Frequently Asked Questions & Prices

Frequently Asked Questions (GVFFC)

What are your current rates?

Private Guiding (Walk/Wade)

Half Day (≈5 hrs): $590 (1–2 anglers)
Full Day (≈8 hrs): $790 (1–2 anglers)

Goulburn Drift Boat

Half Day (≈5 hrs): $690 (1–2 anglers)
Full Day (≈8 hrs): $950 (1–2 anglers)

Beginner Workshop (2 days): $490 per person
(Heavily discounted compared to standard guiding; guaranteed to run even with low enrolments.)

Hosted Trips

New Zealand (Southland, 7 nights/6 days fishing): from $5,750 AUD
Montana (12 days): from $9,500 USD
Patagonia (7 nights/6 days fishing): from $9,900 USD

(See individual trip pages for inclusions & dates.)

What deposit is required?

Guiding & Drift Boat: $100 deposit at booking.
Workshops: Full payment ($490 pp) at booking.
Hosted Trips: Deposit varies — see individual trip pages.

When is my balance due?

Guiding & Drift Boat: Balance is due 14 days prior.
- Bookings inside 14 days: full payment at booking.
Workshops: Paid in full at booking.
Hosted Trips: As per your invoice/trip page.

What is your cancellation policy?

Guiding & Drift Boat

14+ days’ notice: fully transferable to another date if we re-fill your spot.
Inside 14 days/no-show: full fee retained. If re-filled, payment is fully transferable.

Workshops

14+ days’ notice: transferable if we re-fill your place.
Inside 14 days/no-show: full fee retained. If re-filled, payment is fully transferable.

Hosted Trips

See the trip-specific terms and your invoice.

Safety & Weather

Trips run in most conditions. If conditions are unsafe (e.g., lightning, extreme flows), we will reschedule or transfer your booking.

How can I pay?

Credit/Debit Card: online checkout or phone (0418 995 611)
Direct Transfer (EFT):
- Bank: ANZ
- Name: GV Fly Fishing
- BSB: 013344
- Account: 489538104
- Reference: Your surname + date

Invoices/receipts are automatically provided with card or online payments.

What’s included in my booking?

Premium rods, reels, lines, leaders, and flies
Waders/boots (if needed)
Personal Flotation Devices (for drift boat trips)
Expert coaching and guiding

What should I bring?

Polarised sunglasses (essential)
Hat
Weather-appropriate clothing + rain jacket if forecast
Lunch, snacks & water bottle (we carry extra water)
Any of your own fly fishing gear you’d like to use (e.g., rod/reel, breathable waders)

What if the weather looks bad?

Forecasts often change — and the Goulburn usually fishes well in varied conditions. Unless conditions are unsafe, trips proceed as planned. If flows or weather force adjustments, we’ll shift location or reschedule in consultation with you.

Do I need a fishing licence?

Yes, most anglers need a Victorian Recreational Fishing Licence.

Buy online in minutes:
👉 VFA Licence Portal

Exemptions include under 18s, over 70s, Seniors Card holders, certain pension/concession card holders, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Do I need to bring my own gear?

No — we supply everything you need, including rods, reels, lines, leaders, flies, waders/boots and safety equipment.
That said, if you already own breathable waders or a rod/reel setup, feel free to bring them along. Many of our guests are transitioning from spin or lure fishing and want to get comfortable with their own gear.

Are gift vouchers available?

Yes. GVFFC gift vouchers are available for any of our services — from beginner lessons to drift boat days and international trips.
They make great presents and are valid for 3 years from the date of purchase. Vouchers are transferable but not refundable.

Do you run trips outside Victoria?

Yes. In addition to our local guiding on the Goulburn River, we host trips to New Zealand (January–April) and Montana, USA (June–July-August).

These are small-group, high-quality fishing adventures run with our long-term partners overseas. Spaces are limited, and most trips book out well in advance.

Can non-anglers join?

Absolutely. Partners or family members who don’t fish are welcome to join drift boat trips or international adventures, provided space allows.
Some prefer to sightsee, take photos, or simply relax and enjoy the river. If you’re booking a spot for a non-angler, just let us know so we can plan accordingly.

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Goulburn Valley Fly Fishing Centre

Peter Thackray

01:32 10 Nov 18

Drift boating down the Goulburn is a great experience. I will do it again and I suggest you do it also.

Malcolm French

11:11 08 Nov 18

I have been fly fishing for trout in the south Island of New Zealand for a few years now with the GVFFC boys. These are true professionals and totally committed to ensure that all anglers get the most out of the weeks fishing trip. All l have to do is get to queenstown. All transport, accommodation, food, guiding and flies are provided. I am booked for a week in 2019 and cannot wait. If you are looking for a great weeks fly fishing pristine new zealand rivers and stalking large trout these are the blokes to contact. Mal F

andrew mcdonald

06:09 08 Nov 18

The GVFFC team work tirelessly to give you an awesome fishing experience. They are super-expert and great guys too! Can’t wait for the next driftboat trip....

Tim Hutchins

12:07 07 Nov 18

Absolutely great experience doing the one day learn to fly fish course. Anthony taught us to cast in the morning, salvaged lunch when I messed things up, and got us both to catch fish on dry flies on our first time fly fishing. I would recommend this to anyone wanting to learn to fly fish. The instructor knew the river like the back of his hand, had access to all the properties and seemed to know the fish on a first name basis. Thanks for the great day on the river. I hope to come back and learn more after Christmas. PS- Seeing platypus in the wild was a real bonus 👍

notsofatmike1

09:10 12 Sep 18

Been a regular client with Ant and the crew for years now. There really isn't much they don't know about fly fishing. They go out of their way above and beyond every time to make sure each drift is rewarding and unique. Hopefully I will be regular for years to come. Thanks.

Stewart Pritchard

23:40 28 Mar 18

Great service and hard working team to get good results for there client's

ben king

23:19 28 Feb 18

drift fishing on the G with antony is one of the finest fishing experiences i've had. antony will not only put you onto fish but improve your fish craft and insect knowledge in one session. you will be a better fisherman/woman after this tranquil, informative and exhilerating experience. antony and his team care deeply about the river and are not looking to exploit it's fishing - rather to preserve it. i wish i could say the same about all guiding operations. thanks again antony - looking forward to the next one.

Derek Thurgood

12:21 26 Feb 18

Spent an evening in a drift boat on the Goulburn. My first time drifting.....absolutely fantastic, a great way to see the river😀 Great company (thanks Anthony!) and 2 nice fish to hand.

Glenn Craig

22:01 12 Jan 18

Great advice and flies for the local area. Drift boats fantastic.

Timothy Nash

00:13 07 Nov 17

The guys at GVFFC are simply the best when it comes to fly fishing and guiding the Goulburn, Rubicon, Steavenson and other rivers in the area - nobody else comes close. I was lucky enough to have a day of guiding on the Goulburn recently, and their knowledge of the river is nothing short of incredible. I consider myself a fairly experienced fly fisher, but the level of advice and expertise they were able to offer was really eye opening. Everything from reading the water, to new tactics, to local knowledge of trout behaviour and which flies work best in which conditions - it's amazing just how much they can improve your fishing. To top it all off, they're great guys with a real passion for sustainable fishing. Do yourself a favour and book an experience with them - you won't regret it.

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