Deep sea fishing Southbroom trips leave from Shelly Beach, roughly 20 km north. We found no charter launch or operator in Southbroom.
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| Departure | Distance from Southbroom | Trips |
|---|---|---|
| Shelly Beach | Roughly 20 km | Shared and private trips to Protea Banks |
| Ramsgate Ski Boat Club | Just north | Club launch, no charter found |
Trafalgar MPA
Southbroom sits beside the Trafalgar marine protected area, which runs about 1 nautical mile out to sea. Shore fishing is allowed. 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.
Southbroom 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 Southbroom FAQs
How far is the nearest fishing charter from Southbroom?
Shelly Beach, roughly 20 km north.
Can I fish in the Trafalgar MPA?
From the shore, yes. From a boat you need a permit and may only catch pelagic species.
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
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