Deep sea fishing Margate trips leave from Shelly Beach, about 8.5 km north. We found no charter launch in Margate itself, and listings that say Margate launch at Shelly Beach.
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| Departure | Distance from Margate | Trips |
|---|---|---|
| Shelly Beach | About 8.5 km | Shared and private trips to Protea Banks |
| Ramsgate Ski Boat Club | Just south | Club launch, no charter found |
Trafalgar MPA
The small Trafalgar marine protected area lies south of Margate. Shore fishing is allowed, but fishing from a boat needs a permit and only pelagic species may be caught.
What You Can Catch
- Yellowfin tuna. All year, best in autumn and winter, often on Protea Banks.
- Couta (king mackerel). Roughly March to June, traditionally from Easter.
- Dorado. November to March, really starting mid-December.
- Billfish. Sailfish and marlin from about October or November.
- Reef fish. Musselcracker, slinger, geelbek, kob, rockcod, englishman and scotsman.
- Sardine run. Usually June or July, bringing gamefish close inshore.
Margate Area Fishing Prices
| Trip | Ballpark price |
|---|---|
| Shared trip, 6 - 8 hours, per person | R1,500 - R1,900 |
| Private 7 - 9 hour trip, whole boat (up to 8 - 12) | R9,000 - R13,500 |
Prices JUST UPDATED. Ballpark figures taken from rates published by South Coast 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:
- Riptide Charters, Shelly Beach - shared and private rates (FishingBooker)
- Mighty Fishing Charters, Shelly Beach - shared and private rates (FishingBooker)
- Sensational Varuna and Sensational Deep Sea Charters, Shelly Beach - shared and boat rates (FishingBooker)
- Ramrod Fishing Charters, Shelly Beach - shared rates (FishingBooker)
- Awesome Charters, Shelly Beach - shared 6-hour rate
- Pelagic Hunter Charters, Sonny Evans Small Craft Harbour - half-day, full-day and marlin boat rates
Weather and Cancellations
The skipper decides on the day whether it is safe to launch. Wind and swell can cancel or shorten trips. Rescheduling and refunds follow each operator's policy.
Send one request through Deep Sea Fishing Durban and South Coast operators can reply.
Deep Sea Fishing Margate FAQs
Is there a fishing charter in Margate?
Not one that launches there. Margate-listed charters launch at Shelly Beach, about 8.5 km north.
Can I book a shared seat?
Yes. Shelly Beach operators sell shared trips at about R1,500 to R1,900 per person for 6 to 8 hours.
Do I need a fishing permit?
Yes. Every angler needs a recreational fishing permit, also on a charter boat, and most Durban operators say it is not included. Buy one at a Post Office or online from the DFFE before the trip.
Related Fishing Trips
Deep Sea Fishing Durban 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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