Aran Sea Tours & Fishing Galway Bay 

5.0
(11 reviews)
 Kilronan ferry port, Aran Islands, Galway, Lower Kilronan, Ireland–

Aran Sea Tours & Fishing Galway Bay 

Lower Kilronan, Ireland
–
38 ft
10
5.0
(11 reviews)

Aran Sea Tours & Fishing operates out of Kilronan, Inishmore, offering anglers a stylish and memorable way to explore the local fishery, with it's breathtaking scenery.

PLEASE NOTE: TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS TO INISHMORE ARE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE GUEST- THOUGH WE ARE MORE THAN HAPPY TO OFFER GUIDANCE ON GETTING HERE.

Skipper Niall is dedicated to putting you on fish while ensuring you have a great time doing it. Depending on your target species and the conditions on the day, techniques such as bottom fishing, drift fishing, and jigging will be employed. Over the course of a 3-hour trip, you can expect to target species including Pollock, Gurnard, Wrasse, Common Ling, Cod, and Mackerel, subject to season and weather.
Your vessel for the day is a 38’ Safehaven Marine Interceptor, comfortably accommodating up to 10 anglers and equipped with a toilet. Complementary WIFI is also available.  All rods, reels, and terminal tackle are included in the price, along with the necessary fishing licenses supplied by the skipper. Any legal species caught during the trip are yours to keep or release.
Niall is joined on board by his first mate, on hand to assist with whatever you need throughout the trip. Complimentary drinks are provided for your comfort, though you’re welcome to bring your own refreshments or snacks. Gratuities for the crew are always appreciated.
Book your trip today and experience the best of Aran’s waters with Aran Sea Tours & Fishing.

Aran Sea Tours & Fishing operates out of Kilronan, Inishmore, offering anglers a stylish and memorable way to explore the local fishery, with it's breathtaking scenery.

PLEASE NOTE: TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS TO INISHMORE ARE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE GUEST- THOUGH WE ARE MORE THAN HAPPY TO OFFER GUIDANCE ON GETTING HERE.

Skipper Niall is dedicated to putting you on fish while ensuring you have a great time doing it. Depending on your target species and the conditions on the day, techniques such as bottom fishing, drift fishing, and jigging will be employed. Over the course of a 3-hour trip, you can expect to target species including Pollock, Gurnard, Wrasse, Common Ling, Cod, and Mackerel, subject to season and weather.
Your vessel for the day is a 38’ Safehaven Marine Interceptor, comfortably accommodating up to 10 anglers and equipped with a toilet. Complementary WIFI is also available.  All rods, reels, and terminal tackle are included in the price, along with the necessary fishing licenses supplied by the skipper. Any legal species caught during the trip are yours to keep or release.
Niall is joined on board by his first mate, on hand to assist with whatever you need throughout the trip. Complimentary drinks are provided for your comfort, though you’re welcome to bring your own refreshments or snacks. Gratuities for the crew are always appreciated.
Book your trip today and experience the best of Aran’s waters with Aran Sea Tours & Fishing.

Niall Boland
Captain
Niall Boland
26 years of experience

Select date to see availability

Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
SuMoTuWeThFrSa
Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
Half Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 11:30 AM
Seasonal trip
May 12 - Sep 30
Shark (Tope)
Cod
Pollock
Wrasse (Bluethroat)
+4
US $477
Entire boat: up to 10 people
Full Day Trip / Shark fishing
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
7 hour trip starts at 9:00 AM
Shark (Porbeagle)
Shark (Tope)
Pollock
Shark (Blue)
+5
US $887
Entire boat: up to 10 people

Customer reviews

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Rating

5.0
11 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (15)

Reviews (11)

  • Nealy Stemple
    Nealy Stemple
    Repeat angler
    us
    Kansas, US
    Member since 2020
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great day fishing for sharks!

    Full Day Trip / Shark fishing on June 26, 2026 • 3 adults

    We loved spending the day with Captain Niall! Our small group caught pollock, which he cleaned for us to take back. My husband hooked a Tope, but it came off before he got it to the boat. The highlight was definitely the Porbeagle shark that our son caught! Captain Niall was visibly delighted watching him battle the shark in to the boat over the course of 25 minutes. It was a great fishing trip and we loved Captain Niall's expertise and company.

  • Steven Lybecker
    Steven Lybecker
    Repeat angler
    us
    Washington State, US
    Member since 2016
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Ireland fishing experience!

    Half Day Trip - 11:30 AM on June 30, 2026 • 5 adults • 2 children

    Captain Niall is a great one! Truely passionate about fishing and conservation. He put us on the Pollock and we had a great time fishing with him. Lots of laughs and great stories. This trip will be one of our most treasured Ireland memories.

  • Alissa Smith
    Alissa Smith
    us
    Kansas, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Very flexible and helpful

    Half Day Trip on August 22, 2025 • 3 adults • 1 child

    We had the greatest time with Captain Niall. He was very patient. We moved to several places to find a good fishing spot. Thank you!

  • Jeffrey Malinowski
    Jeffrey Malinowski
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Fish Aran Bay

    Half Day Trip on June 12, 2025 • 1 adult

    Great time. Clean safe boat. Niall is a very knowledgeable captain and fun to be with.

  • Kevin Walsh
    Kevin Walsh
    Repeat angler
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2017
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great trip

    Half Day Trip on June 5, 2025 • 5 adults

    Niell is great captain. Nice guy. Trip was with family and well worth the price

  • Lucas Hoffmann
    Lucas Hoffmann
    de
    Germany
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fantastic and friendly experience.

    Half Day Trip on July 9, 2026 • 5 adults • 1 child

    Nial provided an excellent service, working well with our family. and ensuring a completely pleasant and memorable experience. he helped the newbies without stealing their thunder, and helped us get a great haul. He cleaned the fish for us, and the whole family had fish and chips unti we were full.

  • Kurtis Hoefling
    Kurtis Hoefling
    us
    Nebraska, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fantastic fishing trip + kid-friendly

    Half Day Trip on August 3, 2026 • 5 adults • 3 children

    We had a wonderful experience aboard the Alissa G! We caught so many fish we lost count.

  • Aaron Carpenter
    Aaron Carpenter
    ie
    Ireland
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Best trip i have ever been on

    Full Day Trip / Shark fishing on July 18, 2026 • 8 adults

    4 shark and 30 Pollock skipper was a gentleman will 100% be going again great value for money

  • Anke Runge
    Anke Runge
    de
    Germany
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    great fishing trip

    Full Day Trip / Shark fishing on August 23, 2026 • 5 adults • 1 child

    Neaill was very friendly, caught sharks. We had a perfect day.

  • Brandon Helms
    Brandon Helms
    Repeat angler
    ae
    United Arab Emirates
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    July fishing trip

    Half Day Trip on July 31, 2026 • 5 adults

FAQs about Aran Sea Tours & Fishing Galway Bay

Aran Sea Tours & Fishing Galway Bay offers the following trips to customers:
  • €430 per group - Half Day Trip (3 hours)
  • €800 per group - Full Day Trip / Shark fishing (7 hours)
When you book a trip with Aran Sea Tours & Fishing Galway Bay, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Enclosed WC with flush
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Kitchen
  • Multimedia system We have complemtary Wifi on board
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Aran Sea Tours & Fishing Galway Bay include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Rod, reel and 1 set of gear included)
  • Live bait (We usually start the trip by fishing for bait. If you have any requirements for additional bait there is an extra charge. Please let me know in advance to avoid disappointment. )
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Yes, we can fillet fish an bag them for you for a small cost.)
  • Drinks (Tea & Coffee)
  • First mate (I run the boat myself. Tips are always greatly appreciated if you feel they are deserved.)
  • Fishing license (No need to apply for a fishing licience)
Aran Sea Tours & Fishing Galway Bay offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (We are perfectly positioned on a stunning island. You'll find yourself on the fishing grounds within 20 to 30 minutes.)
  • Reef fishing
Aran Sea Tours & Fishing Galway Bay offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Jigging
  • Drift fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Aran Sea Tours & Fishing Galway Bay include:
  • Cod
  • Common Ling
  • Conger (European)
  • Gurnard
  • Mackerel (Atlantic)
  • Pollock
  • Shark (Tope)
  • Skate
  • Wrasse (Bluethroat)

Your captain

Niall Boland
Niall Boland
Lower Kilronan, Ireland
11 Customer reviews
Typical response within 7 hours
Member since July 2022
I live on a small island off the Galway coast on the west coast of Ireland, where the sea has always been at the heart of my life. With over 30 years of experience as a commercial fisherman, I've spent a lifetime on, in, and beside the water. Fishing isn't just my livelihood — it's my passion, and nothing would give me greater pleasure than sharing that passion and getting as many people as possible well and truly hooked!
Niall Boland
Niall Boland
11
reviews
2022
member since
~8h
response
I live on a small island off the Galway coast on the west coast of Ireland, where the sea has always been at the heart of my life. With over 30 years of experience as a commercial fisherman, I've spent a lifetime on, in, and beside the water. Fishing isn't just my livelihood — it's my passion, and nothing would give me greater pleasure than sharing that passion and getting as many people as possible well and truly hooked!

The fish you can target

Cod
Cod
Common Ling
Common Ling
European Conger
European Conger
Gurnard
Gurnard
Atlantic Mackerel
Atlantic Mackerel
Pollock
Pollock
Tope Shark
Tope Shark
Skate
Skate
Bluethroat Wrasse
Bluethroat Wrasse
Cod
Cod
Common Ling
Common Ling
European Conger
European Conger
Gurnard
Gurnard
Atlantic Mackerel
Atlantic Mackerel

Real catches by this captain

  • A happy angler proudly displaying a caught fish while fishing on a boat in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Pollock
    Steven L.
    Steven L.
    Captain Niall is a great one! Truely passionate about fishing and conservation. He put us on the Pollock and we had a great time fishing with him. Lots of laughs and great stories. This trip will be one of our most treasured Ireland memories.
  • A proud angler holding a sizable fish on a fishing charter, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Pollock
    Nealy S.
    Nealy S.
    We loved spending the day with Captain Niall! Our small group caught pollock, which he cleaned for us to take back. My husband hooked a Tope, but it came off before he got it to the boat. The highlight was definitely the Porbeagle shark that our son caught! Captain Niall was visibly delighted watching him battle the shark in to the boat over the course of 25 minutes. It was a great fishing trip and we loved Captain Niall's expertise and company.
  • A young angler is reeling in a fish while being guided by an adult on a fishing boat, showcasing an engaging fishing experience.
    Alissa S.
    Alissa S.
    We had the greatest time with Captain Niall. He was very patient. We moved to several places to find a good fishing spot. Thank you!
  • A freshly caught Mackerel displayed on a fillet table aboard a fishing boat, showcasing the catch in a clean, prepared state.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Atlantic Mackerel
    Jeffrey M.
    Jeffrey M.
    Great time. Clean safe boat. Niall is a very knowledgeable captain and fun to be with.
  • Two anglers on a boat displaying their catch of fish while enjoying a day of fishing on the open water.
    Fish 1
    Pollock
    Kevin W.
    Kevin W.
    Niell is great captain. Nice guy. Trip was with family and well worth the price

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
10 persons
Boat length
38 ft
Year built
2002
Boat manufacturer
Safehaven Marine
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Catapillar
Powered by
1 x 435HP
Max cruising speed
15 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Jigging
Drift Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Enclosed WC with flush
GPS
Fishfinder
Kitchen
Multimedia system
We have complemtary Wifi on board
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Rod, reel and 1 set of gear included
Live bait
We usually start the trip by fishing for bait. If you have any requirements for additional bait there is an extra charge. Please let me know in advance to avoid disappointment.
Catch cleaning & filleting
Yes, we can fillet fish an bag them for you for a small cost.
Drinks
Tea & Coffee
First mate
I run the boat myself. Tips are always greatly appreciated if you feel they are deserved.
Fishing license
No need to apply for a fishing licience

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
All children are very welcome on the Alissa G
You keep catch
For a small fee we fillet and bag your catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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
 Visa
 Mastercard

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