Bishop: 25ft Offshore Fishing Charter Vessel - Gordon's Bay
Bishop is a 25 ft Rapid Cat powered catamaran built for serious offshore fishing from Gordon’s Bay. Professionally equipped for tuna trips, inshore fishing, private charters, corporate outings, and competition fishing, Bishop combines practical fishing capability with the safety and communication systems needed for a proper day offshore.
Vessel
Bishop
Model
25 ft Rapid Cat 760 FC
Engines
2 x 150 HP Yamaha
Capacity
Up to 6 guests
Length
7.6 m
Range
40 nautical miles
Home harbour
Gordon's Bay
Trip types
Tuna, inshore, private, corporate
Bishop at a Glance
Bishop is a 25 ft Rapid Cat 760 FC powered catamaran set up for tuna trips, inshore fishing, private charters, corporate groups, competition fishing, and family outings. The vessel gives Cape Point Tuna Charters a capable offshore platform with the deck space, equipment, and onboard systems needed for long days beyond the harbour.
From Gordon’s Bay Boat Angling Club, Bishop offers a stable and well-equipped vessel for offshore tuna fishing, inshore trips and private fishing charters in False Bay and the waters off Cape Point. Its spacious working deck, modern navigation and communication systems, quality fishing tackle and onboard comfort features make it equally suitable for experienced anglers, first-time guests, families and corporate groups.
The Systems That Make Bishop Offshore-Ready
Navigation
Bishop is equipped with Garmin radar, AIS receive capability, a compass, night-rated navigation lighting, handheld Garmin backup navigation, paper charts, and FLIR thermal imaging equipment.
Communication
Bishop carries modern communication equipment, Garmin handheld satellite SMS capability, Hytera KAVI COM, DSC distress functionality, and live tracking through MarineTraffic.
Safety
Bishop is listed in the client-supplied information as a Category B commercial vessel with commercial certification, buoyancy documentation, LGSC documentation, safety equipment, and captain-led trip procedures. All Skippers are licensed and certified as night rated - Coastal Skipper Ticket.
Fishing
Bishop is rigged with 20-plus rod-holder positions, a rocket launcher, fishbox inserts, trolling boards, an automatic live bait well, Shimano Tiagra tackle, Black Magic harnesses, and landing equipment.
2 x 150HP
Yamaha engines
20-25 kts
Cruising speed
35 kts
Maximum speed
40 nm
Operational range
Engines, Range and Performance
Bishop is powered by two Yamaha 150 HP engines and cruises comfortably at around 20 to 25 knots. The vessel carries two built-in 250 litre stainless steel fuel tanks and has an operational range of up to 40 nautical miles, giving the crew the ability to work offshore fishing grounds when weather and sea conditions allow.
The engines are serviced at 100-hour intervals according to Yamaha’s recommended service schedule. This maintenance rhythm is a useful trust signal for guests comparing fishing charter operators, because offshore reliability matters as much as speed.
Engines
2 x 150 HP Yamaha engines, 20 to 25 knot cruising speed, 35 knot maximum speed.
Fuel and range
2 x 250 litre built-in stainless steel tanks and up to 40 nautical miles operational range.
Navigation
Garmin radar, AIS receive capability, compass, navigation lights, backup GPS, paper charts, FLIR.
Communication
VHF, satellite SMS, KAVI COM, DSC distress function, MarineTraffic live tracking.
Fishing setup
20-plus rod holders, rocket launcher, live bait well, fish box, Shimano tackle, harnesses, landing equipment.
Comfort
Seating, cabin space, full-flush electronic toilet, freshwater, insulated cooler box, dry storage.
Built for Anglers, First-Timers and Private Groups
For serious anglers
A working fishing deck, tackle, rod-holder positions, fish storage, bait setup, and landing equipment support a proper offshore day.
For first-time guests
Captain-led instructions, communication systems, safety equipment, seating, cabin space, and toilet facilities make the trip easier to understand before booking.
For private groups
Bishop supports private charters, family outings, corporate groups, competition fishing, inshore fishing, and offshore tuna trips from Gordon's Bay.
Trip Information
Bishop operates from Gordon’s Bay Boat Angling Club and supports shared trips, private charters, corporate groups, family trips, competition fishing, inshore fishing, and offshore tuna trips. Typical departure is 06:30, with a typical trip duration of around 8 hours.
Weather calls are made in advance and communicated with guests. If conditions are not suitable, postponement or call-off options are discussed. Safety overrides the schedule.
Departure point
Gordon's Bay Boat Angling Club
Typical departure
06:30
Typical duration
8 hours
Fishing grounds
Canyon area and False Bay
Guests bring
Layers, sunscreen, food, drinks, medication, camera
Supplied
Tackle, bait, ice, safety gear and trip equipment
FAQ
Everything You Need to Know
How many guests can Bishop take?
Bishop can take up to 6 guests, with a total capacity of 8 people including crew. The ideal guest group size is up to 6, with four anglers fishing especially comfortably on deck.
What type of vessel is Bishop?
Bishop is a powered catamaran skiboat, listed in the client-supplied vessel information as a 25 ft Rapid Cat 760 FC. It is used for offshore tuna trips, inshore trips, private charters, corporate groups, competition fishing, and family outings.
What engines does Bishop have?
Bishop is powered by two Yamaha engines producing 2 x 150 HP. The client-supplied information notes a comfortable cruising speed of 20 to 25 knots, a maximum speed of 35 knots, and 100-hour service intervals according to Yamaha’s recommended schedule.
Does Bishop have a toilet onboard?
Yes. Bishop has a full-flush electronic toilet onboard, along with seating, cabin space, freshwater, dry storage, and an insulated cooler box for guest comfort.
Book a Proper Day Offshore on Bishop
Spend the day on a 25 ft offshore fishing vessel with an experienced crew, serious fishing equipment, modern navigation and communication systems, and the comfort features needed for a full day on the water.
