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FISHING ADVENTURES
FISHING ADVENTURES
Duration: 5 - 8 Day (Fully customizable to clients needs)
Min number of People: 4
Mazeppa Bay, located in the heart of the Transkei, is “the fishing destination for catching monsters”. It is considered to be a top destination for all serious non-edible anglers, as many fish exceed the 300 kilogram mark.
The best time to fish Mazeppa Bay is during Winter, with big predators chasing the annual sardine run that occurs in the Eastern Cape and Kwa-Zulu Natal regions. This is the place to test your limits and capabilities as an angler. Typical species to expect: Big Grey sharks, Big Bronze Whalers, Big Ragged Tooth Sharks, Hammerheads.
This package offers a 5 - 8 day fully customizable experience. The multiday format allows anglers to comprehensively experience the potential of this area. Guests will be accommodated in a cozy cottage just a stone-throw away from the coastline. All meals are included, ensuring a hassle-free stay.
Ragged tooth sharks, Dusky Sharks (Grey), Hammerhead sharks, Bronze Whaler Shark, Blacktip Shark, Duck Bill Ray, Black Ray, Thorntail Ray, Diamond Ray, Kob, Garrick, Black Mussel Cracker, and White Mussel Cracker.
1 May - 1 June: As winter approaches, the water temperatures drop and become cooler and consistent, the ever-present Dusky Sharks, Bronze Whalers, Ragged tooth sharks, and many more species begin to appear.
1 June - 1 September: The annual sardine run takes place, bringing all sorts of game fish and predators along with it. During the sardine run, there are large numbers of sharks and rays that follow these schools of sardines feeding on any injured or dead sardines. Huge Dusky Sharks, Bronze Whalers, Ragged tooth sharks, Bull Sharks, and countless ray species become more frequent in these waters.
1 September - 1 October: Water temperatures start to rise again and with that most of Mazeppa's big sharks start to disappear making it more difficult to target these beasts. During this time one can make use of all the smaller fish that come in closer to the shores.
Off-peak (1 November - 1 April): During this time in the warmer waters of the Transkei, the elusive Bull shark becomes more active. The Bull shark is probably one of the most sought-after sharks and is most likely on the top of every non-edible angler’s bucket list. While it becomes easier to target these fish in Summer, it remains an absolute challenge to land these fish.
Tucked into South Africa’s untamed Wild Coast, Mazeppa Bay is a destination that has earned legendary status among serious non-edible anglers. Its dramatic landscape, marked by a suspension bridge leading to the iconic Mazeppa Island, sets the stage for one of the most exhilarating shark fishing experiences in the country.
The bay is renowned for its consistent action with large shark species. From the rocky outcrops and the island’s vantage points, anglers cast heavy baits into deep channels where powerful predators roam.
The combination of rugged cliffs, sandy stretches, and the unique island access creates diverse fishing grounds that challenge and reward even the most seasoned fisherman.
For anglers seeking raw adventure, Mazeppa Bay offers more than just fishing. It is a place where the ocean’s fiercest hunters meet human determination, and every strike carries the promise of a story worth retelling.