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Bandit Marine Services LTD

When in Cape Town, join Bandit Marine Services for traditional hand line and rod fishing adventures! Or, if you prefer something more laid-back, take a sunset cruise, where you’ll be able to see the abundant marine life and spectacular near shore coastline and scenery.

Kalk Bay is the oldest working harbor in Cape Town with a long colorful history that always focused on fishing families and friendly people. Conservation is a priority, so the crew operates strictly according to the Marine Living Resources Act of 1998.

You’ll be fishing aboard a 28’ deck-boat that accommodates up to 8 guests. There’s enough room for everyone to fish at the same time, so you don’t have to wait for your turn. The boat is equipped with necessary safety gear and Garmin navigational electronics. If you need a cooler for your drinks, just ask the captain to bring it in advance.

The weather can be unpredictable, so the departure time can be rescheduled. Regardless of the trip you book, you need to purchase a fishing license in advance. They are easily obtained at the local post offices and you can get either a $5 monthly permit or $10 yearly permit. All fishing gear and tackle are included in the price and bait is supplied as well.

Enjoy the spectacular scenery right on your doorstep. Start a trip with Bandit Marine Services and set off for your next adventure!



FAQs about Bandit Marine Services LTD

Bandit Marine Services LTD offers the following trips to customers:
  • ZAR 3,300 per group, additional ZAR 350 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Bay Trip (4 hours)
  • ZAR 3,900 per group, additional ZAR 450 per person after 4 guests - Seal Island Trip (6 hours)
  • ZAR 4,200 per group, additional ZAR 450 per person after 6 guests - Basic Bay Trip (6 hours)
  • ZAR 5,800 per group, additional ZAR 650 per person after 6 guests - Cape Point Trip (6 hours)
  • ZAR 6,000 per group, additional ZAR 750 per person after 6 guests - Sunset Trip (2 hours)

When you book a trip with Bandit Marine Services LTD, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS Garmin
  • Fishfinder Furuno
  • Outriggers When trolling for yellowtail/ amberjack.
  • Ice Box Available, notice required.

Trips booked with Bandit Marine Services LTD include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Penn, Daiwa, Elbe rods, Shimano grinders)
  • Live Bait
  • First Mate (and deck hand depending on size of party aboard.)

Bandit Marine Services LTD offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing (Shallow water, seasonal fish, mainly summertime.)
  • Nearshore Fishing (Min. 1 nautical mile, max. 6 nautical miles)
  • Offshore Fishing (Up to 40 nautical miles)
  • Reef Fishing (Natural reef fishing,with rod and reel or handlines)
  • Flats Fishing (Buffels bay near Cape point, fishing for squid)

Bandit Marine Services LTD offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Drift Fishing
  • Handline
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Bandit Marine Services LTD include:
  • Amberjack
  • Common Pandora
  • Geelbek (Cape Salmon)
  • Gilt-head (Seabream)
  • Kob
  • Leerfish (Garrick)
  • Musselcracker
  • Shad
  • Short-Tail Red Snapper (Ehu)
  • Snoek
  • Tuna (Skipjack)
  • Yellowtail Amberjack

Meet the Charter Operator

Bandit Marine Services (pty) Ltd
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
5 Fishing Reports
6 Customer reviews
Member since July 2016
I've been fishing since I can remember. I lived by and worked on the sea all my life. Always been fascinated by fish and fishing and...boats! This is my first deck boat, which I revamped to better than original. It took about 18 months. The boat was launched in January 2016 in Simonstown. I never take chances and am a compulsive checker. I only proceed to sea in good weather so that my clients always have the maximum effect on their experience. Safety is always first on my list and the Time Bandit is well equipped. My favorite species to catch is the seasonal Snoek and Yellowtail Amberjack, these fish put up a good fight and really test the angler's skills.

About this listing

Targeted species

Amberjack Amberjack
Common Pandora Common Pandora
Geelbek (Cape Salmon) Geelbek (Cape Salmon)
Gilt-head (Seabream) Gilt-head (Seabream)

Boat specs

Sachal / Stevens (Deck boat) originally built in 1980, and restored in 2015. Powered by a 120HP Perkins 6.354, 5.8L Diesel engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 7 knots.

Length
28 ft
Capacity
8 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Shallow water, seasonal fish, mainly summertime.
Nearshore Fishing
Min. 1 nautical mile, max. 6 nautical miles
Offshore Fishing
Up to 40 nautical miles
Reef Fishing
Natural reef fishing,with rod and reel or handlines
Flats Fishing
Buffels bay near Cape point, fishing for squid

Fishing techniques

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

Amenities

Toilet
GPS
Garmin
Fishfinder
Furuno
Outriggers
When trolling for yellowtail/ amberjack.
Ice Box
Available, notice required.

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Penn, Daiwa, Elbe rods, Shimano grinders
Live Bait
First Mate
and deck hand depending on size of party aboard.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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
At least 12 years old; life vests provided
No Alcohol
You Keep Catch
What you catch you keep. Daily bag limits apply
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

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 6 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.4 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (28)
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Angler rating
4
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
83%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
75%
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Niels L.
Kleinmond, South Africa
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half Day trip fishing to seals Island

VERIFIED   Seal Island Trip on March 6, 2020
Carl and his Crew Arthur and Shawn wer very nice hosts and had good mood and paid a lot attention to our wishes and needs....
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Annelize K.
Johannesburg, South Africa
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half day trip that ended up as a full day trip with Captain Carl

VERIFIED   Half Day Bay Trip on August 19, 2019
Had the best fishing trip with my fiance for his birthday, the Captain spoiled us and went out of his way to make it the best...
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Dirk H.
Stellenbosch, South Africa
Very good
4.0 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Very good
4.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
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Half day out of Kalk Bay

VERIFIED   Half Day Bay Trip on January 14, 2021
Captain Carl is an interesting fellow. Old fishing storie abound. Took us for some sight seeing and then fished a few spots....
Dirk H. recommends Bandit Marine Services LTD
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Philippe G.
Cape Town, South Africa
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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February fishing trip

VERIFIED   Special 6 hour trip for Philippe Gailhbaud on February 25, 2020
Philippe G. recommends Bandit Marine Services LTD
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Michelle Van Der Merwe
Cape Town, South Africa
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half day trip captain carl

VERIFIED   Half Day Bay Trip on January 2, 2020
Very good. Extra time given. Pity no big fish caught.
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