Ocean Life Charters

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Owned and operated by Captain Donavan Cole, Ocean Life Fishing Charters welcomes you to come and spend the day fishing and making memories where the Atlantic and Indian Oceans meet – False Bay, Cape Town, South Africa.

Captain Donavan and his crew have been fishing these waters for year...

Owned and operated by Captain Donavan Cole, Ocean Life Fishing Charters welcomes you to come and spend the day fishing and making memories where the Atlantic and Indian Oceans meet – False Bay, Cape Town, South Africa.

Captain Donavan and his crew have been fishing these waters for years and enjoy sharing their knowledge with anglers of all ages and skill levels. Their enthusiasm for fishing is sure to entertain you during your South African fishing adventure.

Captain Donavan looks forward to welcoming you aboard the “Ocean Life”, a 28’ Carry Cat powered by twin Yamaha 130HP engines. She comes equipped with the latest navigation electronics all safety gear is certified and maintained to the highest standard.

There are a variety of options for you to choose from since they offer reef, inshore, and offshore South Africa fishing charters. On the inshore trips you will target species such as Yellowtail Kingfish, Cape Snoek, and Bonitos. The offshore trips are full day and target Yellowfin Tuna, Bigeye Tuna, Longfin/Albacore Tuna and Mahi Mahi. If you would like to try reef fishing, you will be targeting Red Roman, Cape Bream, Kob, and Rockfish. All Ocean Life Fishing Charters include top of the line rods, reels, tackle, lures and fresh or live bait. During your fishing adventure you will get to see the diverse marine life such as whales, dolphins, penguins and sharks that call Cape Town, South Africa home.

Ocean Life Fishing Charters is an environmentally friendly charter and they try to tag and release fish whenever possible for the South African Oceanographic Research Institute. You have the option to keep your catch, which the crew will clean for you. Or you can choose to tag and release it for research purposes and be notified once recaptured.

Join Ocean Life Fishing Charters for a South African fishing adventure filled with lifelong memories.

Popular Features:

  • Fishing License Included
  • Fish Cleaning Included
  • Toilet On Board
  • Children Welcome
  • Fishing Tackle Included
  • First Mate
  • Fishing Trips with Ocean Life Charters start at: $555.00

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  • Your Captain will provide:

    • Catch Cleaning & Filleting
    • Fishing License
    • Fresh or Live Bait
    • Lures
    • Rods Reels Terminal Tackle

    You’ll need to bring drinks (no glass bottles), snacks, weather appropriate clothing, sunglasses, sunscreen, etc.

  • Weather cancellations are at your Captain’s discretion, your safety is their number one priority! You will receive a refund for any weather cancellation, or you can choose to reschedule your trip for a different date.

  • King George Way Cape Town, WC

    • Bluefish
    • Bonito
    • Rockfish
    • Sharks
    • Bigeye Tuna
    • Yellowfin Tuna
    Your Captain will have you targeting the species biting most frequently on the days leading up to your trip!

Trips:

You will have the opportunity to select backup dates in checkout (if applicable)

Half Day Trip- Inshore

$555.00

Price includes up to 5 guests

7:00am - 1:00pm SAST (6 hours)
Deposit refundable up to 7 Days before the trip
Trip Details

You will be targeting various inshore species like Yellowtail, Cape Snoek/Barracouta, Bonito, and various reef species around Cape Point. You can also head out towards Seal Island to target various reef fish, Kob, Yellowtail, Cape Salmon and Elf/Bluefish. We can accommodate up to 5 guests but recommend a maximum of 4 for the most comfortable experience.

Full Day Trip- Inshore

$688.00

Price includes up to 5 guests

7:00am - 3:00pm SAST (8 hours)
Deposit refundable up to 7 Days before the trip
Trip Details

You will be targeting various inshore species like Yellowtail, Cape Snoek/Barracouta, Bonito, and various reef species around Cape Point. You can also head out towards Seal Island to target various reef fish, Kob, Yellowtail, Cape Salmon and Elf/Bluefish. We can accommodate up to 5 guests but recommend a maximum of 4 for the most comfortable experience.

Full Day Trip- Tuna

$849.00

Offered 10/01/23 - 07/01/24

Price includes up to 4 guests

7:00am - 5:00pm SAST (10 hours)
Deposit refundable up to 7 Days before the trip
Trip Details

Head out past the magnificent Cape Point to the world-class Tuna grounds beyond. Target massive Yellowfin Tuna and other Tuna species like Longfin/Albacore, Bigeye, Skipjack, and Bonito, as well as Dorado/Mahi Mahi. En-route to the Tuna fishing grounds, there is also a good chance of catching Yellowtail Kingfish! We can accommodate up to 4 guests fishing but recommend 3 for the most comfort! Spearfishers bringing their own equipment can also be accommodated by prior arrangement.

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6 Hour Trip - Inshore (AM)
Donanvan and his colleague did everything to lead the boys (19/15) to exciting fishing rounds and not just to show the usual spots of success. They didn’t come back with a lot of fish but with bright eyes and lots of new insights. A great day out for them and totally recommended.
Donanvan and his colleague did everything to lead the boys (19/15) to exciting fishing rounds and not just to show the usual spots of success. They didn’t come back with a lot of fish but with bright eyes and lots of new insights. A great day out for them and totally recommended.
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6 Hour Trip - Inshore (AM)
We went with captain Eric which was a fantastic experience. my twins(12yrs) and older son (16) had an unforgettable time. although the twins got slightly sea sick, they continued and got better as we went on. Eric assisted by making it easier for them by fishing in calmer waters. but the yelowtail rush on Cape Point was the cherry on the top. we caught plenty and was just amazing. The boat was in good condition with all equipment supplied. i would recommend it anytrime. tx Yasin Manack
We went with captain Eric which was a fantastic experience. my twins(12yrs) and older son (16) had an unforgettable time. although the twins got slightly sea sick, they continued and got better as we went on. Eric assisted by making it easier for them by fishing in calmer waters. but the yelowtail rush on Cape Point was the cherry on the top. we caught plenty and was just amazing. The boat was in good condition with all equipment supplied. i would recommend it anytrime. tx Yasin Manack
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6 Hour Trip - Inshore (AM)
The trip was excellent in all aspects - Eric and Mervyn went out of their way to find the fish and make it a pleasurable trip - the boat is very safe and well equipped.
The trip was excellent in all aspects - Eric and Mervyn went out of their way to find the fish and make it a pleasurable trip - the boat is very safe and well equipped.
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Additional Features:

  • Saftey Equipment

  • Life Jackets
  • Fire Extinguishers
  • First-aid Equipment
  • Cpr-trained Crew
  • Epirb
  • Flares
  • Vhf Radio
  • Navigation

  • Gps
  • Fish Finder
  • Radar
  • Price Includes

  • Catch Cleaning & Filleting
  • Fishing License
  • Fresh Or Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Rods Reels Terminal Tackle
  • First Mate

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