Drift Boat Fly Fishing on the Goulburn River

Australia’s Original Drift Boat Experience

Since 1994, we’ve offered Victoria’s only professional drift boat service. With more than 18,000 guided trips under our belt and a flawless safety record, we pioneered this style of fly fishing in Australia. These aren’t just boat trips. They’re immersive, guided experiences designed for those who want to explore more water, catch more fish, and do it in style.

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Why a Drift Boat?

• Cover More Water: Fish 15–25 km of prime river in a single day.
• Reach Untouched Spots: Access water you simply can’t wade to – bubble lines, undercuts, islands, backwaters, and side channels.
• Comfort and Ease: Drift in comfort with an expert on the oars and no long hikes or bank-bashing required.
• Up-Close Nature: Glide quietly past platypus, wedge-tailed eagles, and grazing kangaroos.

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Who It’s For

Our trips are best suited to intermediate and advanced anglers. If you’re new to fly fishing, we encourage you to join one of our beginner workshops or private lessons first. The drift boat experience is most rewarding once you’re proficient in the basics.

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Trip Options & Pricing

“Premium drift boat experiences from the people who introduced this style of fishing to the Goulburn.”

• Half Day Drift (5 hours)
  $690 per boat (1–2 anglers)
• Full Day Drift (8 hours)
  $950 per boat (1–2 anglers)
• Remote River Adventure (8+ hours)
  $1,100 per boat (1–2 anglers)Our most exclusive offering: 30km of private-access river rarely fished by others

River Savings:  Ask about our preferred payment options. Inquire for details!

Availability is limited. Enquire to secure preferred dates.

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What’s Included

• Expert local guide
• Purpose-built drift boat — offering superior stability, tracking, and casting space compared to inflatable craft
• All flies and use of any gear required
• Drinking water

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Why GVFFC?

• 30+ years of local guiding expertise
• Full-time, year-round guiding
• More drift boat experience than any other operator in Australia
• No crowds, no noise – just you, the river, and your guide

Whether it’s your first time on a drift or your fiftieth, our team will match your style and pace, providing a unique experience every time.

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The Original Pioneers of Drift Boat Fishing

Since the mid 1990s, GVFFC has led the way on the Goulburn.

We were the first to offer guided drift boat trips in Victoria, introducing a style of fly fishing previously unseen on Victorian rivers. For over two decades, our drift boats were the only ones on the river — long before others followed.

While other guides visit occasionally, we live and breathe this river year-round. Our local knowledge, consistency, and unmatched safety record — zero incidents in more than 30 years — are a testament to that commitment.

We haven’t just fished the Goulburn — we’ve shaped the way it’s fished.

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Meet Your Guide

Anthony Boliancu has guided the Goulburn River full-time since 1996 and is widely regarded as Australia’s most experienced professional drift boat guide. As the longest-serving of GVFFC’s senior guides, he has logged more days on the oars than any other current operator on the river.

With three decades on the water, he has introduced hundreds of anglers — from complete beginners to seasoned experts — to the beauty and challenge of the Goulburn.

Since January 2000, Anthony has also led annual fly fishing adventures to New Zealand, and since 2010, to the legendary rivers of Montana.

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Make It a Multi-Day Adventure

We regularly host 2–4 day trips with multiple boats for groups. Choose your accommodation from nearby hotels and homesteads — we’ll handle the logistics.

Ask about our Goulburn Adventure 2 days fishing, 3 nights lodging or 4 days fishing, 5 nights lodging packages.

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Drift Boat Video

“The closest experience to Montana in Australia.”
— Benjamin

“Anthony’s knowledge of the Goulburn is unmatched. After more than a decade of fishing with GVFFC, I can say it only gets better.”
— Rupert

“We’ve fished the Western US and nothing compares to our drift with Anthony on the Goulburn.”
— Dan & Barbara, Colorado

Exclusive Option: The Remote River Adventure

Our longest and most remote drifts take you to waters almost never fished between Alexandra and Yea — 30 km of pristine river, private access, and a full day of solitude.

Perfect for:

• Anglers seeking total immersion

• Groups of 2–6 (with multiple boats)

• Those wanting a Montana-style day on the oars

Booking & Enquiries

A $100 deposit secures your booking. The balance is due on the day of your trip.

Ask about our $50 per-drift saving via preferred payment options.

[Read our full Cancellation Policy here.]