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Unforgettable Experiences off the Cape Coast

Our mission is to provide the opportunity and expertise to those who want to experience the raw power and beauty of the Atlantic.

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Made for the Open Water

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Built by a crew with years on Cape waters and experience on boats around the world, Ocean Nomad is a charter for anyone who wants to share that feeling, from first-timers to seasoned anglers. Our Riviera 3350 handles the Cape's conditions with ease, so you can focus on the water.

37.5

Feet of Offshore Performance

37.5

Feet of Offshore Performance

660

Total Horsepower

660

Total Horsepower

8

Maximum Guests

8

Maximum Guests

Willem Pretorius

Licensed Skipper & Co-Founder

“The ocean is my home, and I love sharing its secrets with every guest.”

Local Knowledge

A lifelong angler, Will has focused on the Cape's waters since 2016 and knows how they change.

Local Knowledge

A lifelong angler, Will has focused on the Cape's waters since 2016 and knows how they change.

Safety First

Your safety is handled, so all you have to do is enjoy the day on the water.

Safety First

Your safety is handled, so all you have to do is enjoy the day on the water.

Offshore Guide

From tuna sessions to sunset cruises, Will brings the same expertise to every trip.

Offshore Guide

From tuna sessions to sunset cruises, Will brings the same expertise to every trip.

Max Ebsen

Co-Founder of Ocean Nomad

“The freedom of the sea should be accessible and unforgettable. We're here to make every journey in the Cape a world-class experience.”

Fished Worldwide

His fishing has taken him around the globe, from the Florida Keys to Kenya.

Fished Worldwide

His fishing has taken him around the globe, from the Florida Keys to Kenya.

The Cape Connection

After exploring South Africa’s coastline, the Cape waters won him over.

The Cape Connection

After exploring South Africa’s coastline, the Cape waters won him over.

Master of the Craft

Tarpon, giant GTs, marlin, halibut and offshore tuna. He’s caught them all.

Master of the Craft

Tarpon, giant GTs, marlin, halibut and offshore tuna. He’s caught them all.

Mathew Fowle

First Mate

“I've been fishing for as long as I can remember, and I love sharing that passion for the ocean with everyone who comes aboard.”

Deep Sea Since 2013

A lifelong angler who has been fishing offshore seriously for over a decade.

Deep Sea Since 2013

A lifelong angler who has been fishing offshore seriously for over a decade.

At Home in the Water

Diving, snorkelling, surfing or swimming, Mathew's happiest in the ocean, and he respects it.

At Home in the Water

Diving, snorkelling, surfing or swimming, Mathew's happiest in the ocean, and he respects it.

Easy Company on Board

Social and quick with a laugh, focused when it counts. He and Will work as one crew.

Easy Company on Board

Social and quick with a laugh, focused when it counts. He and Will work as one crew.

Stories from the sea

Real Stories from People Who’ve Left the Land Behind

Being an experienced fisherman, I was really impressed by the knowledge and expertise shown by Will. He is very well-acquainted with Cape Town's waters.

Bertie Niemand

Being an experienced fisherman, I was really impressed by the knowledge and expertise shown by Will. He is very well-acquainted with Cape Town's waters.

Bertie Niemand

Being an experienced fisherman, I was really impressed by the knowledge and expertise shown by Will. He is very well-acquainted with Cape Town's waters.

Bertie Niemand

Usually, fishing boats are uncomfortable, but the Riviera was spacious and spotless. I loved the braai at sea as we spotted whales. It was a perfect, relaxing day.

Gerhard Agenbag

Usually, fishing boats are uncomfortable, but the Riviera was spacious and spotless. I loved the braai at sea as we spotted whales. It was a perfect, relaxing day.

Gerhard Agenbag

Usually, fishing boats are uncomfortable, but the Riviera was spacious and spotless. I loved the braai at sea as we spotted whales. It was a perfect, relaxing day.

Gerhard Agenbag

Watching the sunset from the flybridge with a cold drink was magical. We saw dolphins and got to swim with the penguins. 10/10 experience!

Ruan van Wyk

Watching the sunset from the flybridge with a cold drink was magical. We saw dolphins and got to swim with the penguins. 10/10 experience!

Ruan van Wyk

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