Dear Visitor

F in February is for Fishing

Yes, just one of the activities the West Coast has to offer! The natural deep, sheltered harbour of Saldanha Bay played an important part in the long and colourful history of this area and today still plays a central role in the export and import for the industries of the region, especially the iron ore industry.

Saldanha, due to its sheltered harbour, provides excellent conditions for water sport and fishing enthusiasts. During the Second World War it was also extremely important because of its strategic location and safe anchorage as a convoy assembly point.

Saldanha bay is the largest natural bay in South Africa and the town of Saldanha has developed as one of the major centres of the fishing industry. Fishing is popular in the open sea, but it is also conducted from harbour walls, rocky outcrops and protected beaches. The Saldanha Bay-Langebaan lagoon offers anglers a sublime angling opportunity on small boats within the bay and the lagoon. Likely catches here are galjoen, hottentot, shad (elf) and garrick (leervis)

For those who might be interested in doing a fishing charter, we can recommend the following:

Schaafsma Charters - 1 hour boat trips to the mussel farms and Markus Island. 2-3 hours trips to Markus and the mussel farms, plus Jutten and Malgas Island. Full day trips and 2 day trips also available. Tel: 082-638-5723

Stratos Fishing Charters - Enjoy fishing in the bay and out at sea with light tackle for Cob, White Stump, Elf and Hottentot fish. Deep sea fishing is a real challenge as you take on Tuna and Yellow tail. Alternatively, book for early morning cray fishing trips (in the crayfish season). Contact Thys on 083 275 5891

Events Diary

10-12 February

The West Coast Oppiwa festival at Jacobsbaai. Come and see artists such as Zinkplaat, Valiant Swart, Steve Hofmeyr, Valiant Swart and much much more. This unique experience takes guests on a coach ride with their chosen artist for a drive around the beautiful Jacobsbaai, stopping at various hosts for breakfast, lunch or dinner and watching them perform while on the move! For more info or to book contact Sanet or Lydia at info@jacobsbaai.com or lydia@weskusplek.co.za

9 March

Albert Frost and John Frick performing LIVE at Blue Bay Café. Come enjoy an evening of delicious food and fantastic blues in our restaurant. The show starts at 8pm till late and bookings are essential! To book contact us on 022 7141177.

Blouwaterbaai, Saldanha, South Africa
Tel: +27 (0)22 714 1177/8/9
Contact: info@blouwaterbaai.com

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