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Isle of Aran 

4.8
(19 reviews)
 Kilbaha, Ireland, Kilbaha, Ireland–
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Isle of Aran 

Kilbaha, Ireland
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33 ft
8
4.8
(19 reviews)
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Fishing Adventures Ireland and Skipper Séan invite you to explore the beautiful Loop Head Peninsula on the Wild Atlantic Way. The company operates out of Kilbaha, County Clare. That small fishing village is located just a mile from Loop Head lighthouse in a sheltered bay.

Your fishing trip will begin early in the morning. Skipper Séan will greet you with a warm welcome aboard the 'Lady Gwen II', a 33' Lochin boat. She is a spacious and comfortable craft, built in Rye Sussex. The Lady Gwen II was uphauled with the state of the art navigational and fish finding electronics by Simrad and Garmin.

The Lady Gwen II comes powered by a 265 HP Perkins engine. She is outfitted with rods and reels by the leading brands, such as Abu Garcia, Penn, and Shakespeare.

You will be fishing the reefs and sandy bottoms of the Shannon Estuary and the Atlantic Ocean, using a range of fishing techniques, such as drift fishing, jigging, and bottom fishing.

The list of your potential targets will include crème de la crème of the local waters. You will be able to get your hands on Cod, John Dory, Haddock, Conger Eel, Pollock, Ray, Skate, and Whiting to name a few. There are also a few octopuses around, along with Porbeagle, Tope, and Blue Sharks.

Fishing Adventures Ireland will provide you with gear and tackle, but you are welcome to bring your own.

Fishing Adventures Ireland and Skipper Séan invite you to explore the beautiful Loop Head Peninsula on the Wild Atlantic Way. The company operates out of Kilbaha, County Clare. That small fishing village is located just a mile from Loop Head lighthouse in a sheltered bay.

Your fishing trip will begin early in the morning. Skipper Séan will greet you with a warm welcome aboard the 'Lady Gwen II', a 33' Lochin boat. She is a spacious and comfortable craft, built in Rye Sussex. The Lady Gwen II was uphauled with the state of the art navigational and fish finding electronics by Simrad and Garmin.

The Lady Gwen II comes powered by a 265 HP Perkins engine. She is outfitted with rods and reels by the leading brands, such as Abu Garcia, Penn, and Shakespeare.

You will be fishing the reefs and sandy bottoms of the Shannon Estuary and the Atlantic Ocean, using a range of fishing techniques, such as drift fishing, jigging, and bottom fishing.

The list of your potential targets will include crème de la crème of the local waters. You will be able to get your hands on Cod, John Dory, Haddock, Conger Eel, Pollock, Ray, Skate, and Whiting to name a few. There are also a few octopuses around, along with Porbeagle, Tope, and Blue Sharks.

Fishing Adventures Ireland will provide you with gear and tackle, but you are welcome to bring your own.

Fishing Adventures
Charter Operator
Fishing Adventures
27 years of experience
ID & credentials verified
responds within an hour
Popular features
Fishing license
You keep catch
Catch cleaning & filleting
Toilet
Child friendly
Popular features
Fishing license
You keep catch
Catch cleaning & filleting
Toilet
Child friendly

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Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
Half day trip
Non-refundable
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
US $444
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip
Non-refundable
2 Day Trip starts at 9:00 AM
Overnight stay, liveaboard
Cod
Pollock
John Dory
Haddock
+8
US $665
Entire boat: up to 8 people

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Rating

4.8
19 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (32)

Reviews (19)

  • Colin Jarvis
    Colin Jarvis
    us
    Indiana, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Sean puts you on the fish!!!

    Half day trip on July 1, 2025 • 6 adults • 1 child

    Scheduled the half day with Sean. Was not disappointed. Even with some slightly rough seas we were on fish most of the time. The clouds parted and we were greeted with beautiful blue sky and great fishing for the rest of the time. The deck hand Paul was a great added bonus. Full of great tales and helpful with the fishing. 10/10 would recommend to anyone in the area to book for a trip. Cheers.

  • Jonathan Garvey
    Jonathan Garvey
    ie
    Ireland
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    Full days fishing trip with captain Séan

    Full Day Trip on June 23, 2023 • 2 adults

    Although the weather wasn't exactly calm, Séan had great knowledge to be able to bring us were swell wasn't bad and the waters were slack. Every reef we were put over we caught fish from mackerel to dog spurs(not my favourite fish, but my young fella loved them. I think he believed it was haws he was catching. He even told Séan were gone need a bigger boat😂) the fish were plenty, lots of cod, pollock and ling. Caught one of the best cods of my life. The boat is very capable and well equipped. Rods and equipment and the advice is exceptional. Can't wait for our next trip very soon. Thanks Séan.

  • Dan Gutzmann
    Dan Gutzmann
    us
    Wisconsin, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Trip of a lifetime

    Half day trip on March 25, 2025 • 2 adults

    My son and I were lucky enough to be taken out by Sean and Paul. These two guys are absolutely amazing and know their craft well. We got into plenty of fish! Got to take some back and have a little fresh fish fry. Thanks guys!

  • Macklin Barry
    Macklin Barry
    Repeat angler
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2021
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Fantastic fishing trip with Fishing Adventures

    Half day trip on May 8, 2024 • 2 adults

    Capt Sean and hand Paul provided a stress free fishing trip. The boat is spacious and clean, plenty of room to move around and sightsee. We caught plenty of fish and able to see dolphins and the beautiful coastline during the trip. They were genuinely attentive to what we wanted from our experience, and delivered. I highly recommend Fishing Adventures.

  • Jesus Montoya
    Jesus Montoya
    Repeat angler
    mx
    Mexico City, FD, Mexico
    Member since 2022
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Wonderful family experience, we love fishing

    Full Day Trip on September 20, 2022 • 4 adults
  • Adam Roberts
    Adam Roberts
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Pollacks beware!

    Half day trip on June 10, 2026 • 8 adults • 6 children

    great experience for our kids to fish off the coast of their roots! captain sean was great finding the fish and had amazing patience for the six kids learning to fish in the mouth of the shannon river!!

  • William Murphy
    William Murphy
    Repeat angler
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2019
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    very enjoyable with lots of action

    Half day trip on July 17, 2026 • 3 adults

    The captain Sean was great. The boat had lots of space. we were a party of 4. We caught pollock, mackerel, wrasse, spurdog.

  • Ryan Wardlow
    Ryan Wardlow
    us
    Indiana, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great trip

    Half day trip on August 27, 2026 • 2 adults

    We caught a ton of fish and the Captain was excellent. Would highly reccomend.

  • Sarah Vasquez
    Sarah Vasquez
    Repeat angler
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2025
    3 trips
    4.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Sean

    Half day trip on June 8, 2026 • 5 adults
  • Megan Douston
    Megan Douston
    us
    Maine, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    A once in a lifetime experience!

    Half day trip on November 21, 2024 • 2 adults

    Fishing off the coast of Ireland was one of the most incredible experiences we’ve ever had—and a huge part of that experience was the captain and crew. Captain Séan and deck mate Paul were the most lovely people to sail with. So knowledgeable, friendly, and plenty of great stories and conversation! The scenery was gorgeous, and we got to fish in many locations along the coast. We can’t recommend Captain Séan enough, he was an excellent communicator from the day we booked right through our adventure. 10/10, we will absolutely book again next time we’re in Ireland!

FAQs about Isle of Aran

Isle of Aran offers the following trips to customers:
  • €400 per group, additional €65 per person after 6 guests - Half day trip (4 hours)
  • €600 per day per group, additional €75 per person after 8 guests - Full Day Trip (2 days)
When you book a trip with Isle of Aran, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS Simrad
  • Fishfinder x2 Simrad
  • Bed
  • Kitchen
  • Ice box
  • Radar Simrad 36 m
Trips booked with Isle of Aran include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (But bring your own tackle if you wish.)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (for small groups.)
  • First mate
  • Fishing license
Isle of Aran offers the following types of fishing:
  • Offshore fishing (Atlantic Ocean and Shannon estuary)
  • Reef fishing
Isle of Aran offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Isle of Aran include:
  • Cod
  • Conger (European)
  • Haddock
  • John Dory
  • Pollock
  • Ray
  • Shark (Blue)
  • Shark (Porbeagle)
  • Shark (Tope)
  • Skate
  • Whiting (European)

Your operator

Fishing Adventures
Fishing Adventures
Kilbaha, Ireland
ID & license verified
19 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since December 2017
Séan Maguire is a local skipper, born and raised in west Clare on the Loop Head Peninsula, Ireland. He began his career on a commercial fishing boat, mastering the waters from Kilkee and Kilbaha. In 1999, Séan started guiding fishing charters. Having worked with Kilrush Creek Marina and Carrigaholt, he gained a vast knowledge of the mighty Atlantic Ocean and the Shannon Estuary. Séan learned how the fish move, what they think, and where to find them.
Fishing Adventures
Fishing Adventures
Fully verified
19
reviews
2017
member since
~1h
response
Séan Maguire is a local skipper, born and raised in west Clare on the Loop Head Peninsula, Ireland. He began his career on a commercial fishing boat, mastering the waters from Kilkee and Kilbaha. In 1999, Séan started guiding fishing charters. Having worked with Kilrush Creek Marina and Carrigaholt, he gained a vast knowledge of the mighty Atlantic Ocean and the Shannon Estuary. Séan learned how the fish move, what they think, and where to find them.

The fish you can target

Cod
Cod
European Conger
European Conger
Haddock
Haddock
John Dory
John Dory
Pollock
Pollock
Ray
Ray
Blue Shark
Blue Shark
Porbeagle Shark
Porbeagle Shark
Tope Shark
Tope Shark
Skate
Skate
European Whiting
European Whiting
Cod
Cod
European Conger
European Conger
Haddock
Haddock
John Dory
John Dory
Pollock
Pollock

Real catches by this captain

  • Angler proudly displaying a large Grouper while fishing on a boat in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Black Grouper
    William M.
    William M.
    The captain Sean was great. The boat had lots of space. we were a party of 4. We caught pollock, mackerel, wrasse, spurdog.
  • A young angler proudly displaying a caught fish while on a fishing trip, showcasing the excitement of fishing.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Pollock
    Adam R.
    Adam R.
    great experience for our kids to fish off the coast of their roots! captain sean was great finding the fish and had amazing patience for the six kids learning to fish in the mouth of the shannon river!!
  • Two anglers proudly displaying their catch of Cod while fishing on a boat in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Pollock
    Colin J.
    Colin J.
    Scheduled the half day with Sean. Was not disappointed. Even with some slightly rough seas we were on fish most of the time. The clouds parted and we were greeted with beautiful blue sky and great fishing for the rest of the time. The deck hand Paul was a great added bonus. Full of great tales and helpful with the fishing. 10/10 would recommend to anyone in the area to book for a trip. Cheers.
  • A young angler proudly displaying a large Rockfish aboard a fishing charter, showcasing the excitement of a successful catch.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +2
    Bluethroat Wrasse
    Dan G.
    Dan G.
    My son and I were lucky enough to be taken out by Sean and Paul. These two guys are absolutely amazing and know their craft well. We got into plenty of fish! Got to take some back and have a little fresh fish fry. Thanks guys!
  • A scenic view of the boat's side as it navigates through calm waters, with a rocky shoreline in the background.
    Macklin B.
    Macklin B.
    Capt Sean and hand Paul provided a stress free fishing trip. The boat is spacious and clean, plenty of room to move around and sightsee. We caught plenty of fish and able to see dolphins and the beautiful coastline during the trip. They were genuinely attentive to what we wanted from our experience, and delivered. I highly recommend Fishing Adventures.
  • Multiple fish stored in a large onboard cooler on a fishing boat, with an angler standing nearby and a fillet table visible.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Pollock
    Jonathan G.
    Jonathan G.
    Although the weather wasn't exactly calm, Séan had great knowledge to be able to bring us were swell wasn't bad and the waters were slack. Every reef we were put over we caught fish from mackerel to dog spurs(not my favourite fish, but my young fella loved them. I think he believed it was haws he was catching. He even told Séan were gone need a bigger boat😂) the fish were plenty, lots of cod, pollock and ling. Caught one of the best cods of my life. The boat is very capable and well equipped. Rods and equipment and the advice is exceptional. Can't wait for our next trip very soon. Thanks Séan.
  • Adult passenger aboard a boat near rugged coastal rock formations under an overcast sky; no fish or active fishing is visible.
    Fish 1
    Pollock
    Jesus M.
    Jesus M.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
8 persons
Boat length
33 ft
Year built
1997
Restored in
2024
Boat manufacturer
Lochin
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Lochin 333
Powered by
2 x 180HP
Max cruising speed
12 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

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

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
GPS
Simrad
Fishfinder
x2 Simrad
Bed
Kitchen
Ice box
Radar
Simrad 36 m
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
But bring your own tackle if you wish.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
for small groups.
First mate
Fishing license

How cancellations work

Deposit non-refundable
If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.
More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed
Tag and Release for Sharks

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
 PayPal

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