Deep sea fishing Tinley Manor has been on hold since early 2025. The beach launch, run for decades by the Umhlali Ski Boat Club, is reached through land now being developed for a Club Med resort, and it was still closed in August 2026 with no reopening date. Charters for the area now leave from Ballito.
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- Closed. Ski-boat club members reported being locked out for more than 18 months as of August 2026.
- Proposed rules. If it reopens, a cap of 12 launches a day and resort-only tractors have been proposed.
- Old listings. Some charter listings still name Tinley Manor as a launch. Check the departure point on any quote.
Nearest Departures
| Departure | Direction | Trips |
|---|---|---|
| Salmon Bay, Ballito | South | Surf launch, private boats for up to 5 to 9 |
| Zinkwazi | North | Ski-boat club launch, no charter with published prices |
| Durban harbour | South | Harbour to big game trips, 6 to 10 people |
Target Species
- Gamefish. Couta, dorado, yellowfin tuna, Natal snoek and garrick, with occasional sailfish, marlin and wahoo.
- Bottom fish. Daga salmon, geelbek, musselcracker, rockcod, reds and kob on the deeper reefs.
- Seasons. One Ballito operator fishes for marlin, sailfish, dorado, couta and tuna from December to May, and kob, geelbek and garrick from June to November. Bottom fish run all year.
uThukela Marine Protected Area
The coast from just north of Tinley Manor into Zululand is part of the uThukela MPA. Some zones are closed to all fishing. In the offshore pelagic zone only gamefish such as tuna, couta, dorado, billfish and garrick may be caught, with no bottom fishing or anchoring. Fishing from a boat is not allowed between sunset and sunrise in the controlled zones, and sharks may not be targeted. Launching is only allowed at designated sites. Your skipper knows the zones.
Tinley Manor Area Fishing Prices
| Trip | Ballpark price |
|---|---|
| North Coast private trip, 5 hours, whole boat (up to 5) | R10,250 - R10,500 |
| Durban harbour: deep sea trip, 5 hours, whole boat | R5,000 - R10,000 |
| Durban harbour: deep sea or big game trip, 8 hours, whole boat | R9,000 - R15,600 |
Prices JUST UPDATED. Ballpark figures taken from rates published by North Coast and Durban 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:
- Bashford Fishing Charters, Westbrook - 5-hour private rate (FishingBooker and own booking page)
- Just Fishing Durban, Durban harbour - harbour, backline and deep sea boat rates
- Lynski Deep Sea Fishing Charters, Durban harbour - 3, 5 and 10 hour boat rates
- Hookup Fishing Charters, Wilson's Wharf - bay, backline and deep sea rates (FishingBooker)
- Aqua Nautical Adventures, Wilson's Wharf - harbour, deep sea and big game rates (FishingBooker)
- Simply The Best Fishing Charters, Wilson's Wharf - harbour, half-day, big game and deep drop rates (FishingBooker)
- Hooked Again Fishing Charters, Maritime Place - harbour, garrick and deep sea rates (FishingBooker)
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.
Deep Sea Fishing Tinley Manor FAQs
Is the Tinley Manor launch open?
Not at the time of writing. It has been closed since early 2025 during the Club Med development, with no reopening date announced.
Where can I go fishing near Tinley Manor?
Charters leave from Salmon Bay in Ballito, or from Durban harbour.
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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