Mike Gately, Wexford caught and released a 574 pound Blue Fin tuna in Donegal Bay at the weekend. Mike and his brother were fishing with Keith Clarke of Killybegs Fishing Charters.
“I was delighted with that fish”, Mike told us.
“My brother ,Ronan, caught another one about the 450 lbs mark as we headed back in.
All were tagged and released . No fish lost.
We did not notice any others targeting tuna although I know the Sligo boat was booked out
We saw Fin Whales, Humpedback whales, Minke whale and countless dolphins.”
Sounds like a magic day!

Go fishing…
Notes
Fiona Tee
33′ Interceptor. 300HP Caterpillar
Skipper: Keith Clarke/ Michael McGettigan / Declan McGettigan
Licence: 961
Base: Mullaghmore, Killybegs Operational area: Donegal Bay. Within 30 miles of land.
Authorised Bluefin tuna boat 2025
Notes: General fishing and sightseeing, including trips to Inishmurray Island.
You can now charter the MV Fiona Tee along with the Skipper Keith Clarke for practically any purpose. Whether it’s simply exploring the coast line or a spot of sea angling, The MV Fiona Tee is the perfect vessel for your trip.

Menu Features:
- Large and small groups catered for
- Fully approved by the Department of the Marine
- Fast & Stable
- Fully Equipped with modern GPS & sonar equipment
- Great for fishing and angling.
- And much more!