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Alan Blacklaws
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Alan Blacklaws

Cape Town, South Africa
10+ reviews
Captain Alan has been skippering for over 30 years in local waters and overseas. He's also a tour guide so he is very knowledgable. He's owned this business for the past 12 years and loves it. His favourite part of his job is the excitement when catching a fish. You'll love spending the day out with the knowledgeable captain.

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Rating

4.9
11 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

All reviews (11)

Showing 1 – 5 of 11 reviews
  • Sheila Calhoun
    Sheila Calhoun
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    10/10 star trip

    3/4 Day Trip – Inshore • 2 adults

    I can’t say enough about this experience. Alan and Anton were knowledgeable about fishing and wildlife viewing and were very accommodating. Small details like bringing us sandwiches was icing on the cale! Starting with my husband’s favorite part, the fishing, it was a fabulous trip. Because this is a slow period for yellow tail, we decided we would be happy with a couple of fish. Alan quickly put us over a ton of fish. It seemed like we were bringing in one after another for quite a while! My husband was thrilled! Because I mentioned my quest for wildlife, Alan showed us Cape Seals, Humback whales, African penguins, and many aquatic birds as we transited to/from fishing spots. I was thrilled!! When in Cape Town again, i will ensure that we book again with Alan and his crew!

    Reported catch:
    Yellowtail Amberjack
    Snoek
    Response from Captain

    Hi Sheila and John, Thank you very much for your kind review! Yes, it was great having you on board, and well done on your fish John!! Hope to see you again in the future! Safe travels.....

  • Wilhelm Rocher
    Wilhelm Rocher
    za
    South Africa
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    October fishing trip

    3/4 Day Trip – Inshore • 6 adults
    Reported catch:
    Yellowtail Amberjack
    Response from Captain

    Hi Wilhelm: many thanks for the great review! Hope you are on the mend? Regards, Alan.

  • Lauren Querido
    Lauren Querido
    au
    Australia
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    September fishing trip

    3/4 Day Trip – Inshore • 3 adults
    Response from Captain

    Hi Lauren, thanks very much for the great review! Hope to see you again soon!

  • Leif Erik Bohne
    Leif Erik Bohne
    no
    Norway
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    April fishing trip

    3/4 Day Trip – Inshore • 4 adults
    Response from Captain

    Hi Leif, thank you very much for the great review! It was nice to have you and your family on board and i am glad you enjoyed the trip!

  • Ken Yee
    Ken Yee
    Repeat angler
    sg
    Singapore
    Member since 2023
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing frenzy

    3/4 Day Trip – Inshore • 2 adults

    Excellent catches of yellowtails amberjack

    Reported catch:
    Yellowtail Amberjack

Real catches shared by our community

  • Cape Boat Charters
    Cape Boat ChartersCape Town, WC
    Angler displaying a large Yellowtail while fishing offshore, showcasing a beautiful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Yellowtail Amberjack
    Ken Y.
    Ken Y.
    Excellent catches of yellowtails amberjack
  • Cape Boat Charters
    Cape Boat ChartersCape Town, WC
    Three anglers proudly displaying their catches of Yellowtail while enjoying a sunny day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Yellowtail Amberjack
    Elisa L.
    Elisa L.
    Caught 3 Yellow Tails. Was tough going out so hold on. It was great to see the peninsula by sea. On the way back we saw Dolphins and seals. Swimming close to the boat.
  • Cape Boat Charters
    Cape Boat ChartersCape Town, WC
    A group of anglers actively fishing on a boat, with one person reeling in a catch while enjoying a day on the open water.
    Fish 1
    Yellowtail Amberjack
    Another great day at sea with lots of yellowtail around!! Dolphins and whales were spotted along the journey and the conditions were perfect. One adventurous day for the books !
  • Cape Boat Charters
    Cape Boat ChartersCape Town, WC
    Angler proudly displaying a large Yellowfin Tuna while fishing offshore, showcasing the excitement of a successful catch.
    Fish 1
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Holly G.
    Holly G.
    We had a glorius day on the water! First time catching a Yellow Fin, and seeing penguins and seals in the wild. The Captain and First Mate could not have been more accomodating and the boat was first rate. Would do this trip again!

What's biting with Cape Boat Charters in Cape Town

November brings warmer sea, which means Cape Town fishing is about to get hot. Catch Yellowtail and Geelbek. You can go after Kob standing surf fishing style. Out in the open, Yellowfin and Longfin await.

Top catches for November

Fishing reports

A group of anglers actively fishing on a boat, with one person reeling in a catch while enjoying a day on the open water.

A perfect day out at sea !

Aug 14, 2023 • Cape Town
Another great day at sea with lots of yellowtail around!! Dolphins and whales were spotted along the journey and the conditions were perfect. One adventurous day for the books !
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