Captain
Donavan Cole

Member since December 2017 Cape Town, South Africa
Background
Donavan is extremely passionate about fishing. Whether at work or in his spare time, his entire life has revolved around the sea. He has fished both in South Africa and abroad recreationally, commercially and as a marine fisheries scientist. Donavan absolutely loves fishing and sharing it with others! Donavan is also a registered marine and coastal tour guide specialising in False bay and the Cape Peninsula with a wealth of knowledge in the marine and coastal environment of the areas of operation.

Hey, I'm Captain Donavan Cole

Cape Town, South Africa
Background
Donavan is extremely passionate about fishing. Whether at work or in his spare time, his entire life has revolved around the sea. He has fished both in South Africa and abroad recreationally, commercially and as a marine fisheries scientist. Donavan absolutely loves fishing and sharing it with others! Donavan is also a registered marine and coastal tour guide specialising in False bay and the Cape Peninsula with a wealth of knowledge in the marine and coastal environment of the areas of operation.
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Ocean Life Fishing Charters

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(54 reviews)
Cape Town
 Last booking: 5 days ago
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Trips from US $527

Ocean Life Fishing Charters โ€“ Ocean Flair

Just added to our fleet
Cape Town
 Last booking: 5 days ago
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $416

Customer reviews

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Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 54 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Good experience
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Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
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Appropriate for children
94%
Satisfied with the boat
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Caught fish
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Souheil N.
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Simply the BEST!

VERIFIED   Nearshore charter afternoon on January 29, 2025
Caught some yellow tail fish! The crew is simply awesome and was such a great experience. Big up Captain Donavan and...
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Julien S.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Donavan

VERIFIED   Nearshore charter afternoon on April 25, 2025
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David S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Awesome yellowtail trip!

VERIFIED   Nearshore charter afternoon on March 8, 2025
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Eric G.
Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Donavan

VERIFIED   Nearshore charter afternoon on December 28, 2024
We had a fabulous trip, thanks to Donovan! Kids caught a lot of fish, Don delivered great stories. Coming back for a rematch.
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Peter B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Perfect Day

VERIFIED   10 Hour Trip - Tuna (4 -5 MAX) on November 2, 2024
A perfect day at sea. Everyone caught their fish. Donovan is a superb captain who makes the greatest effort to ensure fish...
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