Pike anglers doing well on Derg

Anglers Paradise Ireland is owned and managed by Damien Culliney, a well known angler and chef in the Clare region and a man passionate about the inland waterways and natural history of County Clare. At Angler’s Paradise, we love the thrill of Game fishing and Pike fishing in equal measure and can take our clients to some of Europe’s most unspoilt rivers and lakes in search of trophy predators and the realisation of their angling dreams.

With over 25 years local fishing experience, Damien is a highly knowledgeable boatman and angling guide with a detailed knowledge of the inland waterways of County Clare and the Shannon system. He also happens to be a talented chef and food lover and combines his two equal passions to create a unique tourist product specialising in authentic fishing adventures and top quality dining in spectacular natural settings.

The Region

Clare has a world-renowned reputation for angling and a history of great fishing that stretches back over 200 years. The Burren region and East Clare lakes, particularly Lough Derg and the lakes and rivers of the River Fergus system, are much sought after as angling destinations. And justifiably so ; many anglers have tussled with the monster, rod-busting pike, atlantic salmon, brown trout and perch that thrive in the rivers and lakes. It’s here that angling legends are born and dreams can come true.

The area was immortalised in FD Barkers publication “An Anglers Paradise” set in and around the village of Corofin at the turn of the last century. This famous fishing book is the inspiration for the name of our guiding business – “Anglers Paradise Boat Tours” .

The Boats

At Anglers Paradise Ireland, we only offer the best. That’s why we’ve selected the Maracraft 535 “Commander” to take guests on the fishing adventure of a lifetime. Fast, spacious and extremely comfortable the Maracraft offers everything the angler needs . Powered by a 115HP Suzuki engine, we can achieve speeds of up to 80 kmph to ensure that you get safely across the larger sheets of water on the big Shannon lakes. This allows us to explore the bigger lakes fully, switching locations at far greater speeds then most other boats. We make sure our guests are always in the right location when the big fish are on the feed. The boat is well equipped with two Lowrance HDI fishfinders, satellite navigation and a remote control Minn Kota electric engine. For comfort, we have top grade pedestal seats and marine carpet throughout. All in all, it’s the ultimate fishing machine and waiting for you to enjoy!