Anchors Aweigh 123

04/09/2026

19/08/2026

Available dates (minimum 2 nights) @ R500 per night:
Aug 24-31
Sep 1-22; 28-30
Oct 1-31
Nov 1-6; 28-30
Dec 1-16

28/07/2026

Nearby places to eat in Hibberdene:
On the premises - Anker Winkel (near the swimming pool)
Next-door neighbour - Mzimayi River Lodge, access through a gate using your access code.
Jolly Roger - at the main beach
The Rock 'n Rooster - on David Drive
Local Spar - take-aways, Sunday lunch

28/07/2026

Available dates as on 28 July 2026:
13 - 31 Aug
1 - 22 Sep
29 Sep -27 Oct
28 Nov - 16 Dec
per night

25/06/2026

Special for July only:
Book 5 nights or more for R400 per night. Pensioners discount still applies.

08/06/2026

Die sardiens begin loop, walvisse en dolfyne is reeds opgemerk.

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07/05/2026

Almost time for the sardine-run and the whales, we will keep you updated when they are getting closer to Hibberdene.

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07/05/2026

From time to time you might see a gecko on a wall, they are completely harmless and actually help with pest control. Please do not harm them, they will not jump on you or get near you.

25/02/2026

Hibberdene, Anchors Aweigh unit 123, self-catering. Sleeps 3 adults or 2 adults + 2 kids.

The best
Specials for longer stays, all-year-round 10% discount for pensioners. High season is only 1-10 Apr and 15 Des – 10 Jan. Standard rates R500 per night, high season R700 per night. Stay 7 days or longer and get 1 night free, stay 14 days for 15% discount and pensioners still get the 10% discount on top of that.

The good
A bungalow surrounded by trees and green grass. One bedroom with large build-in wardrobe, fan and some books to read, fully equipped kitchen/living area with sleeper couch and kitchen table, private bathroom with shower. Free WiFi and OpenView TV with satellite dish, aircon, linen and bath towels supplied, Walking distance to the Blue Flag status beach and shops. Swimming pool and small shop with take-aways on premises.

The bad
No pets allowed; no smoking indoors; no wood fires for braai (only charcoal/briquet) and bathroom not suitable for wheelchair access.

The ugly
Openings are filling up with booking fast, if you snoose, you lose.

19/02/2026

FISHING TIME

Best Times to Fish:
Early morning & late afternoon – when fish are most active.
A rising tide is increasing movement and feeding activity among fish along the Natal south coast.
Early high tide is excellent for shad, kob, and game fish near reefs and points.

Seasons:
Autumn (Mar-May): Estuary fishing peak: kob, grunter and shad are abundant
Winter (May – August): Sardine Run season = massive shoals & predators, normally from Jun to July. Shad are numerous and easy to catch.
Spring (Sep-Oct): Tidal pool and estuary fishing.
Summer (Nov–March): Great for deep-sea pelagics like dorado, tuna, and sailfish.

Methods:
Surf - Grunter, kob, tailor, stumpnose, shad.

Estuary and River – largemouth yellowfish, grunter, mudfish, cob

Rock and Reef – red roman, smallspotted catfish, various reef fish.

Deep Sea Fishing – kingfish, tuna, sailfish, dorado and shark.
To find a local charter boat, contact the local ski-boat clubs https://www.shellybeachskiboatclub.co.za/ ; https://marlinskiboatclub.co.za/ ;
http://riptidecharters.co.za/

Best fishing places in Hibberdene & Umzumbe:
for Shad, stumpnose, Wave Garrick, Kob, Sharks and Pompano.
• Stiebel Rocks – around Umzumbe town.
• Pumula – South of Hibberdene.

Recreational fishing permit:
Buy Online: https://www.fishing.dffe.gov.za/ords/r/epermit/permitwebapp/login?session=7660345689519
Register and then follow the instructions.

Bait and fishing tackle:
Handy Hardware, Shop 5, 701 Marlin Drive, Hibberdene, (Unit 4, Flying Fish Flats)