Legal
Permits & Regulations
Status: Draft — under legal review
Hey Charlie Charters operates under South African maritime regulations administered by SAMSA (South African Maritime Safety Authority). The vessel and skipper hold the licences required to operate commercial charters.
Recreational fishing and crayfish (West Coast rock lobster) diving are regulated by the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE). Recreational anglers require a valid recreational fishing permit, available through the official online portal at https://www.fishing.dffe.gov.za, and crayfish diving is only permitted within the open season and daily bag and size limits.
Wildlife viewing is conducted with respect for the animals and in line with responsible viewing guidelines.
Questions about compliance?
Verified vessel and skipper licence numbers will be published here once they are confirmed.