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Situated just inside the entrance to Port Phillip Bay, with the wilds of Bass Strait in sight, Queenscliff is a town where visitors find the sea is calling them. Fortunately, Impulse Charters has two boats at Queenscliff marina that can make answering that call easy, whether by taking a fishing trip or a pleasure cruise.
The Teri-Lyn, a beautiful old boat made of Kauri pine in 1968, comfortably carries up to 20 passengers. The Impulse, a former Gold Coast surf-rescue vessel, is a very stable, tough little boat for up to 15 passengers or 10 when she heads out into Bass Strait.
David Golightly, the owner of Impulse Charters, is usually at the helm of these intrepid vessels. He and his friendly crew ensure everyone's safe and happy on the journey, starting with a hot breakfast cooked on board trips heading out in the morning. There's also a barbecue lunch for full-day charters, and water and soft drinks provided on every voyage. On fishing trips, quality tackle and bait are supplied, plus as much help and advice as novice anglers need. Everyone's catch is cleaned and bagged, ready for cooking back at home.
For those who prefer watching fish swim by, sunset cruises, or Impulse's new maritime cruise, are the perfect alternative. The two-hour maritime experience takes in fascinating highlights of the region, which is rich in history and marine life. Seeing a semi-submerged World War I wreck, learning about the infamous 'Rip' up close, and watching seals sunning themselves on a purpose-built platform are just some of this cruise's pleasures – there's also a good chance of spotting dolphins.
Teri-Lyn and Impulse are available for private charter, including school fishing trips.
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