Deep sea fishing Hermanus trips leave from Hermanus New Harbour. Operators run half-day reef fishing in Walker Bay and full-day deep sea trips for tuna. Boats are small, usually 4 to 8 people.
Give your date and group size to check Hermanus fishing trips.
Request Availability & PricesHermanus Fishing Trips
| Trip | Published details |
|---|---|
| Shared reef fishing | About 5 to 6 hours from 07:00, minimum 3 to 5 people |
| Private inshore, half day | About 4 hours, up to 5 people |
| Private inshore, full day | 07:30 to 15:30, up to 5 people |
| Deep sea (tuna) | Full day, leave 06:00 to 07:30, back 15:30 to 18:00, 3 to 4 anglers |
Target Species
- Reef and inshore. Red roman, hottentot, silverfish and kob.
- Deep sea. Yellowfin, longfin and skipjack tuna, with bigeye, southern bluefin and marlin caught occasionally.
What is caught depends on the season and the day. Operators tell you what is running when they quote.
Experience and Group Size
- No experience is needed for reef trips. The crew bait hooks and prepare rods.
- Deep sea trips are long days with 3 to 4 anglers, so expect to take turns on fish.
- Shared trips need a minimum of 3 to 5 bookings to go out.
- Groups bigger than 5 may need two boats or a shared trip.
Departure
Trips leave from Hermanus New Harbour. Reef trips usually leave around 07:00 and deep sea trips from 06:00. Your operator confirms the exact meeting point.
Included and What to Bring
- Usually included: rods, reels, tackle and bait, plus snacks and drinks on some trips. One operator films the trip, another sells footage afterwards.
- Bring: warm windproof layers, closed shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen, seasickness tablets if you need them, and a cooler box with ice.
Hermanus Fishing Prices
| Trip | Ballpark price |
|---|---|
| Shared reef fishing trip, per person | R1,000 - R1,800 |
| Private inshore trip, 4 hours, whole boat (up to 5) | R8,500 |
| Private sea fishing trip, 6 hours, whole boat | R10,600 |
| Private inshore trip, full day, whole boat (up to 5) | R16,500 |
| Deep sea trip, full day, per person (3 - 4 anglers) | R6,500 |
| Tuna or deep sea trip, full day, whole boat | R15,000 - R18,500 |
Prices JUST UPDATED. Ballpark figures taken from rates published by Cape Town charter operators and rounded. They are not our prices or quotations, and no operator is bound by them. Most operators do not say whether VAT is included, so confirm it on every quote.
Sources:
- Percy Tours, Hermanus - shared, private inshore and deep sea fishing rates
- Cuda 2 Fishing Charters, Hermanus New Harbour - reef fishing and tuna boat rates
- Majestic Cruises (listed by Truly Africa), Hermanus New Harbour - shared reef fishing rate
- Blade Charters (Walkerbay Adventures), Hermanus New Harbour - inshore and deep sea trip rates
One operator does not say whether its rates are per person or per boat, so confirm the basis on every quote.
Weather and Cancellations
The skipper decides on the day whether it is safe to launch. Wind and swell in Walker Bay can cancel or shorten trips, deep sea trips most often. Rescheduling and refunds follow each operator's policy.
Use Deep Sea Fishing Cape Town to send one request and compare Hermanus operators, or see Cape Town fishing charters if you would rather fish closer to the city.
Deep Sea Fishing Hermanus FAQs
Where do Hermanus fishing trips leave from?
Operators we checked leave from Hermanus New Harbour. Your operator confirms the meeting point and time with the booking.
How many people fit on a Hermanus fishing boat?
Boats are small. Published limits are 4 to 5 people on private and deep sea trips, and up to 8 on one shared reef trip.
Can I go tuna fishing from Hermanus?
Yes. Operators publish full-day tuna and deep sea trips from about R6,500 per person, or R15,000 to R18,500 for the boat. Operators do not publish a Hermanus tuna season, so ask what is running.
Can I keep my catch?
Most reef trips let you take legal fish home. One deep sea operator runs a fish share policy, so check the catch terms on your quote.
Is a reef fishing trip suitable for beginners and children?
Yes. Operators say no experience is needed and the crew bait hooks and set up rods. Check age rules with the operator.
Related Fishing Trips
Deep Sea Fishing Cape Town is a free quote-comparison service. We do not own or operate boats. Trips are run by independent charter operators and your booking is with the operator you choose. Ask each one for a written quote listing the boat, inclusions, departure point and cancellation terms before you pay.
Deep Sea Fishing Hermanus. Request availability and prices from Hermanus operators.
Request Availability & PricesRequest Availability & Prices
Client Reviews
Powered by leaderr
