Musselcracker Fishing
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Nearest Musselcracker fishing charters
- Trips fromUS $372
- Trips fromUS $248
- Instant ConfirmationTrips fromUS $3,500
- Trips fromUS $279
Hopley’s Fishing Charters
Mossel Bay, Western CapeTrips fromUS $161- Trips fromUS $242
- Trips fromUS $472
Fresh Catch Ocean Charters
Knysna, Western CapeInstant ConfirmationTrips fromUS $186- Trips fromUS $744
- Trips fromUS $155
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Featured Musselcracker fishing charters
- 6 Hour Trip – Private
+7Book a trip exclusively for you, your family, friends or relatives. The advantage of a Private Trip is that if someone gets seasick you can ask to end the trip at any time. You decide if you want to return to port after 2 hours, for example.Price for up to 6 peopleUS $682 - Halfday Trip
+7This is for bottom fishing only and the moment you tired, and want to go home the Captain brings you to shore depending in the tides,.... have the fun in the sun on the ocean and ejoy the dolphins and ocean life....Per personUS $112 - 3day Fishing struisbaai all incl
Join us for a 3 day fishing trip at Struisbaai, South Africa. What's included: Accommodation Fishing 3 Meals per day including snacks Fishing Permits Trolling Tackle Popping & Jigging TransportPrice for up to 6 peopleUS $3,500 - Full day trip deep-sea 8 people max - 6:00 AM
+1Targeting selected species price fish like steenbrass, musclecracker, kob, cape salmon and yellow tail. Monsters of sea which are caught seasonallyInstant ConfirmationPrice for up to 8 peopleUS $670 - 5 Hour Trip – Mini Deep (7 MAX) - 12:30 PM
Mini deep - R6500 for the boat This is a 5-hour trip, all-inclusive of bait, tackle, equipment, and bottom fishing only. Max 7 peopleInstant ConfirmationPrice for up to 10 peopleUS $434 - 4 hr mini/mid
+4Looking to catch some fish in Durban? Aqua Nautical Adventures is your ticket! With Captain Wilheyne at the helm, you'll have a knowledgeable and experienced guide. Depending on conditions, you might hook into Great Barracuda, Bonito, Mahi Mahi, GeeInstant ConfirmationPrice for up to 8 peopleUS $341 - Deepsea
+8This is a 8 hour deepsea trip you choose if you would like to bottom fish only or troll to the mark and troll backInstant ConfirmationPrice for up to 6 peopleUS $807 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.Instant ConfirmationPrice for up to 10 peopleUS $931NeuroWave Fishing Charters
Durban, South Africa6 Hour – Mid-Deep Fishing Trip
+6Enjoy 6 hours of mid-deep fishing, combining trolling, bottom fishing, and trolling to GPS marks.Instant ConfirmationPer personUS $47Neurowave Fishing Charters
Durban, South Africa10 Hour Trip – Deep Sea Fishing
+4North GroundsPrice for up to 1 personUS $78
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What anglers say about Musselcracker fishing
- 5.0/5(Half Day Trip – Knysna Deep Sea)
Amaizing experience , amaizing people definitely a must.
Caught propably around 30 fish and around 8 different species . People on the boat was very professional and very helpful.
- 5.0/5(4 hr mini/mid)
Amazing experience!
Went out today (beginning of September 2025) with a group of 3 of us. The deck hand and skipper were beyond great! Enthusiastic as possible and made us even more excited for the day! Managed to catch close to 15 fish for the 4 hours (mid/mini) including a baby shark! Excellent experience! Thanks guys
- 5.0/5(Half Day Trip – Sportfishing)
Half day trip with Bruno
Wonderful trip with Bruno! Very good communication via Whatsapp. Enjoyed his local knowledge and the nice weather. The boat is well equipped and you are sure to catch something! I am planning to return to Sicily just to fish with him!
About Musselcracker fishing
Also known as the Black Musselcracker and Poenskop Seabream, this South African fish has seen better times. Musselcracker fishing was so popular throughout the 20th century that it resulted in severe population decline of the species in the last 30 years. So much so that the IUCN classifies it as a vulnerable species.
How Big?
Musselcracker can reach almost 5'' in length, and the largest recorded specimen was weighed at 77 lb.
When and Where
Native to Western Cape, South Africa, this species is most prevalent in nearshore and offshore reefs at depths up to 260 feet. While they can be caught all year round, the best option is to target them during spring if possible. Musselcracker tend to reside in clear and clean water, and will avoid sandy areas.
How to Fish
Successfully catching a Musselcracker often involves a drawn-out struggle. You'll be best served with a rod that's long, strong, and light. They love eating Crab, but also won't refuse live fish bait.
Good to Eat?
If you plan on eating the Musselcracker you catch, the rule of thumb is that smaller specimens taste better than their larger kin, but it's a great-tasting fish regardless. Be aware that size and bag limits do apply.
Habitats
Also known as the Black Musselcracker and Poenskop Seabream, this South African fish has seen better times. Musselcracker fishing was so popular throughout the 20th century that it resulted in severe population decline of the species in the last 30 years. So much so that the IUCN classifies it as a vulnerable species.
How Big?
Musselcracker can reach almost 5'' in length, and the largest recorded specimen was weighed at 77 lb.
When and Where
Native to Western Cape, South Africa, this species is most prevalent in nearshore and offshore reefs at depths up to 260 feet. While they can be caught all year round, the best option is to target them during spring if possible. Musselcracker tend to reside in clear and clean water, and will avoid sandy areas.
How to Fish
Successfully catching a Musselcracker often involves a drawn-out struggle. You'll be best served with a rod that's long, strong, and light. They love eating Crab, but also won't refuse live fish bait.
Good to Eat?
If you plan on eating the Musselcracker you catch, the rule of thumb is that smaller specimens taste better than their larger kin, but it's a great-tasting fish regardless. Be aware that size and bag limits do apply.