Hopley’s Fishing Charters 

 Mossel Bay Harbour, Mossel Bay, WC 6500, South Africa

Hopley’s Fishing Charters 

Mossel Bay, WC, South Africa
28 ft
10

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Make an adventure out of your next trip in Mossel Bay and go fishing with Hopley's Fishing Charters. Your guide for the day is Captain Rodney , which means you'll tap into their sportfishing experience.

These waters are known for Skipjack, Leerfish (Garrick), Geelbek (Cape Salmon), Bluefish, Gurnard, Kob, Musselcracker, Gummy Shark, Hammerhead Shark, Thresher Shark, Skipjack Tuna, and more – with any luck, they'll make your reel scream.

On these trips, you can expect to troll and bottom fish using light or heavy tackle.

Thinking of bringing the whole family? Kids are absolutely welcome! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Customers are encouraged to bring snacks so that nobody gets cranky on an empty belly!

Your fishing machine for the day is a 28' Butt Cat with space for 10 passengers. It has everything you need for a productive day on the water. You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, as well as lures. Live bait is included, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

Before coming aboard, it may be required to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species might be protected or require a tag to keep them, so make sure you know what to expect.

You can't go wrong when you bring sunblock (non-spray), bottled water, and sunglasses. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Your trip with Hopley's Fishing Charters is just a click away, so why not make it happen?

Make an adventure out of your next trip in Mossel Bay and go fishing with Hopley's Fishing Charters. Your guide for the day is Captain Rodney , which means you'll tap into their sportfishing experience.

These waters are known for Skipjack, Leerfish (Garrick), Geelbek (Cape Salmon), Bluefish, Gurnard, Kob, Musselcracker, Gummy Shark, Hammerhead Shark, Thresher Shark, Skipjack Tuna, and more – with any luck, they'll make your reel scream.

On these trips, you can expect to troll and bottom fish using light or heavy tackle.

Thinking of bringing the whole family? Kids are absolutely welcome! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Customers are encouraged to bring snacks so that nobody gets cranky on an empty belly!

Your fishing machine for the day is a 28' Butt Cat with space for 10 passengers. It has everything you need for a productive day on the water. You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, as well as lures. Live bait is included, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

Before coming aboard, it may be required to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species might be protected or require a tag to keep them, so make sure you know what to expect.

You can't go wrong when you bring sunblock (non-spray), bottled water, and sunglasses. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Your trip with Hopley's Fishing Charters is just a click away, so why not make it happen?

Rudy Hopley
Captain
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Trip availability and prices

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August 2026
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Number of days
1
Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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8 Hour Trip – Cob
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bonito
Kob
Gurnard
+3
US $158
Shared tour: 2 people

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FAQs about Hopley’s Fishing Charters

Hopley’s Fishing Charters offers the following trip to customers:
  • ZAR 1,300 per person - 8 Hour Trip – Cob (8 hours)
Trips booked with Hopley’s Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
Hopley’s Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Offshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Hopley’s Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Hopley’s Fishing Charters include:
  • Bluefish (Tailor)
  • Bonito
  • Geelbek (Cape Salmon)
  • Gurnard
  • Kob
  • Leerfish (Garrick)
  • Musselcracker
  • Shark (Gummy)
  • Shark (Hammerhead)
  • Shark (Thresher)
  • Tuna (Skipjack)

Your captain

Rudy Hopley
Rudy Hopley
Rudy Hopley

Mossel Bay, Western Cape, South Africa

Member since February 2026

Capt. Rudy is experienced in navigating the waters of Mossel Bay, Western Cape and is ready to take you on a therapeutic fishing excursion. The crew will demonstrate techniques such as bottom fishing, trolling, or something unique to the area. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

Member since February 2026

Capt. Rudy is experienced in navigating the waters of Mossel Bay, Western Cape and is ready to take you on a therapeutic fishing excursion. The crew will demonstrate techniques such as bottom fishing, trolling, or something unique to the area. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

The fish you can target

Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Skipjack
Skipjack
Geelbek (Cape Salmon)
Geelbek (Cape Salmon)
Gurnard
Gurnard
Kob
Kob
Leerfish (Garrick)
Leerfish (Garrick)
Musselcracker
Musselcracker
Gummy Shark
Gummy Shark
Hammerhead Shark
Hammerhead Shark
Thresher Shark
Thresher Shark
Skipjack Tuna
Skipjack Tuna
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Skipjack
Skipjack
Geelbek (Cape Salmon)
Geelbek (Cape Salmon)
Gurnard
Gurnard
Kob
Kob

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Other
Capacity
10 persons
Boat length
28 ft
Year built
1997
Boat manufacturer
Butt Cat
Boat type
Other
Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
2 x 150HP
Max cruising speed
35 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures

How cancellations work

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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup agreed upon reservation

Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.

Child friendly
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

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