Langebaan Fishing Charters

West Coast Fishing Adventure in the Langebaan Lagoon

Experience authentic lagoon fishing with a charter service operated by a skipper who's been navigating these waters for over 40 years. Located about 100km from Cape Town, this fishing charter offers memorable inshore fishing experiences in the pristine waters of Langebaan's natural saltwater estuary.

The Fishing Experience

The nutrient-rich tides of Langebaan attract a diverse range of fish species including Cob, Geelbek, Yellowtail, Shad, Garrick, White Steenbras, and Stumpnose. For the more adventurous, shark fishing is also available. Most fishing spots are just 10-15 minutes from launch, maximizing your time with rod in hand rather than traveling.

What sets this charter apart is the deep local knowledge of where to find fish, which bait to use, and the presentation techniques that come from decades of experience in these specific waters - valuable insights you won't find in any guidebook.

Charter Options

• Inshore Fishing: Standard trips last 5-6 hours and cater to all experience levels
• Specialty Charters: Depending on season, targeted fishing for Snoek, Geelstert (Yellowtail), Tuna, and Crayfish (when in season)
• Family-Friendly: The estuary offers safer, more sheltered conditions compared to open sea fishing - perfect for introducing youngsters to the sport
• Group Options: Additional vessels available for corporate functions or larger groups

Local Knowledge

The charter launches from different sites based on where fish are biting: Saldanha for Geelstert and Tuna, St Helena Bay for Snoek, and Yzerfontein (near Dassen Island) for Yellowtail, Atlantic Bonito and Snoek.

The vessel "Tinta" is a 19ft Cobra Cat fully rigged for inshore fishing with equipment suited to various skill levels. Night fishing is also available with the boat being fully night-rated.

Practical Tips

Remember to get your fishing permit from the Post Office before your trip - it's illegal to fish without one, and charter operators cannot purchase these on your behalf. You'll keep what you catch (within legal bag limits), and the charter provides all fishing tackle and bait.

Success rates in the estuary are typically higher than open sea fishing, though no catches can be guaranteed. The lagoon's sheltered waters make this one of the safest saltwater fishing experiences in South Africa.

Best of all, you'll learn authentic local fishing techniques while enjoying some of the most beautiful coastal scenery on the West Coast.