South Africa · Spearfishing zone
Pondoland Marine Protected Area (restricted no-take zones)
What this zone is
Overview
How spearfishing is treated at Pondoland Marine Protected Area (restricted no-take zones).
Declared 2004. Contains offshore, inshore and estuarine restricted (no-take) zones where fishing is prohibited, including the tidal portions of the Msikaba and Mtentu Rivers and a central restricted zone of about 643 km2.
On the coast
Location
Approximate reference point for this zone. See the full picture on the interactive map.
31.4017°S, 29.9217°E
View on the mapSource
This zone is documented in the official source below.
Before you dive
License for South Africa
Whether you need a license to spearfish here, and how to get one.
Apply and pay online via https://www.fishing.dffe.gov.za, or at an office/outlet authorised by the Minister. Available to anyone 12 years or older. Permit must be available for inspection while fishing.
Get your licenseOpens the official portal · fishing.dffe.gov.za
On the ground
Local shops & charters
Gear shops, charters, courses and clubs around South Africa. Sample listings are clearly marked while we verify real operators.