Snoek fishing Cape Town trips chase Cape snoek, a long, toothy fish and a local favourite on the braai. Snoek are mainly a cooler-season target, and shoals can be close to shore one day and gone the next.
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The skipper searches with sonar, radar and seabirds, then drifts or holds the boat over the shoal. When snoek are feeding, several anglers can be on at once. When they move, the boat moves with them.
How Snoek Are Caught
- Jigging. The most common method when shoals are found.
- Spinning. Casting and retrieving lures.
- Bait. Fished on stationary lines.
- Fly. Possible for experienced fly anglers. See offshore fly fishing.
Seasonal Availability
Prime snoek fishing runs roughly from May to October and peaks in mid-winter. Not every winter is good, and winter is also when weather cancels more trips. Operators tell you what is running when they quote.
Trip Options
- Half day. Often enough when shoals are close in.
- Full day. At least one operator recommends a full day, as shoals can take time to find.
- Winter inshore and reef trips. Some operators run short winter trips that mix snoek with reef fish, usually from June to September.
Who It Suits
Beginners, families and anyone after fish for the table. Dress for cold, wet conditions.
Departure Points
Snoek trips leave from Hout Bay, Simon's Town, Millers Point and the V&A Waterfront, depending on where shoals are. The departure point is confirmed with your quote.
Snoek Fishing Prices
| Trip | Ballpark price |
|---|---|
| Shared inshore or half-day trip, per person | R1,700 - R2,190 |
| Private 4-hour inshore charter, whole boat, Table Bay (up to 6 anglers) | R11,400 |
| Private 5-hour offshore charter, whole boat, Hout Bay | R13,900 |
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 Oceans Boat Fishing Charters - Hout Bay and V&A Waterfront private and shared rates
What to Bring
- Warm, waterproof layers, a beanie and gloves.
- Closed shoes with rubber soles.
- Sunglasses and sunscreen, even in winter.
- A cooler box with ice for your catch.
Weather and Cancellations
Winter cold fronts bring wind and swell, so expect more cancellations than in summer. The skipper decides on the day. Rescheduling and refunds follow the operator's policy.
Compare snoek with other trips on the Cape Town fishing charters page, or ask for snoek prices through Deep Sea Fishing Cape Town.
Snoek Fishing Cape Town FAQs
When is snoek season in Cape Town?
Operator guides put prime snoek fishing at roughly May to October, peaking in the cold winter months. Some years are better than others.
Why does the skipper keep moving the boat?
Snoek shoals move fast and can be hard to pin down. Skippers use sonar, radar and birds to stay on them.
Are snoek trips cheaper than tuna trips?
Usually, because they stay closer to shore. Published shared inshore rates start around R1,700 per person, against R3,500 or more for shared tuna trips.
Is snoek fishing suitable for children?
Often, as trips are shorter and closer to shore. Snoek have sharp teeth, so the crew handle and unhook them. Check age rules with the operator.
Can I take snoek home?
Usually, within legal limits. Bring a cooler box with ice and confirm the catch policy with your quote.
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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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