These Sportquest Holidays exclusive solo-traveller weeks have been carefully designed to give single anglers the chance to experience an action-packed shore-fishing adventure in South Africa. While our standard trips to the famous Jeffreys Bay are based on two anglers sharing flights, accommodation and fishing, these specially curated departures allow you to join a group of like-minded Sportquest customers as a solo guest, with no single supplements or surcharges to pay.
Along South Africa’s Eastern Cape, Jeffreys Bay delivers one of the most demanding and electrifying shore-based shark fisheries on the planet. This is a destination built for anglers who crave heavy tackle, screaming reels, and fish that push both body and mindset to the limit. Giant Bronze Whalers cruise within casting range, Ragged-Tooth Sharks lurk beyond the breakers, and Bull Sharks rule the deeper gutters. Add Smoothhound, Sand Sharks, Spotted Gullies, Duck-Billed and Blue Rays, and Kabeljou, and no two sessions are ever the same. Every bait placed is a genuine roll of the dice.
Fishing is planned around tides and conditions, with expert support throughout the day. All tackle is supplied, purpose-built for land-based battles with sharks well over 400lb. From bait preparation and long casts to managing long, punishing fights in the surf, the team is there to guide and assist.
After the fishing day is done, comfort is close by. Accommodation at Seashells offers sea views, relaxed living spaces, and easy access to the beach. Evenings are spent unwinding with good food, coastal air, and stories of battles fought just hours earlier.
As with all our Solo Traveller dates, our weeks have been hand-picked in collaboration with our trusted lodge partners to coincide with the season’s peak times, based on historic catch records and local conditions.
The season runs from October to April.
Season: October to April
Peak: October to April
Weight: 75lb to 400lb
Average Weight: 120lb
Season: October to April
Peak: October to April
Weight: 50lb to 500lb
Average Weight: 200lb
Season: October to April
Peak: October to April
Weight: 50lb
Average Weight: 40lb to 200lb
Season: October to April
Peak: October to April
Weight: 200lb to 400lb
Average Weight: 200lb
Season: October to April
Peak: October to April
Weight: 20lb to 160lb
Average Weight: 50lb
Season: October to April
Peak: October to April
Weight: 40lb to 450lb
Average Weight: 80lb
Depart Any international airport - Arrive Johannesburg
Depart Any international airport - Arrive Johannesburg
Depart: TBA
Arrive: O.R.Tambo International Airport
General Note
General Note
Please note: Depending on your chosen international airport, an overnight flight and/or hotel stay may be required, which may affect your departure and return dates. Your itinerary will be finalised once travel arrangements are confirmed.
Independent flight/travel arrangements can be accommodated, though our flight-inclusive packages are recommended to ensure seamless integration into your holiday plans.
Depart Johannesburg - Arrive Port Elizabeth
Depart Johannesburg - Arrive Port Elizabeth
Depart: O.R.Tambo International Airport
Arrive: Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport
Transfer from Port Elizabeth Airport to Jeffreys Bay
Transfer from Port Elizabeth Airport to Jeffreys Bay
Once you have arrived, you will need to make your way through passport control and follow the signs for baggage collections.
When you have collected your bags, make your way to the arrivals hall, where a representative will be waiting to transfer you the short drive to your accommodation. The transfer time is approximately one hour.
Seashells Luxury Apartments
Overnight Accommodation
Seashells Luxury Apartments in a Twin Room on a Full board basis
Fishing
Fishing
During your first two fishing days, you’ll get to experience South Africa’s wild Eastern Cape, where land-based Shark fishing collides with serious surf. Here, the giant Bronze Whalers reign supreme, smashing big baits and tearing up reels within metres of the shore. As well as specimen Bronzies, Jeffreys Bay also offers you the chance to target and catch Ragged-Tooth Sharks, Bull Sharks, Smoothhound, Sand Sharks, Duck-Billed Rays, Blue Rays, and Kabeljou, to mention just a few.
Seashells Luxury Apartments
Overnight Accommodation
Seashells Luxury Apartments in a Twin Room on a Full board basis
Fishing
Fishing
On fishing days three and four, and on each day of your holiday, you will head out with senior guide Gerhard Guse. Gerhard has successfully fished these South African waters (notably the Eastern Cape) since the mid-1980s, regularly catching trophy-sized fish. He is a highly decorated competitive angler and is well-regarded within the country’s sportfishing communities.
Gerhard will assist you while you fish, helping with everything from baiting and casting to offering advice, landing your catch and taking all those important catch pictures for your album.
Seashells Luxury Apartments
Overnight Accommodation
Seashells Luxury Apartments in a Twin Room on a Full board basis
Fishing
Fishing
On your last two fishing days, if there’s a species of fish you haven’t caught and would like to, let Gerhard know, and he will do his best to make it happen. While most of the fishing is ‘classic’ shore fishing – casting your freshly baited lines into the depths and allowing scent trails to drift through the water, enticing ocean predators to come and investigate. It’s also possible to have some fun in the surf with some lighter tackle. Small rubber shads and spinners can provide some exciting sport with species such as Kob, White Steenbras and Garrick, to mention just a few.
Seashells Luxury Apartments
Overnight Accommodation
Seashells Luxury Apartments in a Twin Room on a Full board basis
Transfer from Jeffreys Bay to Port Elizabeth Airport
Transfer from Jeffreys Bay to Port Elizabeth Airport
Once you have checked out of the guesthouse, you will then be transferred back to Port Elizabeth airport for your return flights home. The transfer time is approximately one hour.
Depart Port Elizabeth - Arrive Johannesburg
Depart Port Elizabeth - Arrive Johannesburg
Depart: Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport
Arrive: O.R.Tambo International Airport
Depart Johannesburg - Arrive Any international airport
Depart Johannesburg - Arrive Any international airport
Depart: O.R.Tambo International Airport
Arrive: TBA
General Note
General Note
Please note: Depending on your chosen international airport, an overnight flight and/or hotel stay may be required, which may affect your departure and return dates. Your itinerary will be finalised once travel arrangements are confirmed.
Independent flight/travel arrangements can be accommodated, though our flight-inclusive packages are recommended to ensure seamless integration into your holiday plans.
Prices are shown per person joining a group to achieve the required group size for the holiday. The price is based on twin rooms for accommodation All prices are accurate at the time of publication but may vary slightly due to factors such as travel dates, booking time, airline pricing, or fuel surcharges set by operators. Flights are always priced at the most competitive rates available at the time of enquiry to ensure you receive the best possible value when booking.
Proudly an ATOL bonded company, our trips are complete packages, including all flights, transfers, accommodation, and fantastic fishing and shooting experiences.
| From | To | Days | Price | Availability |
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| 06/11/2026 | 13/11/2026 | 8 | £3,608 | Enquire Book Now |
| 05/11/2027 | 12/11/2027 | 8 | £3,696 | Enquire Book Now |
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During your stay, you’ll be accommodated at the stylish Seashells Apartments, ideally positioned to take full advantage of the breathtaking views over Jeffreys Bay. Each apartment is individually designed to maximise sea views, whether you’re in the lounge, kitchen, or bedroom.
Apartments are spacious, comfortable, and well-equipped with a full kitchen, telephone, cable TV, shower/bath, and an outdoor seating area perfect for unwinding with a drink after a long day on the beach. Accommodation is on a twin-room basis (2 anglers per room), with each apartment shared by the group throughout your trip. Conveniently located just 45 minutes from Port Elizabeth International Airport, transfer times are short and easy.
Breakfast – This is a full board holiday, though early starts are often required to make the most of the morning bite, and breakfasts are typically enjoyed in the apartment. Your kitchen will be stocked with essentials like muesli, fruit, yoghurt, cheese, bread, and coffee, perfect for a quick start before hitting the beach. On days when the fishing allows for a later start, you’ll enjoy a full English breakfast at the resort or a local restaurant.
Lunch – Each fishing day includes a packed lunch to keep your energy up while battling big fish. Expect fresh rolls, snacks, and cold drinks, including water, soft drinks, and a couple of beers to enjoy in the African sun.
Dinner – Evening meals are a highlight. You’ll dine at some of the area’s top local restaurants, with options ranging from juicy burgers and succulent steaks to pasta, pizza, and more, all washed down with a refreshing drink. One evening, you’ll also enjoy a traditional South African braai (BBQ) back at the accommodation, a social and tasty end to a day on the water.
Jeffreys Bay, or J-Bay as it’s affectionately known, lies around 75 kilometres southwest of Port Elizabeth on South Africa’s iconic Garden Route. Famed for its world-class surfing, seashell-strewn beaches, and incredible seafood, it’s also a bucket-list destination for serious shore anglers. Set against the backdrop of the wild and nutrient-rich Indian Ocean, the area is home to an astonishing variety of powerful predators and bottom dwellers. From specimen-sized Bronze Whalers, Ragged-Tooth and Bull Sharks to Duck-Billed Rays, Blue Rays, and Smoothhounds, this coastline offers some of the most thrilling land-based big-game fishing on the planet.
Our trips to Jeffreys Bay are led by legendary South African angler and expert guide Gerhard Guse, ensuring you’re always fishing the right tide, mark, and method for the conditions. With his local knowledge and passion for the sport, every session is maximised for success.
If you love shore fishing and dream of battling some of the largest surf-caught specimens in a truly dramatic setting, Jeffreys Bay delivers. This is raw, adrenaline-filled fishing where every bite is earned, and every catch is memorable, a genuine test of nerve, endurance, and skill.
To learn more about the fantastic shore fishing on offer at Jeffreys Bay in South Africa, visit our YouTube channel.
Shark fishing at Jeffreys Bay is an adrenaline-charged experience that draws anglers from around the world. This stretch of South Africa’s Eastern Cape is home to some of the ocean’s most powerful predators, including Bronze Whalers, Ragged-Tooth Sharks, and formidable Bull Sharks, all of which promise intense, memorable battles from the shore. But the appeal doesn’t stop at sharks. These rich coastal waters are teeming with variety. Duck-Billed and Blue Rays, Smoothhound and Sand Sharks, Spotted Gully Sharks, and prized species like Kabeljou add to the thrill, making every cast a moment of pure anticipation.
The sharks here can exceed 400 pounds, delivering brutal, line-tearing runs and testing every ounce of an angler’s strength and skill. Hooking into a giant Bronzie from the surf is as physically demanding as it is rewarding, an epic test of nerve, technique, and endurance.
Fishing at Jeffreys Bay uses traditional and highly effective shore-based tactics. Large baits are deployed, either by casting or using drones, and scent trails drift through the current, drawing in ocean predators. Multiple rods are typically spread out along the beach and fished in rotation, ensuring everyone gets a fair share of the action.
While waiting for a screaming run from a big fish, there’s also the option to lighten things up. Surf fishing with smaller lures and soft plastics can be incredibly productive, with species like Kob, Garrick, and White Steenbras providing exciting light-tackle sport.
Each fishing session is guided by experts who know the coastline intimately. From expansive sandy beaches to rugged ledges and tide-sensitive hotspots, they’ll take you to the most productive marks based on daily conditions.
One of the big draws at Jeffreys Bay is the quality of the gear. All tackle is provided and built to handle the demands of extreme shore-based shark fishing, from heavy-duty rods and reels to end tackle capable of taming the biggest specimens. All bait is included, ensuring you’re fully equipped and ready to fish from day one.
At Jeffreys Bay, you’re in the hands of one of South Africa’s most experienced and decorated shore-fishing professionals. Leading the guiding team is Gerhard Guse, a name synonymous with success along the Eastern Cape coastline. With a fishing career spanning the mid-1980s, Gerhard brings a lifetime of local knowledge, competitive expertise, and a passion for the sport.
Widely respected across South Africa’s sportfishing community, Gerhard has landed countless trophy-class fish and has represented his country at the highest level. He has an impressive list of achievements:
Whether you’re a seasoned angler or trying your hand at shark fishing for the first time, Gerhard will be by your side throughout the trip. From bait preparation and long-distance casting to landing your catch and capturing the perfect photo, his support is hands-on and tailored to your needs. His calm, approachable style ensures that every angler, regardless of experience, gets the most out of their time on the water. With Gerhard at the helm, you’re not just fishing, you’re learning from one of the very best.
Jeffreys Bay, a vibrant coastal town on South Africa’s Eastern Cape, is celebrated for its natural beauty, iconic surf breaks, and pristine Blue Flag beaches. A popular destination for travellers, it offers a perfect blend of seaside charm and outdoor adventure. Beyond the waves, the surrounding area boasts a network of lagoons, including the Kabeljous, Seekoei, and Krom Rivers, which are rich in birdlife and ideal for canoeing, paddleboarding, and boardsailing. Each year, the town also becomes a stage for nature’s grand spectacle, as migrating whales arrive to give birth just offshore. During the peak season, sightings of these majestic creatures are a near-daily delight.
Just northeast of town lies the Kabeljou Nature Reserve, a well-known hiking and wildlife haven. The reserve’s estuary is one of the best-preserved in the Eastern Cape, providing a sanctuary for waterfowl, herons, and wading birds. It’s a peaceful retreat for birdwatchers and walkers alike, with scenic views across dune-backed wetlands. A short distance away, nestled between Aston Bay and Paradise Beach, the Seekoei Nature Reserve is another ecological gem. This reserve, located along the estuary formed by the Seekoei and Swart Rivers, is home to over 120 bird species and hosts a variety of wildlife, including Red-knobbed Coots and small antelope. A circular hiking trail weaves through fynbos and subtropical vegetation, beginning with a unique raft crossing over the lagoon, an immersive way to explore this ecosystem.
Whether you’re looking to surf world-famous waves, spot whales in the wild, or explore serene coastal reserves, Jeffreys Bay offers a rich and rewarding experience for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike.
Our exclusive Solo Traveller weeks in Namibia give single anglers the chance to take on the raw power of Bronze Whaler Sharks from the legendary Skeleton Coast, with no single supplements and expert guidance every step of the way. From blistering shore-based battles and drone-deployed baits to sea-view accommodation and Michelin-level dining, this is land-based big-game fishing at its most intense and rewarding.
We are pleased to offer you the opportunity to catch some of South Africas biggest and toughest species from the shore. Here at the beautiful destination of Jeffrey's bay, you will be fishing from the shore with a very experienced guide who will aid you while on your holiday to land some of the Indian Oceans most hard fighting species.
The Namibian coast boasts one of the largest populations of Bronze Whaler Sharks in the world. These huge sharks can reach well over 400lbs. You will be targeting them from the shore on heavy surfcasting tackle and bait. The Bronze Whaler is immensely strong and puts up one of the best shore fights you will ever have.
