Fishing charters False Bay leave from several harbours and launch sites around the bay, not from one harbour. False Bay is the large bay between Cape Point and Cape Hangklip, so where you meet the boat depends on the operator you book.
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Request Availability & PricesConfirmed Departure Points
| Departure point | Side of the bay | Published trips |
|---|---|---|
| Simon's Town | West, about 30 minutes by boat to Cape Point | Tuna, yellowtail, snoek |
| Millers Point | West, south of Simon's Town | Half-day inshore, bottom fishing, tuna |
| Gordon's Bay | East | Offshore tuna, shared and private |
These are departure points confirmed from operators' published trips. Your exact meeting point is confirmed with the quote.
Trips Available in False Bay
- Yellowtail fishing around Cape Point, mainly in summer.
- Snoek fishing, mainly in the cooler months.
- Bottom fishing for reef species off Cape Point.
- Tuna fishing offshore, roughly September to June.
What to Expect
From the western side, boats reach the Cape Point grounds quickly, which suits half-day inshore trips. Travel time to the offshore tuna grounds depends on where you leave from, so compare it when you look at quotes.
False Bay Fishing Charter Prices
| Trip | Ballpark price |
|---|---|
| Half-day inshore trip from Millers Point, per person | From R1,700 |
| Bottom fishing from Millers Point, 6 hours, per person | From R1,700 |
| Tuna trip from Millers Point, per person | From R3,500 |
| Shared tuna trip from Gordon's Bay, per person | R5,500 |
| Private tuna trip from Gordon's Bay, whole boat | R25,000 - R27,500 |
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:
- Keep It Reel Fishing Charters, Millers Point - shared inshore, bottom fishing and tuna rates
- Cape Point Tuna Charters, Gordon's Bay - shared and private offshore tuna rates
Included and What to Bring
- Usually included: tackle, bait or lures, snacks and drinks.
- Bring: windproof layers, closed shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen and a cooler box.
Weather and Cancellations
Strong south-easterly wind in summer often affects False Bay, while the Atlantic side may still be fishable, and the reverse. The skipper decides on the day, and rescheduling follows the operator's policy.
See every trip type on the Cape Town fishing trips page, or request False Bay prices through Deep Sea Fishing Cape Town.
Fishing Charters False Bay FAQs
Is False Bay one harbour?
No. False Bay is the large bay between Cape Point and Cape Hangklip. Charters leave from several places, including Simon's Town, Millers Point and Gordon's Bay.
Which False Bay departure is closest to Cape Point?
Simon's Town and Millers Point, on the western side. Simon's Town is about 30 minutes by boat from Cape Point.
Can I go tuna fishing from False Bay?
Yes. Operators publish tuna trips from Millers Point and Gordon's Bay, and from Simon's Town.
Where exactly do I meet the boat?
It depends on the operator. The meeting point is confirmed with your quote and booking.
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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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