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South Africa - Cape Province
Cape Province - Big Game Fishing
There are over 50 species of shark in the western Cape and it is renowned for its Great White Shark fishing. If sharks are not your target there is spectacular fly and conventional fishing for yellowfin, albacore (Longfin) and big-eye tuna and swordfish. Yellowfin and big-eye tuna range from 80-200lbs and albacore from 16-60lbs. In-shore game fishing for southern yellowtail (4-24lbs) is excellent sport on a fly. Snook are found between May and October.
Fishing Seasons: Great White Shark - December, January and February
Tuna, Sailfish, Yellowtail, Kingfish & Queenfishg - October to May
Note: The combination of trout and game fishing is also available. See Freshwater Fishing in South Africa.
Recommended stays:
Andros Bed & Breakfast
Andros, a gracious Cape Dutch homestead, is set in beautiful gardens in Claremont. Rooms are elegantly furnished with private bathrooms, television, telephone and fridge. There is a swimming pool and breakfast is included, dinner is served on request.
Holiday Inn Garden Court
Holiday Inn Garden Court is located close to the centre of Cape Town. It has 136 air-conditioned rooms with bathrooms, television, telephone, tea/coffee making facilities. There is a restaurant, bar and swimming pool.
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Price Includes: 4 nights at the Holiday Inn Garden Court with private bathroom on bed & breakfast, 4 days' guided fishing.
Not Included: International flights, gratuities, items of a personal nature, A supplement of £14 per person per night is payable at the Holiday In for Easter/Christmas periods.