A full list of authorised skippers (2022 only) can be found below:
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 2022
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.
Baltimore Wildlife Tours
Baltimore Wildlife ToursNotes
Radiance
Skipper: Kieran Collins
Base: Baltimore Operational area: 30 miles
out from Baltimore.
Authorised blue fin tuna boat 2022
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.
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
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
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 2022
Notes: Blue Water’s skipper John Brittain has over 15 years experience of fishing the waters from Aran Islands to Achil Head on Irelands west coast catching Bluefin Tuna to over 800lbs Blue Shark to 150 lbs Common Skate, Ling, Conger, Turbot, Ray and many others. Our fishing is mostly done over the many reefs, drop offs and sandy banks in the deep clean waters off the Galway coast. Groups or individuals, experts or beginners are all welcome and there is a full range of tackle available for hire on board. Packages of fishing and accommodation are available in the Skippers own guest house http://www.sharamore.com.
Bundoran Star
Bundoran StarNotes
Bundoran Star.
33′ Lochin. 385HP Catpillar.
Skipper: Patrick O’Doherty
Licence: P5 number 1111
Base: Bundoran Operational area: Donegal
Bay. 30 miles from point of departure, weather permitting.
Authorised bluefin tuna boat 2022
Notes: NWCSA member. We have on offer big game fishing
for Shark, Skate and general inshore fishing for up to 30 species which
can be caught on rod and line including: Pollack, Ling, Cod, Ray, Dogfish,
Conger eel, Whiting , Brill, Turbot, Place, Flounder and lots of other
small species All gear and tackle is supplied.
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 2022
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.
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 2022
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
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 2022
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.
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 2022
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.
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 2022
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
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 2022
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.
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 2022
Notes: NWCSA member. Charters are available throughout the year for Cod, Pollack, Conger, Ling, Brill, Turbot and all other available
species.
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 2022
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!
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 2022
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.
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 2022
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:
Sailfish II
Sailfish IINotes
Sailfish II
Skipper: Noel Kelleher
Licence:
Base: Kilrush Operational Area:
Authorised blue fin tuna boat 2022
Notes: Charter boat operating out of Kilrush marina
Sea Angling Charters
Sea Angling ChartersNotes
Loch an Iasc
Fastworker 36 powered by twin Caterpillar 350hp
Skipper: Tom Collins
Licence: No. 974 with P5 licence
Base: Reen, Union Hall Operational Area: 30 miles from Union Hall, Baltimore, Crookhaven.
Authorised blue fin tuna boat 2022
Notes: Operates 12 months of the year and specialises in shark fishing. With experienced skipper Tom Collins the Loch an Iasc is a modern charter company which offers a comprehensive range of services to customers and aims to cater for your every need be it Mackerel, Reef, Wreck, Specimen or Shark fishing.
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 2022
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.
Tirconnell Charters
Tirconnell ChartersNotes
Tor Mór
Kingfisher 31′, 500HP
Skipper: Donal MacMenamin
Licence: 1377
Base: Portnoo / Rosbeg Operational Area: Within 30 miles of Portnoo / Rosbeg, or Killybegs.
Authorised bluefin tuna boat 2022
Notes: Tor Mór is a brand new (2009), fast (500 Hp), solid and stable. She has the latest in navigation and safety equipment on board.
The North-west coast is an unspoilt marine environment, and is within easy reach of some of the finest fishing grounds. In the locality, there are up to 18 species of fish to catch, including Pollock, Mackerel, Cod, Ling, and more.
Fishing rods and tackle are provided free on board, expert guidance and tuition, can be provided by the skipper/owner Donal McMenamin. Donal has many years sea-going experience and is delighted to provide this charter service for both locals and tourists.
There is a microwave oven; to re-heat food, or make a warming cup of soup or tea/coffee. There is seating both inside and outside on deck.
A toilet is provided on board.
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 2022
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.
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 2022
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.
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 2022
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.