Reeling in the Summer Heat - KZN REPORT (29 Nov 24)

Loading player...
Despite a sprinkle of rain mid-week, the weather is expected to be excellent with northeasterly winds, making for ideal conditions for fishing. The South Coast has been thriving with good catches of game fish, including cob, garrick, and the occasional out-of-season shad. Freshwater fishing has also been strong, with solid catches of bass and carp in various dams, particularly at Midmar and Albert Falls, and excellent trout fishing in the Midlands.
The North Coast is seeing a steady stream of non-edible fish, including honeycombs, sand sharks, and even some offshore dorado and tuna. The warmer waters and good conditions have fueled the summer fishing boom, with boat anglers enjoying great success as the sea settles. The harbour is also producing grunter, springer, and kingfish.
KZN is in the midst of an epic summer fishing season, with anglers enjoying a variety of species and great catches across both saltwater and freshwater spots…Listen now to catch the latest hotspots and forecast for this weekends action!
Offshore:
It's pelagic season offshore, with a variety of species being landed as water temperatures hit the ideal 23/24 degrees – a true dream for ski boaters. Dorado, sailfish, couta, and tuna are just a few of the exciting catches on the menu!
Rock & Surf:
From a mixed bag of edible species down south to all sorts of skates and sharks up north, angler are holding on tight to their rods as the bite is on.
Freshwater:
The freshwater fishing has been alive this past week. The Yellows have been prominent specie and Sterkfontein being top spot for these gold bars.
Cover angler: Brett Bartho with a stunning Rockcod caught deep-sea off Durban
27 Nov 2024 English South Africa Sports · Leisure

Other recent episodes

Garrick Madness and Sunshine - KZN REPORT (14 AUGUST '25)

It’s another epic week of red-hot fishing action across the KZN coast! The fish haven’t stopped biting – we’re in a full-blown purple patch, with Garrick going wild from the South to the North Coast and everything in between. The South Coast is on fire – this week’s inbox was…
14 Aug 16 min

South Slay-Fest : Shad - KZN REPORT (7 AUGUST '25)

We’re seeing some incredible action across the coastlines, with the South Coast truly stealing the spotlight. From Kob in the rivers to Brusher, Bronze Bream, and even Yellowtail caught on Shad traces off Margate Pier, the fish are coming out thick and fast. Shad are in incredible numbers as reports…
7 Aug 15 min

Weekend Madness Unleashed - KZN REPORT (31 July '25)

After last weekend's grind with challenging sea conditions and patience-testing days, the anglers of KZN has once again delivered. We brought the hustle, found the fish, and now we’re bringing it to you in this week's explosive fishing report. From Durban’s rough surf and juvenile catches to North Coast's grey…
31 Jul 13 min

The Storm Before the Frenzy - KZN REPORT (24 July '25)

After a week of coastal carnage that felt more like a feeding frenzy than a fishing mission, things are shifting from Margate to Richards Bay—and the fish are still there. The rods have bent, reels screamed, and sandwiches have gone uneaten. But this weekend, it’s going to take more than…
24 Jul 14 min

The Coastal Bite Won’t Die - KZN REPORT (17 July '25)

We’re deep in the bite window that refuses to close. With four straight weeks of nonstop action and this weekend is shaping up to be downright explosive. From Margate to Richards Bay, it’s coastal carnage: shad blitzing the shoreline, tuna boiling offshore, and Garrick snapping lines like toothpicks. From ski…
17 Jul 14 min