also the best window to book your barra fishing charter and get amongst it!
🐟 Why Fish the Dry Season?
Sure, the runoff gets a lot of hype but Dry Season fishing has its own kind of magic.
Glass-out mornings – Perfect for topwater action and stunning sunrise views.
Less hectic waters – We’re not dodging storms or racing tides. We can focus on finding the fish.
Consistent conditions – Which means we’ve got more freedom to go where the barra are biting.
The barra might make you work a bit harder this time of year, but when they hit, they sure hit hard. And we know the sneaky spots to get ya onto a good one. We’ve had some solid catches this month and a few surprise species too, just to keep things interesting!
🏕️ Where to Stay? Humpty Doon’s Got You Sorted!
If you’re planning a trip with us, make it easy and stay just at our place at The Humpty Doon Campgrounds.
If you book a charter with Just Doon it - you get 2 free nights camping! What a sweetener!
Pull up your home away from home! Bring your van, camper, or trailer and park it right here in Humpty Doo.
The campgrounds are open May to November and offer the perfect bush-style stay close to the action.
Rates:
💧⚡️ $40/night – Powered site (water & power)
🏕️🚐 $20/night – Unpowered site (standalone camping)
Location Perks:
📍 Humpty Doo Shops – Only 4km away for all your essentials
🛒 Coolalinga Shopping Centre – Just 10 minutes up the road
🌊 Pool Access – Yep, there’s a pool on-site to cool off after your charter
🐶 Pet Friendly – Pets are welcome upon discussion. (Heads up: there are two small resident dogs who like to protect their turf, and one big docile staghound so best to chat first!)
Whether you're after full hookups or prefer to go fully self-contained, there’s a spot for you. It’s laid-back, safe, and gives you that real Territory experience.
We’ve had loads of guests stay with us and they always come back smiling and not just because they caught a big barra.
Plus, you’ll be at our pick-up point to save on time for those early morning starts! 🎣
👕 Don’t Forget Your Just Doon It Gear
We ’ve got Just Doon It fishing shirts ready to go if you’re keen to look the part and stay sun-safe. Light, comfy, and they look bloody good in photos.
And for the female fishos, check out our Foul Hookers gear! Designed for women who love fishing and still want to wear something with a bit of sass. First drop’s nearly sold out!
✅ Ready to Book?
The Dry won’t last forever and neither will our open spots. If you’re thinking of booking a charter with us, now’s the time to lock it in. Whether you’re coming solo, with your partner, or the whole crew, we’ve got a trip that’ll suit!
📍Stay close at Humpty Doon Campgrounds 🎣 Fish with us on Saltie 👕Grab some merch while you're at it
Call us to book your adventure or send us a message, We'll help you tee it all up!
