Cape Boat Charters is based in Simonstown, South Africa. Join the crew for a fun and productive day on the waters in and around Cape Point and False Bay!

Cape Boat Charters is an environmentally-sensitive company. Their aim is to ensure a safe and unmatched experience on the water for all of their guests. Owner and skipper Alan Blacklaws has over 2 decades of sea-going experience and is familiar with the hottest fishing grounds. He strongly encourages catch and release.

You’ll spend the day aboard the ‘Destiny’, a 27’ Leecat offshore sport fishing boat. This beautiful vessel comes powered by twin 140 HP Suzuki New Age four stroke engines and can comfortably accommodate up to 6 anglers. Destiny is fitted with top-notch navigational electronics and other professional accessories. There is also a toilet on board for your comfort.

Stay close to the shore and target game fish around the famous Cape Point area. Fish with light tackle for Snook and Katonkel, or target Yellowtail using lures as well as bait. Head to the calm waters of False Bay and test yourself as you fish for Red Roman, Red Stump Nose, Bronze Bream, White Sump Nose, and Kob. Plenty to keep you busy!

Or why not test your skills and head out into the deeper oceanic waters? Your Skipper will take you to the area locally known as ‘Canyon’, which is close to the continental shelf. You’ll be trolling with lures for Yellowfin and Longfin Tuna, as well as fishing with light tackle for Dorado, Skipjack, and Yellowtail.

Everything you need for a successful fishing day is included in the price, from top quality rods and reels right up to the fishing licence. Drinks are provided on each trip, plus fruit on the inshore trip and lunch on the offshore trip.

Book a trip with Cape Boat Charters for the fishing adventure of a lifetime today. You might even see dolphins or whales for the cherry on top of a great day out!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip – Inshore
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    $811
    Spend 6 hours inshore fishing for reef fish, Snoek, and Yellowtail. All rods and reels are provided, along with water, juice, and snacks. Remember to bring warm clothes and seasickness medication if needed. Please arrive 15 minutes before departure. If you'd like to snorkel, let the captain know before the trip – there is gear on board for your whole group.
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip – Offshore
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    $1,023
    Head offshore for 8 hours to target many species of Tuna, including Yellowfin, Skipjack, Albacore, and Bigeye. A full meal is included in this trip, with water and fruit juice too. The fishing gear and tackle are all provided, along with the fishing license for the day. You just need to come along with plenty of enthusiasm, sunscreen, and warm layers for a great day out. Don't forget your seasickness pills if needed.
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FAQs about Cape Boat Charters

Cape Boat Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • $811 per group - 3/4 Day Trip – Inshore (6 hours)
  • $1,023 per group - Full Day Trip – Offshore (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Cape Boat Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Private
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Snorkeling Equipment Inquire prior to the trip
  • Outriggers
  • Tuna Tubes
  • Ice Box For fish and for drinks and snack
  • Radar

Trips booked with Cape Boat Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Penn and Shimano)
  • Live Bait (Prepared beforehand but rarely used)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks (Inshore trip only, chips, peanuts, or biscuits)
  • Drinks (Water and juice on all trips)
  • First Mate
  • Fishing License
  • Lunch (Full meal on offshore trip only)

Cape Boat Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Cape Boat Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift Fishing
  • Handline
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Cape Boat Charters include:
  • Bonito
  • Snoek
  • Tuna (Albacore)
  • Tuna (Bigeye)
  • Tuna (Skipjack)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Yellowtail Amberjack

Meet the Captain

Alan Blacklaws
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
1 Fishing Report
4 Customer reviews
Response time 1 hour
Member since May 2019
Captain Alan has been skippering for over 30 years in local waters and overseas. He's also a tour guide so he is very knowledgable. He's owned this business for the past 12 years and loves it. His favourite part of his job is the excitement when catching a fish. You'll love spending the day out with the knowledgeable captain.

About this listing

Targeted species

Bonito Bonito
Snoek Snoek
Tuna (Albacore) Albacore Tuna
Tuna (Bigeye) Bigeye Tuna

Boat specs

G3 (Sportfishing) originally built in 2010. Powered by 2 150HP Suzuki 4 stroke engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 35 knots.

Length
28 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Drift Fishing
Handline
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
Private
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge
Snorkeling Equipment
Inquire prior to the trip

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Penn and Shimano
Live Bait
Prepared beforehand but rarely used
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Snacks
Inshore trip only, chips, peanuts, or biscuits
Drinks
Water and juice on all trips
First Mate
Fishing License
Lunch
Full meal on offshore trip only

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
No min. age, life vests provided
You Keep Catch
Split 50/50 with the crew
Crew Keeps Catch
Split 50/50 with the customers
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

Cash
Bank Transfer

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Great Day!!!
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Holly G.
Westover, WV
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Great Day!!!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip – Inshore on March 22, 2023
We had a glorius day on the water!  First time catching a Yellow Fin, and seeing penguins and seals in the wild.  The Captain...
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David L.
Zurich, Switzerland
Excellent
4.7 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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4.0 / 5
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Offshore Tuna Trip

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip – Offshore on February 19, 2023
I caught my fish of a lifetime! Although fishing for almost all my life it was an incredible new experience. Luckily we caught...
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Bastiaan B.
Pretoria, South Africa
Excellent
4.7 / 5
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Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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May fishing trip

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip – Offshore on May 3, 2023
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Eon D. V.
Cape Town, South Africa
Excellent
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3/4 Day Trip

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip – Inshore on December 24, 2020
The fishing trip was really great. We were immensely impressed by the quality of service and the crew’s kindness towards...
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