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About East Coast Angling

About Us

From our home base in Port Douglas, East Coast Angling travel to some of the most stunning and remote sportfishing locations on the globe and we do it in the best boats, with the most professional gear, and an expert crew. Our whole operation is finely tuned to deliver the ultimate fishing experience.

Providing a new adventure for the everyday angler, our unique trip packages and ability to cater for just about any fishing style is what sets us apart. Our intimate knowledge of the far north and outer Coral Sea, combined with decades of professional sportfishing experience means you’ll never have a better opportunity to chase down your bucket list of trophy fish.

Our Team

Nick Milford

In 2017, Nick founded East Coast Angling, a new outfit to channel his insatiable taste for adventure and guiding.

Nick has been in the charter industry since the age of 18, having started his career on the east coast of Africa skippering various sportfishing and diving boats and lodges between South Africa, Mozambique, Tanzania and Kenya. After exploring the remotest areas of east Africa for 5 years, he decided to head abroad in search of new grounds. He skippered a 46ft power cat across the Atlantic to the BVI where he worked on a few superyachts before finding a new adventure as a game boat skipper aboard a 200ft expedition boat. Chasing world records on fly, he visited 23 countries, circumnavigating the globe in search of possible records. In 2008, Nick met his wife Megan, who lured him back to Australia where he joined and ran a sportfishing operation on the Great Barrier Reef.

Nick founded East Coast Angling to share his intimate knowledge of the area and love of sportfishing. His passion for this sport shows in this new venture, proving that there should be no half measures when it comes to the ultimate experience.

Megan Milford

Working behind the scenes, Megan is the backbone of the operation. Megan also comes from a boating background, having spent several years abroad working on yachts. During that time, she developed a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of clients’ needs and expectations. Having travelled the globe, Megan brings a flare of creativity to the business, assisting in logistics and planning to ensure your experience is like no other. You won’t see her out behind the wheel, but with her background support you can be assured of a world-class experience. Megan is also part of the guest support team for any special requests or queries you may have.

What Customers Say

Have experienced 2 Offshore sport fishing trips this year with Nick at East Coast Angling, 5 days out of Cooktown and 5 days out of Port Douglas. East Coast Angling is a professionally run organisation with excellent equipment and along with the experience and knowledge of Nick we were put onto some large fish in some very difficult conditions. I have no hesitation in recommending East Coast Angling to anyone who enjoys the challenge of offshore sport fishing for large species of fish that inhabit the reefs of FNQ.
Brian Lay
I can't recommend East Coast Angling enough for the service professionalism knowledge and courtesy with my two young boys we had the best day ever and caught so many different fish including a shark we will be sure set to another charter when we return one day in the near future thanks so much.
John Brimacombe
Honestly cannot recommend the East Coast Angling guys enough! Karl was an absolute legend! He may look like he has no hairs on his chest but he has been fishing the reef since he was 18. His experience, knowledge and most importantly patience was second to none! Constantly encouraging us to keep slogging away and targeting important areas for the bangers! For me personally I ticked off a huge chinaman however not the GT I was after! I will be back! Thank you so much again Karl for the day! Your a true professional mate!
Jacob Every
Another amazing trip with East Coast Angling, these guys really go out of their way to make sure you are happy on and off the water. We did the Port Douglas Offshore charter and what a great location to visit and call home for a week of fishing. The accommodation and night life in Port Douglas is great with plenty of nice restaurants and bars to enjoy. The charter the guys at East Coast Angling run is one to be experienced, the boat Scutes, a 32 foot centre console is a beast and fishing from its platform all day is something every fisho should enjoy. Backing up the beautiful boat is Nick's Knowledge and experience of the reefs, he and his team will go to all lengths to try and put you on the fish, time and time again. If you looking for an operation that care about their clients and provide a first class service, look no further then Nick and Megan at East Coast Angling. You will not be disappointed.
Robbie Kirkwood
The crew at East Coast Angling went over and above to make sure everyone in our group was catered for. The boat is immaculate and crew were very knowledgeable on the area to maximise our opportunities on quality fish.
Nick Ham Smith
Had an epic day fishing with Nick at East Coast Angling! He put us on the fish and we were able to land 7 different species. The popper action was unbelievable and something we rarely see back home in San Diego. Thanks Nick for the amazing experience!
Sam Catch
Great week with professional and knowledge crew, the boat and equipment is outstanding. Caught some excellent fish and will be back for sure.
Simon Koawalinski
Nick took my son and I out. Such a great guide and experience on GBR is amazing. Did some popping and reef bashing. Smile on son's face pulling in some great species worth every cent.
Anthony Kravanski
I can't recommend ECA highly enough. Great service from Megan when booking your trip and Nick is easily one of the best fishing guides on the GBR. Do yourself a favour and experience some world class top water action with ECA.
Paul Finlay
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