Fishing Charters

Reasons to choose Mad Mahi Sport Fishing Charters

Ahi is a large stable 32ft Cat built by 2 Oceans Marine in Cape Town for Cape Town conditions (big and safe).

  • Fly bridge for excellent views, and photography
  • Powered by two powerful 300 hp Yamaha 4,2l V6 engines
  • Furuno navigation, Radar and fishfinders , same as commercial fishermen throughout the world rely on for safety and fish hunting
  • Large comfortable cabin to keep out of the wind, spray and sun when conditions get a bit trying as they often do here in Cape Town
  • Full flushable toilet facility
  • World class tackle brands used- Avet, Shimano, Penn, Daiwa, Halco, Rapala, Trailblazer, Black Magic, Goofish, Mustad.
  • Experienced skipper , 36 years spent as a Licenced skipper fishing at sea
  • Experienced crewman on board
  • Refreshments and light lunch supplied for all offshore charters
  • Photographs of catches supplied
  • Departing from the magnificent Falsebay yacht club, with walk on docking facilities
  • Restaurant and bar service available
  • Safe parking
  • The chance of spinning for yellowtail on the way out next the Cape Point with its magnificent views of the fairest Cape
  • Local knowledge and well connected
  • Official all Africa yellowfin tuna record holder
  • Official woman’s Yellowfin tuna SA Record holder
  • Unofficial 101kg yellowfin on Popper
  • Owner operated
  • Commercial fishing experience
  • Share your catch with your friends and family
  • See the amazing South Atlantic Ocean with its wildlife and bird life from a comfortable safe platform, with VHF and Kavicom communications to other vessels , the shore and cell phones and landlines if required
  • Instant weather information, sea surface temperatures etc via the Furuno Navnet system
  • Child-friendly
  • Beginner and experienced friendly
  • Catch kept on ice
  • Ahi Cape Point Pelagic Fishing

    Rated 0 out of 5
    R15500,00

    During this six hour charter we target Yellowtail, Katonkel, Snoek, Skip Jack Tuna, Reef Fishing and Chokka. Some of these fish are seasonal. Your Skipper will advise you what we will aim to target for the charter beforehand.

    We catch these fish in several ways, spinning, trolling, jigging, bait and bungies. You will learn from the crew on why we use different methods. The sightseeing during this charter is beautiful. This is an ideal family trip to catch your first Yellowtail while enjoy the scenery that False Bay has to offer. You are welcome to take your catch with you.

    This trip includes all tackle and bait. We can provide drinks and a light meal for a nominal added fee, please kindly inform us if you would like this included.

    5 Hour Trip
    Up to 8 passengers
    Kids are allowed under the supervision of adults
    Expeditions are weather dependent
    Up to 8 anglers
    Refreshments included
    A Fishing Permit is required for each angler. Please kindly visit this website to obtain this before the charter commences: https://www.fishing.dffe.gov.za
  • Ahi Offshore Tuna Fishing

    Rated 0 out of 5
    R26000,00

    This charter is between eight and nine hours long in the Tuna Grounds.

    We go up to 40 nautical miles from Cape Point where we target Yellow Fin Tuna, Long Fin Tuna, Blue Fin Tuna, Big Eye Tuna, Dorado, Yellowtail, Skip Jack Tuna and Marlin.

    Going Deep Sea Fishing is an incredible adventure and an experience of a lifetime. Our skipper and crew will guide you through this fishing experience when catching a Tuna.

    You do not have to have experience to join this adventure, we are here to give you this opportunity to fight these beautiful beasts. The Cape has some of the best class tuna in the world when it comes to size.

    10 Hour Trip
    Up to 6 passengers
    Kids are allowed under the supervision of adults
    Expeditions are weather dependent
    Up to 6 anglers
    A Fishing Permit is required for each angler. Please kindly visit this website to obtain this before the charter commences: https://www.fishing.dffe.gov.za
  • First Light Cape Point Pelagic Fishing

    Rated 0 out of 5
    R9900,00

    During this 4 hour charter we target Yellowtail, Katonkel, Snoek, Skip Jack Tuna, Reef Fishing and Chokka. Some of these fish are seasonal. Your Skipper will advise you what we will aim to target for the charter beforehand.

    We catch these fish in several ways, spinning, trolling, jigging, bait and bungies. You will learn from the crew on why we use different methods. The sightseeing during this charter is beautiful. This is an ideal family trip to catch your first Yellowtail while enjoy the scenery that False Bay has to offer. You are welcome to take your catch with you.

    This trip includes all tackle and bait. We can provide drinks and a light meal for a nominal added fee, please kindly inform us if you would like this included.

    4 Hour Trip
    Up to 6 passengers
    Kids are allowed under the supervision of adults
    Expeditions are weather dependent
    Up to 6 anglers
    A Fishing Permit is required for each angler. Please kindly visit this website to obtain this before the charter commences: https://www.fishing.dffe.gov.za
  • First Light Offshore Tuna Fishing

    Rated 0 out of 5
    R19900,00

    This charter is between eight and nine hours long in the Tuna Grounds.

    We go up to 40 nautical miles from Cape Point where we target Yellow Fin Tuna, Long Fin Tuna, Blue Fin Tuna, Big Eye Tuna, Dorado, Yellowtail, Skip Jack Tuna and Marlin.

    Going Deep Sea Fishing is an incredible adventure and an experience of a lifetime. Our skipper and crew will guide you through this fishing experience when catching a Tuna.

    You do not have to have experience to join this adventure, we are here to give you this opportunity to fight these beautiful beasts. The Cape has some of the best class tuna in the world when it comes to size.

    10 Hour Trip
    Up to 4 passengers
    Kids are allowed under the supervision of adults
    Expeditions are weather dependent
    Up to 4 anglers
    A Fishing Permit is required for each angler. Please kindly visit this website to obtain this before the charter commences: https://www.fishing.dffe.gov.za