Sapphire

SAPPHIRE FISHING CHARTERS

Sapphire fishing charters offers more than a trip — a personal, owner-run experience you’ll never forget.

Where every guest is treated like it’s their once-in-a-lifetime trip. Based in Houtbay and fishing the Western Cape.

Single bookings for mixed charters welcome.

Max 6 guests • All gear included • No experience needed         

Why Fish With Us

Sapphire Fishing Charters offers anglers of all skill levels the opportunity to experience exhilarating fishing on sapphire-blue waters, with expert guidance every step of the way.

We practice sustainable fishing—guests may keep fish within regulated quotas, after which all additional catches are responsibly released.

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About Sapphire®

About Sapphire®

We specialize in offshore big-game fishing, with a primary focus on tuna charters launching from Hout Bay Harbour. Our target species include Yellowfin, Longfin (Albacore), Bigeye, and Bluefin tuna— with large Yellowfin being the most prominent. 

During the off-season, we expand our operations along the Westcoast and beyond, from St Helena Bay, Yzerfontein through to Struisbaai, targeting species such as Yellowtail and Snoek.

In addition to fishing charters, we also offer birding and whale-watching trips for those looking to experience the ocean in a different way.

 

Our Charters

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Offshore Tuna Fishing — Full Day

Launching from Hout Bay, experience the ultimate bucket-list adventure — battling big Yellowfin and other tuna species in the deep blue offshore waters of the Cape.

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Inshore Yellowtail & Snoek Fishing — Half or Full Day

Operating mainly out of St Helena Bay and Yzerfontein — with occasional trips to Cape Point and Struisbaai — we target Yellowtail and Snoek shoals using primarily artificial lure techniques.

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Birding, Whale Watching & Pleasure Trips

Relaxed ocean experiences focused on scenic cruising, birding, and whale watching. A calm, tailored day at sea for those wanting to enjoy the ocean without fishing.

What Our Guests Say

We take pride in serving our guests with the best experience. Read what they say.

What an extraordinary tuna fishing experience with Sapphire Charters! Skipper Jonathan provided an unforgettable experience, is extremely knowledgeable, really helpful with great equipment! Great value for money and is highly recommend!

Bernice Helm 2 weeks ago

Host was superb and equipment and boat one of the best I’ve been on , we really had a fun day . And would recommend to any one looking for a good time while fishing great waters.

Henco Venter 2 months ago

Had an excellent tuna charter out of Hout Bay with Skipper Jonathan from Sapphire Fish Charters. The entire trip was professionally run from start to finish. The boat is well maintained, fully equipped, and safety standards are clearly taken seriously. Jonathan’s knowledge and experience showed in how he handled the boat and positioned us on the fish with some nice Tuna being caught. The gear was top quality and the onboard service was exemplary — friendly, helpful, and well organized. A truly first-class experience. I would highly recommend this charter to anyone serious about tuna fishing or even first-timers looking for a great day at sea.

Terence Fox 4 days ago

What a great day on Sapphire with Jonathan. Firstly the boat is equiped with all your fishing needs and apparatus to simplify the catching, for us amateurs. Add to that Jonathan (skipper), who was a top guy, great experience & just pleasant to experience our day out, including my non fishing wife. Would highly recommend Jonathan & Sapphire.

Gary Lailvaux a week ago