Spend the day with The King Of Herrings and get hooked on fishing in Valle Santa! Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Alessandro can tell you all about the local fishery.

You’re likely to fish for Barracuda, Bluefish, Bluefin Tuna, Dentex, Little Tunny (False Albacore), Bonito, Squid, Blue Shark, Cod, Haddock, Garfish, and more, depending on conditions.

Depending on the species you’re after, you may find yourself spinning, trolling, drifting, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Feel free to take home some of the fish you catch, provided they’re within size and bag limits.

Families who love fishing together will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Snacks are never a bad idea – lucky for you, there will already be some on board!

You’ll be casting lines from an 18’ Walkaround with room for 2 passengers. It has and everything else you need for a productive day on the water.

Capt. Alessandro will supply rods and reels for you, as well as lures. Live bait is available, but you should ask the captain whether you’ll be catching it yourself.

Before coming aboard, you’ll need to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species may be off-limits or require a special tag, so make sure you know what to expect. Don’t forget to bring sunblock (non-spray), and sunglasses. Drinks will be available for you.  There will be some light snacks included on board.

The King Of Herrings will make it easy for you to go fishing in Valle Santa. So, how about booking that trip?



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    3 Hour Trip – Inshore Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 9:30 AM
    Price for up to 2 persons
    US $279
    This short inshore trip is perfect for a beginner, child or anyone who wants to enjoy easier type of fishing. The main targets are small Sea Bream, Grouper, Rainbow Wrasse, Sardine and Mackerel.
    Targeted fish
    Gilt-head (Seabream)
    Gilt-head (Seabream)
    Grouper (Dusky)
    Dusky Grouper
    Wrasse (Bluethroat)
    Bluethroat Wrasse
    Mackerel (Atlantic)
    Atlantic Mackerel
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip – Cuttlefish/Octopus
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 9:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Oct 1 - Dec 1
    Price for up to 2 persons
    US $346
    Cuttlefish and Octopus fishing is a traditional autumn/winter inshore type of fishing. For Cuttlefish, the fishing action is done on the sandy bottom with a fake bait and for Octopus – slow manual trolling with a small eel.
    Targeted fish
    Squid
    Squid
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip – Inshore Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 9:30 AM
    Price for up to 2 persons
    US $424
    This trip is perfect for a beginner, child or anyone who wants to enjoy easier type of fishing. The main targets are small Sea Bream, Grouper, Rainbow Wrasse, Sardine and Mackerel.
    Targeted fish
    Gilt-head (Seabream)
    Gilt-head (Seabream)
    Grouper (Dusky)
    Dusky Grouper
    Wrasse (Bluethroat)
    Bluethroat Wrasse
    Mackerel (Atlantic)
    Atlantic Mackerel
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip – Big Game Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 9:30 AM
    Price for up to 2 persons
    US $491
    Adrenaline fishing in the Mediterranean Sea for skilled anglers or for people who want to be in touch with the most famous game fish – big Bluefin Tuna, Albacore Tuna and Dorado are species that we're targeting. Sometimes, it's possible to catch Swordfish or Sharks.
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Swordfish
    Swordfish
    Tuna (Bluefin)
    Bluefin Tuna
    Tuna (Albacore)
    Albacore Tuna
    Shark (Blue)
    Blue Shark
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip – Heavy Bottom Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 9:30 AM
    Price for up to 2 persons
    US $491
    Heavy bottom fishing is a funny technique, mid shore in a very deep seabed. It is possible to catch multiple species and we are targeting Scorpionfish, Haddock, Conger Eel and other deep sea fish.
    Targeted fish
    Cod
    Cod
    Haddock
    Haddock
    Conger Eel
    Conger Eel
    Common Pandora
    Common Pandora
    Scorpionfish
    Scorpionfish
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip – Big Game Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 9:30 AM
    Price for up to 2 persons
    US $558
    Adrenaline fishing in the Mediterranean Sea for skilled anglers or for people who want to be in touch with the most famous game fish – big Bluefin Tuna, Albacore Tuna and Dorado are species that we're targeting. Sometimes, it's possible to catch Swordfish or Sharks.
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Swordfish
    Swordfish
    Tuna (Bluefin)
    Bluefin Tuna
    Tuna (Albacore)
    Albacore Tuna
    Shark (Blue)
    Blue Shark
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip – Heavy Bottom Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 9:30 AM
    Price for up to 2 persons
    US $558
    Heavy bottom fishing is a funny technique, mid shore in a very deep seabed. It is possible to catch multiple species and we are targeting Scorpionfish, Haddock, Conger Eel and other deep sea fish.
    Targeted fish
    Cod
    Cod
    Haddock
    Haddock
    Conger Eel
    Conger Eel
    Common Pandora
    Common Pandora
    Scorpionfish
    Scorpionfish
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Boat
Excellent
4.4 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Karen Z.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Beautiful fishing day!!

VERIFIED   NEW  8 Hour Trip – Big Game Fishing on September 8, 2024
Captain Alessandro did an awesome job with communication and making sure we had the best day to fish and had every opportunity...
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Chad F.
Excellent
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Light fishing in Levanto

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Inshore Fishing on October 8, 2023
My partner and I (both Canadian) signed up for the 6 hour light fishing with Alessandro for early October. The captain was...
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Mark B.
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4.7 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Really relaxed morning and plenty of fish

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip – Inshore Fishing on August 15, 2024
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Bradley H.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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August fishing trip

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip – Inshore Fishing on August 11, 2024
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Gintare M.
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VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Big Game Fishing on June 18, 2023
Everything was just great. The captain, the equipment, the weather. It was nice to have a private fishing trip, it was a first...
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FAQs about The King Of Herrings

The King Of Herrings offers the following trips to customers:
  • €250 per group - 3 Hour Trip – Inshore Fishing (3 hours)
  • €310 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Cuttlefish/Octopus (4 hours)
  • €380 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Inshore Fishing (6 hours)
  • €440 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Big Game Fishing (6 hours)
  • €440 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Heavy Bottom Fishing (6 hours)
  • €500 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Big Game Fishing (8 hours)
  • €500 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Heavy Bottom Fishing (8 hours)

When you book a trip with The King Of Herrings, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder Simrad Evo3 Dual Chirp
  • Snorkeling Equipment
  • Live Bait Well
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with The King Of Herrings include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Snacks
  • Drinks

The King Of Herrings offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

The King Of Herrings offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with The King Of Herrings include:
  • Barracuda (Pacific)
  • Bluefish
  • Bonito
  • Cod
  • Dentex
  • Garfish
  • Haddock
  • Little Tunny (False Albacore)
  • Shark (Blue)
  • Squid
  • Tuna (Bluefin)

Meet the Captain

Alessandro Balestra
Levanto, Italy
ID & license verified
5 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since May 2022
My name is Alessandro and I’ve been fishing since I was a child. I’ve always had a strong curiosity about all aspects related to underwater life and about discovering new species and their behavior. It has been very fascinating for me.

About this listing

Targeted species

Barracuda (Pacific) Pacific Barracuda
Bluefish Bluefish
Bonito Bonito
Cod Cod

Boat specs

Boat Image
Boat category
Cabin cruisers
Capacity
2 persons
Boat length
18 ft
Year built
2011
Boat manufacturer
Jeanneau
Boat type
Walkaround

Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 115HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Drift Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Simrad Evo3 Dual Chirp
Snorkeling Equipment
Live Bait Well
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Snacks
Drinks

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
3kg of catch for customers

Payment

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

Cash
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