Salt Life Fishing

Salt Life Fishing Salt Life Fishing is a guided deep-sea fishing experience that promises you an unforgettable trip. We can accommodate groups of up to six people.

Salt Life Fishing is owned and operated by Justin McCarthy, who has over 30 years of experience In saltwater fishing and has been the skipper for various fishing charters for over a decade. Seasonal targeted fishing includes kob, hake, bonito, and many other species. He knows all the good fishing spots and uses top-of-range technology to help find the fish. Whether youโ€™re a seasoned fisher or new

to fishing, heโ€™s there to help guide you through the steps to land your fish. He proudly adopts ethical fishing practices and respects both the fish and the marine environment. As a SAMSA registered surveyor, safety is his highest priority and the boat is kept in tip-top condition. Wildlife viewing is a bonus for our charter guests, and you may spot dolphins, seals, whales, orcas, turtles, albatross, and more during your fishing trip. Deep sea fishing is fun for all ages, whether itโ€™s your family, friends, or a team-building activity. We will organise all equipment, tackle and bait so all you have to do is turn up with your water and snacks, ready to enjoy the experience.

"Yo, Salt Life fam! ๐ŸŒŠ As the seasons shift and the fishing gets tougher, our crew's gotta stay on their game! ๐Ÿ˜Ž But we'r...
29/04/2026

"Yo, Salt Life fam! ๐ŸŒŠ As the seasons shift and the fishing gets tougher, our crew's gotta stay on their game! ๐Ÿ˜Ž But we're not complaining โ€“ we're still catchin' fish, and next trip's gonna be a big one! ๐ŸŸ We're headed out on Friday, and we're ready to grind. Who's with us? Book your spot now and let's ride the tide!

05/04/2026

What's happening below the surface when those bonnies are biting (or not, as might be the case!). They're so fast, we had to slow these clips right down. Superb day of fishing yesterday, with a few bonnies in the hatch alongside some kob and Miss Lucy ๐ŸŸ๐ŸŽฃ

Yo, check this out! ๐ŸŽฃ Yesterdayโ€™s salt life fishing charter adventure was a mixed bag โ€“ the fishing was slow, man, but t...
19/02/2026

Yo, check this out! ๐ŸŽฃ Yesterdayโ€™s salt life fishing charter adventure was a mixed bag โ€“ the fishing was slow, man, but the crew didnโ€™t give up. They hustled and pulled through, landing some solid catches. Even when the biteโ€™s lazy, the crewโ€™s grind and passion make the trip worth it. Big shoutout to the Salt Life crew for turning a sluggish day into a memorable haul! ๐Ÿ™Œ

๐ŸŸ The Feb 2026 issue of Angler's Talk Magazine is LIVE and its ๐Ÿ”ฅ What to expect in this issue!๐Ÿ›ฅ๏ธ Offshore action โ€“ Monst...
04/02/2026

๐ŸŸ The Feb 2026 issue of Angler's Talk Magazine is LIVE and its ๐Ÿ”ฅ

What to expect in this issue!
๐Ÿ›ฅ๏ธ Offshore action โ€“ Monster Croc hooked!โœจ๏ธ
๐ŸŒŠ Freshwater Action โ€“ How to avoid a Blank!
๐ŸŽฃ Fish Responsibly by Salt Life Fishing โ€“ Going beyond the Bite, let's be responsible anglers ๐Ÿค

๐Ÿ“ฒ Access another exciting issue with just a click of the link! ๐Ÿ’ฌ Share it with an angling buddy โ€” itโ€™s absolutely FREE for you to read!๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿ‘‡ https://www.anglerstalk.co.za/Magazine/feb26/

Salt Life Fishing Charters proudly presents: our captain Justinโ€™s birthday catch all the way from Guineaโ€ฆ guaranteed und...
15/01/2026

Salt Life Fishing Charters proudly presents: our captain Justinโ€™s birthday catch all the way from Guineaโ€ฆ guaranteed under the size limit ๐Ÿ˜‚๐ŸŽฃ Holding that tiny fish up to the camera isn't fooling anyone!

Happy Birthday, Justin ๐Ÿฅณ Don't worry. The big bites are waiting for you here in Mossel Bay.

Did we catch the winning Miss Lucy in yesterday's Cob Derby with this monster? Oh yes we did! Well done Stephen on this ...
21/12/2025

Did we catch the winning Miss Lucy in yesterday's Cob Derby with this monster? Oh yes we did! Well done Stephen on this epic catch of one of the most delicious fish.

Check out our captain, Justin McCarthy's interview with Tails Revolution โš“๏ธ๐ŸŽฅ Watch us in action during this behind the s...
14/12/2025

Check out our captain, Justin McCarthy's interview with Tails Revolution โš“๏ธ๐ŸŽฅ

Watch us in action during this behind the scenes video and please like and subscribe to the channel ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿป

Join us as we take you on an exclusive journey Behind the Scenes with a CHARTER FISHING CAPTAIN, giving you a unique glimpse into the life of a professional ...

28/10/2025
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22/09/2025

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๐ŸŽฃ Catch of the Day! ๐ŸŒŠ

Meet Ashton Polly, age 14, who is an absolute fishing fanatic. Today he landed this beautiful 9kg Kabeljou!

๐Ÿ™Œ His secret? - The legendary Salt Life Fishing, crazy skill and just a little bit of luck.

Ashton is already eyeing a future as a skipper and can't wait to turn 16 and snag his very own SAMSA skippers ticket with Mossel Bay Skippers (shoutout to his brother, Keegan Polly, the owner, for making those ocean dreams a reality!). ๐ŸŒŠ๐Ÿ‘จโ€โœˆ๏ธ

A whole family of ocean lovers, from the Polly brothers to their dad, are making waves in Mossel Bay.

๐ŸŒŠ So keep your eyes peeledโ€”this kidโ€™s going places!

Thanks to Justin at Salt Life for making sure Ashton got hooked up with that big catch today! ๐ŸŽฃ

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Mossel Bay Harbour
Mossel Bay
6500

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