Charter Operator
Vida Loca

Member since December 2018 Cape Town, South Africa
Background
As a boat captain with over 25 years of experience focused in the marine industry, and thousands of sea miles on the South Atlantic Ocean, I can reliably say that the boat and crew that you choose to go to sea with will make a huge impact on the quality of your experience"
Techniques
The thrill of Tuna Fishing is way up on my priority list. I've also been honoured to captain our boat onto a massive monster of a Marline which we released and i'm not sure much can come close to this.....However, being at sea with some light tackle or just observing is just as nice and exciting with so much to discover and learn.

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Cape Town, South Africa
Background
As a boat captain with over 25 years of experience focused in the marine industry, and thousands of sea miles on the South Atlantic Ocean, I can reliably say that the boat and crew that you choose to go to sea with will make a huge impact on the quality of your experience"
Techniques
The thrill of Tuna Fishing is way up on my priority list. I've also been honoured to captain our boat onto a massive monster of a Marline which we released and i'm not sure much can come close to this.....However, being at sea with some light tackle or just observing is just as nice and exciting with so much to discover and learn.
Our Team
Andrew M.
First mate

My Charter Listings

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(19 reviews)
Cape Town
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5.0 / 5
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Cape Town
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Cape Town
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Fishing Reports

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 22 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (60)
Don't leave SA without spending a day with Captain James
Fantastic captain and crew- exceeded all expectations
Great Experience
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
95%
Appropriate for children
90%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
89%
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Robert S.
London, United Kingdom
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

What a great trip with Captain James

VERIFIED   3 Hour Sunset Light Tackle Seafari on February 14, 2023
Captain James and fist mate Mohamed were perfect hosts. We caught plenty of fish which we cooked up that evening. Thoroughly...
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Grabouw, South Africa
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fantastic trip with Captain James and his crew member Dan

VERIFIED   Trip for ะขะธะผัƒั€ on December 27, 2022
We had an amazing trip, caught some fish, saw the whales and visited many beautiful photo spots. I am 100% recommending this...
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Kunal H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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A truly unforgettable experience

VERIFIED   3 Hour Midday Light Tackle Seafari on December 28, 2023
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Amanda Y.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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April fishing trip

VERIFIED   3 Hour Morning Light Tackle Seafari on April 6, 2023
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Nick D. V.
Cape Town, South Africa
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Tuna trip

Full Day Trip on April 17, 2021
Highly recommend James and his team. We had a great and comfortable experience aboard the Vida Loca. After a couple of hours...
Nick D. V. recommends Tuna/Marlin Offshore Seafari
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