Snoek and Garrick go wild in KZN mayhem

Snoek and Garrick go wild in KZN mayhem

It's pure fishing mayhem in KZN! Snoek are hitting like missiles, shad are in monster mode, and the Sardine Run brings chaos across the coast

Dean Reddy with a Kob proving the North Coast also is producing fish
ANSA / Supplied - Dean Reddy with a Kob proving the North Coast also is producing fish

This week, it's once again pure fishing mayhem across KwaZulu-Natal! The Sardine Run continues with shoals in abundance, and the snoek are hitting like heat-seeking missiles along the entire KZN coast, from Port Edward right up to Richards Bay. It's total chaos out there.


 


Anglers are reporting Garrick, GTs, kingfish, bronze bream, and even some kob and stumpies lighting up the beaches. The KZN South Coast is definitely the crown jewel right now, delivering non-stop action, while the North is a little quieter but still producing good results.

Jack Bennett with a Brusher off the south coast
ANSA / Supplied - Jack Bennett with a Brusher off the south coast

Offshore, it's the trifecta: tuna, couta, and snoek are keeping ski-boat anglers busy. And for our freshwater enthusiasts, don't feel left out - a massive 200 trout were landed in the Midlands stillwaters this past weekend, proving there's magic happening inland too.


 


It's carnage, it's bliss, and it's shaping up to be one of the best fishing weekends of the season. So, load up early, cast hard, and strike fast!


 


To get all the insider details on this week's strike zones, listen to the latest Angler News South Africa podcast now.

Kobus Oosthuizen with a beautiful size early morning Garrick
ANSA / Supplied - Kobus Oosthuizen with a beautiful size early morning Garrick
Anton Smith with a still water trout caught in the midlands
ANSA / Supplied - Anton Smith with a still water trout caught in the midlands
Upasana Juggernath with a Shad while on school holidays at St.Lucia
ANSA / Supplied - Upasana Juggernath with a Shad while on school holidays at St.Lucia

About Vinesh Soogreem

Vinesh Soogreem is a legend in the South African fishing media scene. With over two decades under his belt, he's not just an angler who's explored the KZN waters extensively, but also a passionate communicator who's shared his knowledge through books, magazines, and now podcasts and social media. Vinesh lives by the motto "Fish for the future", reflecting his dedication to both the sport and conservation.


Vinesh's authority on KZN fishing is unmatched. Actively involved in the community since the '90s, he's competed at club and social levels, covered major angling competitions, and earned the trust of the media during the Sardine Run. He currently serves as the National Media Liaison for the South African Surf Casting Association, solidifying his reputation as a key figure in the South African fishing scene

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