Nakupenda: 30 ft Offshore Tuna Charter Vessel - Gordon's Bay
Nakupenda is a 30 ft Titan 300 EC powered catamaran used by Cape Point Tuna Charters for offshore tuna trips, inshore fishing, private charters, corporate groups, and competition fishing. With twin Yamaha commercial engines, Garmin electronics, radar, FLIR thermal imaging, and a comfort-focused cabin layout, Nakupenda is built for serious days on the water.
Vessel
Nakupenda
Model
30 ft Titan 300 EC
Engines
2 x 300 HP Yamaha
Capacity
Up to 6 guests
Length
8.9 m
Range
40 nautical miles
Home harbour
Gordon's Bay
Trip types
Tuna, inshore, private, corporate
Nakupenda at a Glance
Nakupenda gives Cape Point Tuna Charters a larger offshore platform with serious fishing capability, modern navigation and communication systems, and guest comfort features for long days at sea.
Nakupenda is a 30 ft Titan 300 EC 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 strong offshore platform with the deck space, equipment, and onboard systems needed for long days beyond the harbour.
The Systems That Make Nakupenda Offshore-Ready
Navigation
Nakupenda is equipped with Garmin GPSMAP displays, Garmin radar, Garmin sonar/fish-finding equipment, Garmin autopilot, AIS transmit and receive capability, backup handheld Garmin GPS, paper charts, Yamaha independent navigation, night-rated navigation lights, and FLIR thermal imaging.
Communication
Nakupenda carries Garmin VHF communication equipment, Garmin handheld satellite SMS capability, Hytera KAVI COM, DSC distress functionality, live tracking through MarineTraffic, and a Simrad transponder.
Safety
Nakupenda is listed in the client-supplied information as a Category B commercial vessel with commercial certification, buoyancy documentation, LGSC documentation, safety equipment, emergency communication systems, and captain-led trip procedures. All Skippers are licensed and certified as night rated - Coastal Skipper Ticket.
Fishing
Nakupenda is rigged with 20-plus rod-holder positions, a rocket launcher, trolling boards, an automatic live bait well, below-deck and deck-mounted fish boxes, Shimano Tiagra tackle, Black Magic harnesses, and landing equipment.
30 ft
Titan 300 EC catamaran
2 x 300HP
Yamaha commercial engines
20-25 kts
Cruising speed
40 nm
Operational range
Engines, Range and Performance
Nakupenda 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.
Engines
2 x 300 HP Yamaha commercial engines, 20 to 25 knot cruising speed, 35 knot maximum speed, and Sharrow propellers.
Fuel and range
2 x 310 litre built-in aluminium tanks and up to 40 nautical miles operational range.
Navigation
Garmin GPSMAP displays, radar, sonar/fish-finding equipment, autopilot, AIS transmit/receive, backup GPS, paper charts, FLIR.
Communication
VHF, satellite SMS, KAVI COM, DSC distress function, MarineTraffic live tracking, and Simrad transponder.
Fishing setup
20-plus rod holders, rocket launcher, live bait well, below-deck and deck-mounted fish boxes, Shimano tackle, harnesses, landing equipment.
Comfort
Seating for nine including crew, enclosed cabin, toilet, cabin galley, fridge/freezer, 75 litre freshwater tank, dry storage.
Built for Anglers, First-Timers and Private Groups
For serious anglers
A larger 30 ft platform, 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, enclosed cabin space, toilet facilities, galley, fridge/freezer, and freshwater make the trip easier to understand before booking.
For private groups
Nakupenda supports private charters, family outings, corporate groups, competition fishing, inshore fishing, and offshore tuna trips from Gordon's Bay.
Trip Information
Nakupenda 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 Nakupenda take?
Nakupenda can take up to 6 guests. This is the ideal guest group size for comfort and deck space, with crew onboard to manage the trip.
What type of vessel is Nakupenda?
Nakupenda is a powered catamaran skiboat, listed in the client-supplied vessel information as a 30 ft Titan 300 EC. It is used for offshore tuna trips, inshore trips, private charters, corporate groups, competition fishing, and family outings.
What engines does Nakupenda have?
Nakupenda is powered by two Yamaha commercial engines producing 2 x 300 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.
What navigation equipment is on Nakupenda?
Nakupenda is equipped with Garmin GPSMAP displays, Garmin radar, Garmin sonar/fish-finding equipment, Garmin autopilot, AIS transmit and receive capability, backup handheld Garmin GPS, paper charts, Yamaha independent navigation, night-rated navigation lights, and FLIR thermal imaging.
What communication equipment is on Nakupenda?
Nakupenda carries Garmin VHF communication equipment, Garmin handheld satellite SMS capability, Hytera KAVI COM mobile phone-enabled communication, DSC distress functionality, live tracking through MarineTraffic, and a Simrad transponder.
Does Nakupenda have a toilet onboard?
Nakupenda is equipped with Garmin GPSMAP displays, Garmin radar, Garmin sonar/fish-finding equipment, Garmin autopilot, AIS transmit and receive capability, backup handheld Garmin GPS, paper charts, Yamaha independent navigation, night-rated navigation lights, and FLIR thermal imaging.
Book a Proper Day Offshore on Nakupenda
Spend the day on a 30 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.
