A full list of authorised skippers (2023 only) can be found below:
Aran Sea Tours
Aran Sea ToursNotes
Aran sea tours gives you the opportunity of experiencing the beauty of the Aran Islands in a completely new and unique way.
Whether you’re looking for some deep sea fishing, a bit of sightseeing or a boat trip, Aran sea tours offers it all.
Authorised blue fin tuna boat 2024
Kilronan Harbour Inis Mór Ireland
Atlantic Charters
Atlantic ChartersNotes
Ocean Ranger
Safehaven Marine Catamaran. Twin 575 Volvo
Skipper: Michael Walsh
Licence: P5
Base: Kinsale Operational area: 30 miles out of Kinsale, Crosshaven
Authorised blue fin tuna boat 2024
Notes: We have charters to suit everyone, but are always happy to discuss a trip tailored especially for you; just contact us to discuss your ideas.
Kinsale Ireland
Baltimore Wildlife Tours
Baltimore Wildlife ToursNotes
Radiance
Skipper: Kieran Collins
Base: Baltimore Operational area: 30 miles
out from Baltimore.
Authorised blue fin tuna boat 2024
Notes: Wreck fishing, shark fishing and common skate fishing are three kinds of sea angling that Baltimore is famous for, but most of the popular sea angling species of Britain and Ireland are found in these waters. And off Baltimore they are joined by a number of more exotic species, courtesy of the Gulf Stream. Fishing like this is no more than a distant memory in so many other places once famed for their sea angling.
We are involved in tagging programmes with Inland Fisheries Ireland – in which we are tagging shark and common skate.
Baltimore Ireland
Blue shark Angling
Blue shark AnglingNotes
Brazen Hussy ll
Skipper: John Fleming
Licence:1011 (11 passengers and 1 crew)
Base: Rosaveal, Spiddal, Galway (Depending on species)
Operational area: Rosaveal, Spiddal and Galway up to 20 miles to sea
Authorised bluefin tuna boat 2024
Notes: A regular day is between 9am- 6pm from either Rosaveel, Spiddal or Galway depending on species being sought after.
Fishing on the inshore reefs for pollock, cod, ling, wrasse, conger eel and mackerel can be reached in 10 minutes from departure, while our offshore reef marks are within 45 minutes of departure.
Our ground fishing for tope, spurdog, ray, bullhuss, turbot, plaice and the giant common skate can all be reached within the hour which ensures the most amount of time is spent fishing.
The shark season usually starts at the end of June and runs into late October, this is the ultimate angling addrenaline rush with these hard fighting blue and porbeagle sharks all being tagged and release safely.
Package deals available
Spiddal Ireland
Blue Water Fishing
Blue Water FishingNotes
Blue Water
42′ Cygnus. Twin 250HP
Skipper: John Brittain
Licence: 156
Base: Cleggan/Clifden Operational area: Aran
Islands to Achill Head
Authorised blue fin tuna boat 2024
Notes: Blue Water is based in Cleggan, Co Galway a 15 mins drive from Clifden. Skipper, John Brittain, who started chartering in these waters in 1991 is a keen angler and will also point out the birds whales and dolphins that you come across. There are good fishing grounds in the shelter of inishboffin and inishturk islands and a lunch stop off on either can be part of the day. The offshore reefs offer a chance of species like Ling, Cod Pollock Haddock and Whiting. Groups or individuals, experts or beginners are all welcome, there is a full range of tackle available for hire on board, everyone will get fish and if they are biting it will be a lot. There is an online booking option on http://www.seafishingireland.net with instant confirmation or call john on +353 86 2779622.
Cleggan Pier Cleggan Ireland
Carrigaholt Sea Angling Centre
Carrigaholt Sea Angling CentreNotes
We offer deep sea fishing trips for everyone from the experienced Sea Angler to the fishing novice, whether it is for a Day Charter or a complete Fishing, Accommodation and Food package.
Clare Dragoon
LOCHIN 366, 650HP.
Skipper: Luke Aston
Licence: 1110
Base: Carrigaholt Operational Area: 30 miles from base.
Authorised blue fin tuna boat 2024
Notes: With Luke’s knowledge of the ground he can bring you to places that most skippers only dream about. Places that have never been fished with rod and line until now! Here you can catch large skate over 200 pounds in 100 meters of water! Spots of sand where a large selection of flat fish lurk, including Turbot, Brill and Large Place. Rock peaks with the chance of catching that Big Cod, Pollock or Ling to make this a fishing trip that you will always remember.
Carrigaholt Ireland
Courtmacsherry Sea Angling Centre
Courtmacsherry Sea Angling CentreNotes
Courtmacsherry Sea Angling Centre
Courtmacsherry Sea Angling Centre offers charter boat fishing and inshore small boat hire.
Lady Patricia
Aquastar 38′. 370 HP
Skipper: Mark Gannon
Licence: 819
Base: Courtmacsherry Operational Area: 30 miles out from Courtmacsherry
Notes: Mark has two Aquastar 38’s, Lady Patricia and Lady Louise. Specialising in wreck fishing, Mark’s boats have consistently provided specimen fish over the years. Shark, reef and general inshore angling also on offer.
Lady Louise
Aquastar 38′. 370 HP Caterpillar
Skipper: Sean Maxwell
Licence: 818
Base: Courtmacsherry Operational Area: 30 miles out from Courtmacsherry
Authorised blue fin tuna boat 2024
Notes: Mark has two Aquastar 38’s, Lady Patricia and
Lady Louise. Specialising in wreck fishing, Mark’s boats have consistently provided specimen fish over the years. Shark, reef and general inshore angling also on offer.
Inshore small boat hire
With our Self Drive boats several different activities can be enjoyed. Our self drive 16′ Boats are equipped with 8 HP Yamaha 4 stroke engines. Equipment includes:
• Set of oars
• Life-Jackets
• Anchors
• Charts of local area
Also:
• Rods and Reels can be hired
Woodpoint Guest House Courtmacsherry Ireland
Dungarvan Offshore Charters
Dungarvan Offshore ChartersNotes
Algerine
Offshore 105 35ft FPT IVECO 450HP
Skipper: David Hehir & Patrick Hehir
Licence: 121 Expiry 2020 (P5 Licence)
Base: Dungarvan Operational area: Within a 30 mile radius of Dungarvan (This vessel is permitted to operate during the hours of darkness also)
Authorised Bluefin Tuna Boat 2024
Notes: We offer deep sea angling for species such as Cod, Pollack, Ling, Whiting and much more. Mackeral trips, Sightseeing, Dolphin and Whale Watching trips. You can also get the opportunity to go big with game fishing for shark. Small and large groups catered for. Rod an Tackle hire available upon request.
Dungarvan Ireland
Ewing’s Sea Angling & Boat Charters
Ewing’s Sea Angling & Boat ChartersNotes
Sarah Marie
Aquastar 33, 6 cyclinder 225hp turbo perkins
Skipper: Daryl Ewing
Licence: 829
Base: Rosses Point, Sligo (10 mins from Sligo town on local bus route)
Operational area: P5 12 passenger, Sligo and Donegal Bay, 40 miles offshore
Authorised blue fin tuna boat 2024
Notes: Angling available on board our recently acquired newest boat, the M.V. Sarah Marie includes general deep sea, reef, sand angling (all inshore or offshore) and specialist game angling trips for tope, blue shark and skate whilst in season.
Suitable for groups from families to professionals, we give free lessons to all those who need them. Top of the line rods and tackle are available for hire on board and the skipper can arrange accommodation if contacted in time.
Gift vouchers are also available.
Sightseeing, seal watch and eco-tourism tours for non-anglers.
Rosses Point Ireland
Irish Deep Sea Charter
Irish Deep Sea CharterNotes
Rod’n’Reel
Mitchell 31′. 240 HP
Skipper: Jim Nowotynski
Licence: 107
Base: Union Hall Operational area: 30
miles from Union Hall,Glandore & Baltimore
Notes:; Wreck, reef, shark, ground and general inshore
fishing. We have excellent fishing with huge variety all within 45 minutes of leaving port, So more time fishing. Find us on facebook for regular updates @ irish deep sea charter.
Chloe Jay
Aquastar 38 with 200hp x 2
Skipper: Adrian Nowotynski
Licence:1779
Base: Union Hall Operational area:30 miles from Union Hall and Baltimore
Authorised blue fin tuna boat 2024
Notes: Wreck, reef, shark and ground fishing. Also half day trips available and individuals catered for when possible. Regular updates on Facebook at IrishdeepseaCharter. Second boat available
Union Hall Ireland
Kerry Angling and Tuna Charters
Kerry Angling and Tuna ChartersNotes
Tigger
Pro-charter Offshore 31. 330 HP
Skipper: Tony Santry
Base: Caherciveen Operational Area:
Authorised blue fin tuna boat 2024
Notes: Kerry Angling & Tuna Charters operates on the south coast of Ireland out of Caherciveen. We cater for all types of angling from general fishing trips ,shark fishing, common skate, off shore wreck fishing and Giant Bluefin Tuna (catch, tag & release).
We cater for complete novices to highly experienced anglers. Simply bring your wet gear and sandwiches or bring your own fishing tackle and we will provide the rest through your highly experienced skipper. Based in Caherciveen Marina in Kerry, we fish the waters all around the Skellig Islands.
Caherciveen Marina Caherciveen Ireland
Killybegs Angling
Killybegs AnglingNotes
Meridian
Lochin 40′. 420 HP Caterpiller
Skipper: Brian McGilloway
Licence: 295
Base: Killybegs Operational area: 20 miles out of Killybegs
Authorised bluefin tuna boat 2024
Notes: NWCSA member. Charters are available throughout the year for Cod, Pollack, Conger, Ling, Brill, Turbot and all other available
species.
Killybegs Ireland
Killybegs Fishing Trips
Killybegs Fishing TripsNotes
Fiona Tee
33′ Interceptor. 300HP Caterpillar
Skipper: Keith Clarke/ Michael McGettigan
Licence: 961
Base: Mullaghmore, Killybegs Operational area: Donegal Bay. Within 30 miles of land.
Authorised Bluefin tuna boat 2024
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!
Killybegs Ireland
Kinsale Angling
Kinsale AnglingNotes
Harpy
Aquastar 43′. 428 HP Volvo
Skipper: Carroll O’Donoghue
Licence: 805
Base: Kinsale Operational area: 30 miles out of Kinsale, Crosshaven
Authorised blue fin tuna boat 2024
Notes: Reef, wreck and shark fishing. Great coastline offering all types of fishing grounds. Rod hire included. Seats and full charters. Tackle shop. Great hotels, pubs & restaurants. B&Bs and self-catering accommodation arranged.
Kinsale Ireland
Kiwi Girl
Kiwi GirlNotes
Kiwi Girl
Fastcatch Kingfisher 31′. 420 HP Caterpillar.
Skipper: Declan Kilgannon
Licence: 1056
Base: Mullaghmore Operational area: Donegal Bay
Authorised blue fin tuna boat 2024
Notes: We have on offer big game fishing for shark and Giant Bluefin Tuna, bottom fishing, diving charters and sightseeing trips.
All tuition to whatever level is on hand. All gear and tackle is supplied from 130lb. class rods to lighter gear for bottom fishing.
You can hire the M.V. Kiwi Girl for Offshore Watersports Boat Trips Mullaghmore including:
Mullaghmore Ireland
Prospector 1
Prospector 1Notes
Prospector 1
Lochin 33′. Twin 210 HP
Skipper: Peter Power
Licence: 298
Base: Mullaghmore Operational area: 30 miles from point of departure.
Authorised blue fin tuna boat 2024
Notes: Prospector 1 is a purpose built state of the art 33ft (9.9M) charter angling vessel.
Skipper Peter Power, will bring you fishing in Donegal Bay from the idyllic harbour of Mullaghmore, County Sligo, Ireland where you will experience the wonders of deep sea angling on the west coast with the best skipper in Ireland.
Deep sea angling trips
- Sea fishing trips (inshore, offshore, reef, sand or mixed ground).
- Game fishing trips (skate and blue shark while in season)
- All game fishing is catch and release.
Mullaghmore Ireland
Sailfish II
Sailfish IINotes
Sailfish II
Skipper: Noel Kelleher
Licence:
Base: Kilrush Operational Area:
Authorised blue fin tuna boat 2024
Notes: Charter boat operating out of Kilrush marina
Kilrush Marina Kilrush Ireland
Sea Hunter
Sea HunterNotes
Sea Hunter
42′ Interceptor. 650HP Vovlo
Skipper: John Griffin, Gavin and Philip Tivy
Licence: 1225
Base: Youghal Operational area: 30 miles out of Youghal, Cork Harbour an Castletownshend
Authorised bluefin tuna boat 2024
Notes: Specialising in wreck fishing. Also shark and reef fishing. Rod and tackle hire. Equipped for diving with electric diver lift and 12 cfm compressor onboard.
Youghal Ireland
Tuna.ie
Tuna.ieNotes
Deep Blue
Skipper: Adrian Molloy
Base: Killybegs Operational area: Up to a 30 mile radius from the point of departure.
Authorised bluefin tuna boat 2024
Notes:We can also offer you some of the finest Sea Angling in Ireland, inshore and offshore on the best boats and with the best skippers.
Whatever your angling interests from ultra light tackle and fly fishing for big reef pollack to trolling and stand-up tackle for fast fighting Tuna – we aim to please ! Dolphin and whale watching, scenic tours and wildlife trips available along some of the most spectacular scenery in Ireland. Shark fishing! Skate fishing! Tuna fishing! Donegal has it all.
Kilcar Ireland
West Cork Charters
West Cork ChartersNotes
Silver Dawn
41′ Rodman 1250. Twin 430 HP Engines
Skipper: David Edwards
Licence: P5 Licence
Base: Courtmacsherry Operational Area:60 miles to sea from ports from Kinsale to Portmagee
Authorised blue fin tuna boat 2024
Notes:The range of fishing found within close range of Courtmacsherry is superb, with trips producing anything between 6 and 15 different species as a norm and in excess of 20 is possible if anglers are prepared to change methods and use different baits and lures throughout their trip. As a rule mackerel, pollock, cod and ling are usually encountered but several species of wrasse along with whiting, pouting, coalfish, bull huss, conger and many more are often added to the catch.
If you do choose to head offshore to sample the superb shark fishing available within 10 miles of Courtmacsherry, there is a very strong chance of encountering blue sharks and an increasing chance of bringing a porbeagle shark to the boat.
Courtmacsherry Ireland
Wild Atlantic Way Angling
Wild Atlantic Way AnglingNotes
Leah C
11m BW Seacat Catamaran
Skipper: Michael Callaghan
Base: Killybegs Operational area: Up to a 30 mile radius from the point of departure.
Authorised bluefin tuna boat 2024
Notes: Top charter angling business based in the beautiful Donegal Bay and in the heart of the Ireland’s stunning “Wild Atlantic Way”.
We run general charters for all species and are especially interested in taking anglers out targeting as many species as possible in a day.
Killybegs Ireland