Rick and Julie Carlson run a locally owned charter out of Batemans Bay, fishing reef, game and deep-drop trips aboard a 36-foot Riviera Platinum game cruiser and a 42-foot Westcoaster. Beyond the rods, the boats work seasonal whale watching along what they call the humpback super highway, plus Clyde River and sunset cruises, dolphin runs to Tollgate Island and snorkelling. Departures leave from Pier B19 on Beach Road, and custom charters can be arranged.