Big Blue Sport Fishing Charters offers its clients the ultimate experience in Big Game (including various tuna species) and Inshore Game and Reef fishing. We operate out of Simon’s Town harbour in False Bay, which is a 45 minute drive from Cape Town.
Experience it
The Cape waters offer some of the richest fishing grounds in the world with an abundance of pelagic fish and Simon’s Town is centrally located to these fishing grounds. Seasonal catches of Yellowfin Tuna, Longfin Tuna, Skipjack, Dorado, Yellowtail, Cape Snoek, Kob, Cape Salmon, Reef Fish, Game Shark such as the Mako and Blue Shark, and the occasional Marlin ensures that fishing is enjoyed all year round.
The Crew
Our qualified and experienced skipper and crew will host your deep sea or inshore game fishing experience, catering to both seasoned anglers and novices. We offer a professional fishing charter service with a high level of integrity and our success rate is evidence of the experience and commitment of our crew and skippers.
The Boat
Our new Sports Fishing boat is a 28 foot catamaran with a large, comfortable cabin and a full walk around layout, providing a spacious deck for fishing. She is extremely stable and comfortable and fitted with state- of- the art equipment and electronics. We use the latest, top of the range fishing tackle for your maximum enjoyment and safety. A day out on Big Blue will be a fun filled, unforgettable day, whether you are fishing or just relaxing with a tailor made scenic tour.
Big Blue offers the following charters:
Offshore Tuna Fishing
The Cape waters have a world wide reputation for tuna fishing. Yellowfin tuna of over a 100kgs are landed but the average size of the fish is 50kg - 70kg.
Inshore Game and Reef Fishing
This can be a very diverse fishing trip as there are many good game and reef fishing areas.
Crayfish Charter (Seasonal)
This is seasonal during the summer months between November and April. The Cape Crayfish or Rock Lobster is a world sought after delicacy and plentiful in our coastal waters.
Scenic Charters
Either to Seal Island, which has approximately 75 000 Cape Fur seals, a variety of bird life and of course the Great White shark. From Seal Island we head to the famous Boulders Beach, which is home to the large colony of endangered African Penguins.
OR
To Cape Point, situated in the Table Mountain National Park, where the Two Oceans mix. You will view the spectacular high cliffs and caves along this rugged coastline. Ostriches, buck species and baboons are often seen foraging along the shore-line. We return via the penguins at Boulders Beach.
Rates
On Request
Included
Snacks, lunch, and drinks
All bait and tackle is supplied
You are welcome to bring any of your own tackle
Requirements
Warm clothing, a weather jacket, a sun hat, sun screen and a video/camera. |
