Deep sea fishing Simon's Town trips leave from the jetty and harbour area on Wharf Street, the closest town harbour to Cape Point. Operators run inshore half days and full offshore days for tuna.
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| Trip | Published details |
|---|---|
| Shared inshore | About 6 hours, from 06:30 in summer and 07:30 in winter |
| Shared offshore | Full day, back about 17:00 |
| Private inshore | 5 hours, morning (07:00) or afternoon (13:00), up to 5 people |
| Private offshore | 8 hours from 06:30, up to 5 people |
Target Species
- Inshore. Yellowtail, snoek, kob, geelbek, shad and reef fish.
- Offshore. Yellowfin, longfin, bigeye and skipjack tuna, with dorado and the occasional marlin.
One Simon's Town operator gives its best tuna windows as mid-October to mid-December and mid-February to mid-June.
Departure
Boats leave from Simon's Town jetty on Wharf Street. Millers Point, a few kilometres further south, is used by other operators. Your operator confirms the meeting point.
Included and What to Bring
- Usually included: rods, reels, tackle and bait. Some trips add snacks and drinks.
- Bring: warm windproof layers, closed shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen, seasickness tablets if you need them, and a cooler box with ice.
Simon's Town Fishing Prices
| Trip | Ballpark price |
|---|---|
| Shared inshore trip from Simon's Town, per person | R1,500 |
| Shared offshore trip from Simon's Town, per person | R2,000 |
| Private 5-hour inshore trip from Simon's Town, whole boat (up to 5) | R8,900 |
| Private full-day offshore trip from Simon's Town, whole boat (up to 5) | R18,900 |
| Half-day inshore trip from Millers Point, per person | From R1,700 |
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:
- Big Blue Fishing Charters, Simon's Town - shared inshore and offshore rates
- Abundance Fishing and Eco Charters, Simon's Town Jetty - private inshore and offshore rates (FishingBooker)
- Keep It Reel Fishing Charters, Millers Point - shared inshore, bottom fishing and tuna rates
One operator adds 4.5% for card payments. Confirm the full amount on your quote.
Weather and Cancellations
Simon's Town is on the False Bay side, so it is often fishable when the Atlantic is rough, but strong south-easterly wind in summer can stop trips. The skipper decides on the day.
Compare Simon's Town with other False Bay fishing charters, or send one request through Deep Sea Fishing Cape Town.
Deep Sea Fishing Simon's Town FAQs
Where do Simon's Town fishing trips leave from?
From Simon's Town jetty on Wharf Street. Some operators use Millers Point slightly further south. The meeting point is confirmed with your booking.
How long does it take to reach Cape Point?
About 30 minutes by boat from Simon's Town.
Are there shared trips?
Yes. One operator publishes R1,500 per person inshore and R2,000 per person offshore.
How many people fit on a boat?
Published limits are 5 to 10 people, depending on the boat and trip.
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.
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