Sea Angling in the West of Ireland

Sea fishing in Bantry Bay is a great way for you to relax and an even better way to see the spectacular south coast and the surrounding islands.

GROUPS & INDIVIDUALS

Sea Angling Charters

Charter a boat for a full-day, half-day and evening. Rates vary depending on your requirements. Specialist Angling Charters are offered for those of you who wish to target specific species, specimen fish or try new methods of angling. Bantry Bay offers plenty to catch from the seabed, whether on the drift or at anchor. For the full day we steam down the bay towards Sheep’s head and Bere Island to the reefs and marks, where we catch bait fish on route to use on the bottom.

Option one

Half Day Charter

€480 / 8 people
€60 Per Additional Person
4 Hours
Max. 11

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Option TWO

Full Day Charter

€640 / 8 people
€80 Per Additional Person
8 Hours
Max. 11

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Option THREE

Extended Day Charter

€800 / 8 people
€80 Per Additional Person
10 Hours
Max. 11

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Our ADVENTUREs

Your Day on the Bay

Bantry Bay

Bantry Bay offers plenty to catch from the seabed, whether on the drift or at anchor. For the full day we steam down the bay towards Sheep’s head and Bere Island to the reefs and marks, where we catch bait fish on route to use on the bottom. All trips will be tailored to suit your needs. Anglers will benefit from the skipper’s experience and local knowledge, with advice and guidance on-hand at all times. All levels of anglers are catered for.

Local Catch

All charters are dependent on weather and fish catches cannot be guaranteed. The Irish weather and Atlantic Ocean sea conditions can be unpredictable during the year, even in summer. Our Skipper will make their decision to sail based on many years of experience, always keeping in mind passenger safety and comfort. However, depending on wind direction and swell, it may be possible to go ahead with your charter within sheltered waters.

More important information about your tour.

Your Boat

for the day

Set sail for your fishing trip on the Puffin, a 31’ Mitchell known for their sea keeping capabilities or 12 passengers and 2 crew.

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Your Skipper

for the daY

Your Skipper for the Day – We like to mix things up so you could have either Brian, Darren or Niall as your skipper.

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Checklist

what to bring

Make sure you come prepared for the adventure ahead by downloading our PDF checklist prior to your day on the bay.

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We provide life jackets to all. All charters have the provision of a safe and secure trip on-board and a comfortable stable boat with outside seating and toilet facilities. The mackerel fishing trip is dependent on weather and catches cannot be guaranteed, but we will certainly try our best.

REVIEWS

What people are saying about our boat tours

“Absolutely brilliant. Ireland’s waters are extremely rich in life and the displays here are top-notch. I learned a *lot*. Thanks to very helpful staff member Laura, I learned that the lumpsuckers – beautiful fish — need to be “burped” occasionally, in their tank! The variety of wrasses was amazing, as were the anglerfish and the seahorse. I plan to dive on Monday if the weather cooperates, but I am sure I saw more here than I will in the wild!”

Robert M. Corless – June 2022

“Amazing day out! Best boat tour we have ever done! Skipper Brian gave us the best experience possible, with his depth of local knowledge, passion for the area and hugely entertaining personality. We learned about the local wildlife, fished for mackerel, and he even cooked us up a tasty pot of mussels!”

Trip Advisor

“We had the most incredible, memorable family trip out on the Bay with Darren & Bantry Charters, we relaxed in the sun on the boat & got a totaly different perspective of the scenery of the Bay, Bantry & Whiddy, caught fresh pollack for our dinner & got to see 2 whales, amazing! Would highly recommend & will definitely plan a return trip!”

Claire Hayden – Facebook Review

“Absolutely top class we loved it. Niall and Luke really looked after us we did a three hour tour which included the best Dolphin watching we have ever done and we also caught some fish. Made the kids at ease straight away and it was just lots and lots of fun. 5 stars all the way.”

Dan Stenson – Google Review

“Could not say enough about what an amazing day we had, we celebrated my sons birthday and the kids caught, cooked and ate their own fish. Darren and crew are unreal from the sights , the fishing, everything. An amazing day Thanks all”

Gillian Morris – Facebook

“I booked the wildlife tour, Sea angling, and the sunset cruise for my family. We had the absolute best time with BB Charters. Darren and Brian were excellent guides and great with our 2 children. We learned a lot about the history of the area as well as the sea life. Sharon was brilliant advising us what to bring to make sure we were prepared for all of our trips. We will definitely be back next year. Thank you Bantry Bay Charters!”

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