8 fishing spots to visit this summer
If you are planning a fishing expedition these holidays, here are some of the best fishing spots to visit along the south coast and other coastal areas near Durban.
DEEPLY rooted in history and culture, KwaZulu-Natal is also an angling magnate. With legendary deep-sea creatures calling the Indian Ocean home, fishing is nothing short of majestic.
From charter fishing to shore, wade and kayak fishing, KZN has it all. An array of beaches, piers and offshore opportunities are every angler’s dream.
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Be it freshwater or saltwater angling, you must possess a valid fishing licence if you plan to fish in Durban. Both permits are available for purchase at any Post Office.
Although fishing is great along the KZN coastline throughout the year, expect to catch different species at different times. For summer fishing, you could land shad, bronze bream, pompano, brusher, stumpnose, stone bream, blacktail, cave bass, sharks or flatfish.
Fishing spots you must visit:
- The Bluff
The southern part of Durban features good shore fishing corners. The Bluff has two beaches, Garvies Beach and Ansteys Beach, which are ideal for surf casting.
- North and South Piers
If you’d like to cast a line or two while visiting Durban, you can always go pier fishing. You can even catch live bait from the pier and then focus on more serious fishing.
- The Port of Durban
Between the two regions lies one of the biggest harbours in the world. The Port of Durban, also known as Durban Harbour, is the place to be if you’re looking for top-tier fishing charters.
- The Umgeni River
Blue Lagoon Beach is a remarkable place to relax and shore fish, while the uMngeni River is a Yellowfish-wading heaven.
- Umhlanga Beach
More exotic specimens abide in the uMhlanga area. Umhlanga Beach offers great angling from the shore, while Umhlanga Rocks is famous for their shallow waters that attract various fish.
- Umkomaas River-mouth and beach
These are great spots for anglers of any level, and the area is known for its great kob and shad catches.
- Scottburgh point
Those looking to catch sharks, shad and Garrick should head to this popular Scottburgh fishing spot. It’s ideal for fisherfolk of all levels.
- Margate Pier
Get there early morning to find a spot on this pier, renowned for its shad, kob and Garrick and suited to all levels.
Information can be obtained from fishingbooker.com and visitkznsouthcoast.co.za
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