The Corporate Box
Due West Charters has put together a fabulous collection of Perth Seafood & Marine experiences.
"The Corporate Box" is designed to showcase some of the world class scenic, seafood and hospitality experiences found in Perth.
The 2024/2025 Seasons Offerings
DAY FOR IT
Fishing, Crayfishing and Island lifestyle experience.
Our “Day For It” charter is the quintessential Perth boating experience delivering amazing ocean fun, seafood, scenery & comfort tailored to the local conditions.
Start the day departing from Fremantle Fishing Boat harbour and head out to harvest the west coast's symbol of seafood luxury, the Western Rock Lobster. This delicacy is found only in the pristine waters of Western Australian and demands hundreds of dollars per kilo in Asian markets.
Next, we will chase the best table fish the coast has to offer. Depending on conditions, we will target Pink Snapper, Baldchin Groper, King George Whiting, Squid or the prized West Australian Dhu fish.
After a morning of fishing we will head for one of the beautiful bays on the offshore islands of Perth and aren’t we spoilt for choice! We will head to Rottnest, Garden or Carnac Island depending on the weather conditions on the day.
While the day's catch is being prepared, you and your guests can thead off on a kayak or SUP, play a few overs of beach cricket, snorkel the bay's reefs or just relax on our sun lounges under the McLaughlan's umbrellas.
Lunch is served and the amazing delicate flavours of freshly harvested seafood are the star of the show.
During the Charter we regularly sight Australian Sea Lions, Fur Seals, Bottlenose Dolphins and Humpback Whales. Whilst at anchor schools of Herring and inquisitive rays pay us a visit also looking for a taste of cooked lobster.
Spend the rest of the day your way before we pull anchor and head back to Fremantle.
“What a Day” is all about enjoying yourselves and making the most of the local conditions. We have a flexible schedule that we adapt to the conditions and your comfort levels.
8.5 Hour Charter
7:30am Depart - 4:00pm Return - Sardine Jetty, Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour (Hours may be flexible, please call to request alternative hours)
THE BIG 3
Swim with the Sealions, Dance with the Dolphins and Marvel at the Humpbacks.
This day is designed around Mother Nature’s finest; we aim to get you close to the big three mammals found off Perth’s coastline and provide a fun interactive day with knowledgeable crew members.
“The Big 3” charter heads out from Fremantle Boat Harbour and starts with a quick 20-minute cruise to Carnac Island where we will anchor in the shallows. For those who want to go snorkelling you will enter the water with the Due West crew and greet the Sea Lions. These inquisitive animals seek out interaction with humans and enjoy showing off their amazing underwater acrobatics to the awkward human swimmers!
For those that don’t want to snorkel we have the option to either stand up paddle board or kayak.
After our sea lion interaction, depending on the weather and the time of year we will head out wider to look for the migrating humpback whales. The whales migrate along Western Australia’s Humpback Highway heading north during late Winter to their calving grounds in warmer waters before migrating south with their young during Spring to their Antarctic feeding grounds.
Peak periods for whale spotting off Perth is June / July for the northern migration, and on the southern migration between September till early December when they return with calves. We will then head to one of the many beautiful, sheltered bays on Perth’s offshore islands for lunch, swimming, kayaking, snorkelling, paddle boarding or just lounging.
The bottlenose dolphins often accompany us into the bays at the islands where their favourite thing to do is ride the wake of our vessel and guide us into their tranquil bays.
The option to pull craypots and catch and eat the world-famous Western Rock Lobster is available.
8.5 Hour Charter
7:30am Depart - 4:00pm Return - Sardine Jetty, Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour (Hours may be flexible, please call to request alternative hours)
FAD FRENZY
This one is for the fishermen and women , who want to tangle with a variety of Perth’s angling attractions on one of the best sea boats on the coast.
We tailor the days fishing to suit conditions and the time of year to ensure maximum enjoyment is had by all.
When fishing the FAD’s (Fish Attracting Devices) for the beautiful Mahi Mahi we aim for an early start and plan to be at the FAD’s prior to sun up. We will then drift the FAD’s using the McLaughlan’s bright lights which help to attract the fluorescent fish to us. This also takes advantage of the sunrise bite.
Depending on weather and time of year we can be fishing the FAD’s for Dolphin fish or battling against the heavyweights of Perth waters, the Samson Fish or Perth’s premier table fish the Dhu Fish, Baldchin, Snapper, and King George Whiting.
We also commonly tangle with a host of other pelagic fish including, Tuna, Mackerel, Yellow Tail Kingfish and a variety of different shark species.
This charter is fully catered for, except for alcoholic beverages, and includes a delicious lunch of freshly prepared ‘catch of the day’ in a sheltered bay off of Perth’s islands. Including full use of snorkelling, stand up paddle boards and kayaks.
12 Hour Charter
3:00am Depart - 3:00pm Return - Sardine Jetty, Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour (Hours may be flexible, please call to request alternative hours)
SWAN SONG
Perth’s Swan River offers an amazing escape from the hustle and bustle of our busy lives!
Due West’s Swan Song charter is the perfect way to escape the demands of a busy work day. Simply step aboard, unwind and take in the city from a different perspective.
We offer fully catered (excluding alcoholic beverages) daytime and evening charters on the river with the option to board at a variety of different jetties between East St Jetty in Fremantle and the Barrack Street in Perth City.
Charters take advantage of the prevailing weather conditions and put your group in the best location on the day with beautiful mooring locations in Rocky Bay, Mosman Bay, Black Wall Reach or tucked inside the Narrows Bridge to admire the city lights.
Depending on the time slot we offer 4 and 6 hour charters.
All daytime charters include the option to use the kayaks and stand up paddle boards whilst at anchor.
THE VESSEL
The McLaughlan is an exceptional sea boat, built in Western Australia for the Department of Fisheries to patrol all areas of the Western Australian coastline. With a hull featuring a fine entry and pronounced “Carolina Flare” she is built for cutting through chop like a knife. Her hull transitions into a broad, low deadrise planing hull at the transom allowing her stability while at rest or anchor, providing a comfortable platform.
The layout complements a relaxed day on the water with a large back deck with vast swim platform, and two large rear sunlounges shaded with Finbrella outdoor umbrellas.
The back deck is furnished to feel like a beachside café, inviting relaxation and good times.
There is a large sunbed located on the expansive foredeck as well as flybridge deck with seating.
The wheelhouse has a comfortable lounge arrangement and ample storage for guests’ belongings.
All CORPORATE BOX charters include the following
- 3 Due West Crew members (Captain, Hostess & Crew)
- Capped at a maximum of 40 passengers (Vessel is licenced for 47)
- Supply of all Fishing gear if part of the Charter
- Pulling up to 12 craypots & taking a maximum of 40 crayfish if included in the tour
- Use of kayaks, standup paddleboards to explore whilst at anchor
- Use of snorkelling equipment
- Supply of glassware, crockery, cutlery, napkins etc.
- Fully catered menu, including snacks, grazing food and lunch. An emphasis on fresh local produce. Specific dietary requirements can be catered for on request.
- Water, soft drinks, coffee/tea etc. included. Alcohol is excluded but can be arranged separately.
Contact us directly to find out more and to check availability of charter packages and pricing.
Living in Perth we are lucky to have these treasures on our doorstep and what better way to experience them than by boat with 1st class service.