Kob Fishing
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Featured Kob fishing charters
- Half Day Trip - Inshore (PM)
+7If you are not an early bird, this is your trip. You will be spending your afternoon fishing the inshore waters for Yellowtail and Snoek.Price for up to 3 peopleUS $480 - Nearshore charter - 1:00 PM+7We offer these nearshore trips where we focus on targeting a variety of reef species closer to home. These trips are ideal for families with kids or sightseers that would prefer to remain closer to shore. These trips are also more flexible when it comes to departure times.Price for up to 6 peopleUS $712
- Durban Harbour trip 5hrs - 6:00 PM
Fishing durban harbourPrice for up to 7 peopleUS $217 - 6 Hour Trip – Backline Fishing - 7:00 PM
+8Fishing over backline with bait, lures and jigs. Targetting various species.Price for up to 8 peopleUS $279 - 8 Hour Trip – Gatun Lake
Experience a unique fishing adventure on the Panama Canal with Reds Fishing Panama Experience a unique fishing adventure on the banks of the Panama Canal in Gatun Lake with Reds Fishing PanamaPrice for up to 4 peopleUS $520 - Half Day Trip – Local (PM)
+1Enjoy a guided shore-based fishing experience along the Overberg coastline. Perfect for all skill levels, these trips target seasonal species like kob, steenbras, galjoen, sharks and more. All rods, reels, essential tackle and quality bait are provided. Matt selects the best spots based on weather and water conditions. Bring a hat, sunglasses, sunblock, a wind-resistant jacket, snacks, refreshments and a valid fishing permit. Ideal for solo anglers, families and small groups.Per personUS $78 Master M Fishing Charters
Durban, South Africa12 Hour Trip – Deep Sea
+4This trip is unique....it gives us the opportunity to get those deep sea monsters like Amberjack, Geelbek Salmon and much more.Price for up to 10 peopleUS $929Neurowave Fishing Charters
Durban, South Africa10 Hour Trip – Deep Sea Fishing
+4North GroundsPrice for up to 1 personUS $77Deep South Fishing Charters
Cape Town, South Africa6 Hour Trip – Inshore
+6You will being stay close to shore and Cape Point will be our preferred destination for Yellowtail, Snoek, Katonkel (Bonito's), we will be trolling, spinning using lure where Cape Point's coastline/backdrop (world famous) and breathtaking beautiful views only metres away. We will also focus on bottom and reef fish and can find many areas in False Bay and in calmer waters to enjoy our huge selection of reef fish - Red Roma, Bronze Bream, White Stumpnose and Kob.Price for up to 6 peopleUS $800Nomad Fishing SA
Cape Town, South AfricaClarence Drive day sessions
+3Explore the spectacular mountain coastline along Clarence Drive. Fish secluded coves, rocky points and hidden reefs selected according to the tides, weather and sea conditions. With an experienced local guide, target a variety of reef, pelagic and occasional game fish species. More than just fishing, this experience offers breathtaking mountain and ocean scenery, wild coastline and an authentic South African rock & surf fishing adventure, all within easy reach of Cape Town.Per personUS $87
What anglers say about Kob fishing
- 5.0/5(5 Hour Trip – Middeep - 6:00 AM)
Half day out to sea with captain Devron and nirav
What an awesome day out to sea with captain Devron and nirav, we had an awesome experience which will surely be remembered for years to come, I will definitely recommend hooked again fishing charters based on there patients with kids and those of us learning to fish, it was a over rall good day spent and this won't be our last once again I'd like to thank the skipper and crew for a day well spent.
- 5.0/5(5 Hour Trip – Middeep)
Middeep Trip with Devron and Nirav of Hooked Again Fishing Charters
Well equipped vessel. Friendly staff with a good sense of humour. They made the trip a lot of fun. Great experience. Will recommend Hooked Again anytime. Thanks to Devron and Nirav, you guys are amazing.
Related species
About Kob fishing
Kob is known by many different names, depending on where you fish. Anglers in Australia call it Mulloway, Jewfish, Butterfish, Mully, and many other things, while those in South Africa stick to the simple name of Kob. Yet another name for this fish is Japanese Meagre, which most closely resembles its latin name. No matter what you call it or where you catch it, this is one beloved game fish!
How Big?
Kob typically weigh around 30 kg but can reach up to 70 kg on occasion. The IGFA world record is a 66.75 kg (147 lb 2 oz) fish landed in Port Elizabeth, South Africa.
When and Where
This species is distributed throughout the Indo-Pacific region, including coastal waters around southern Australia, South Africa, India, Pakistan, China, Japan, and Korea. Young Kob live inshore, while mature fish tend to stay just beyond the surf zone, over soft sandy areas. On occasion, these fish move into estuaries and the upper tidal limits of coastal rivers. River-mouths near rocky beaches are an especially good place to fish for them.
Large Kob caught in Struisbaai, South Africa
How to Fish
You can catch this fish on spinning or baitcasting gear. Many anglers prefer using heavy tackle, since it's more suitable for rocky areas and targeting large Kob. This fish bites live or very fresh dead bait such as squid, prawns, marine worms, and cut fish. Lures and flies also work well.
Good to Eat?
Kob tastes excellent, much like other species closely related to it such as the American Redfish. Sadly, this is one reason why Kob has been overfished. As a result, some governments have placed size and bag limits on this species, so make sure you're familiar with local regulations before you go fishing.
Techniques
Kob is known by many different names, depending on where you fish. Anglers in Australia call it Mulloway, Jewfish, Butterfish, Mully, and many other things, while those in South Africa stick to the simple name of Kob. Yet another name for this fish is Japanese Meagre, which most closely resembles its latin name. No matter what you call it or where you catch it, this is one beloved game fish!
How Big?
Kob typically weigh around 30 kg but can reach up to 70 kg on occasion. The IGFA world record is a 66.75 kg (147 lb 2 oz) fish landed in Port Elizabeth, South Africa.
When and Where
This species is distributed throughout the Indo-Pacific region, including coastal waters around southern Australia, South Africa, India, Pakistan, China, Japan, and Korea. Young Kob live inshore, while mature fish tend to stay just beyond the surf zone, over soft sandy areas. On occasion, these fish move into estuaries and the upper tidal limits of coastal rivers. River-mouths near rocky beaches are an especially good place to fish for them.
Large Kob caught in Struisbaai, South Africa
How to Fish
You can catch this fish on spinning or baitcasting gear. Many anglers prefer using heavy tackle, since it's more suitable for rocky areas and targeting large Kob. This fish bites live or very fresh dead bait such as squid, prawns, marine worms, and cut fish. Lures and flies also work well.
Good to Eat?
Kob tastes excellent, much like other species closely related to it such as the American Redfish. Sadly, this is one reason why Kob has been overfished. As a result, some governments have placed size and bag limits on this species, so make sure you're familiar with local regulations before you go fishing.