Sapphire Fishing Charters offers anglers of all skill levels the opportunity to experience exhilarating fishing on sapphire-blue waters, with expert guidance every step of the way.
We practice sustainable fishing—guests may keep fish within regulated quotas, after which all additional catches are responsibly released.
✓ We keep it personal and memorable
✓ Guides for anglers of all skill levels
✓ Small group sizes for personal attention
✓ Sustainable fishing practices — keep within quotas, responsibly release the rest
✓ All equipment, tackle, bait included

We specialize in offshore big-game fishing, with a primary focus on tuna charters launching from Hout Bay Harbour. Our target species include Yellowfin, Longfin (Albacore), Bigeye, and Bluefin tuna— with large Yellowfin being the most prominent.
During the off-season, we expand our operations along the Westcoast and beyond, from St Helena Bay, Yzerfontein through to Struisbaai, targeting species such as Yellowtail and Snoek.

Meet Your Captain

Jonathan has a genuine passion for ocean angling and takes great pride in operating his own charter business.
He grew up in the northern regions of Southern Africa, fishing with his father from a very young age. Over the years, he gained extensive experience fishing the South African east coast, from Natal to Mozambique, before later exploring the waters of the Western Cape. After relocating to the Western Cape in 2021, Jonathan dedicated himself to mastering the unique local fishing conditions and now specializes in offshore tuna fishing.
In addition to fishing charters, we also offer birding and whale-watching trips for those looking to experience the ocean in a different way.