Mourne and Cooley Charter Boat

Mackerel Trips

Q. What bait do we use ?
For mackerel fishing, we use feather lures that look like small
bait fish to mackerel, three hooks per rod, you will often catch three mackerel at a time !
Q. How do you know where the fish are ?
Mackerel tend to gather in the same areas, and over many years
the skipper has become familiar with the "hotspots" and to enhance our chances we carry the latest electronic fish detecting equipment. This technology allows us to see where the fish are, ask the skipper for a demo.
Q. What if I have never fished before ?
This is the easiest fishing you will ever do, you will receive
one to one tuition.
Q. Can I bring my own rod / tackle ?
Yes
Q. Can my children wear lifejackets ?
Lifejackets are available for all passengers just ask the skipper
Q. Can we keep our fish ?
Yes - Also ask the skipper for cooking tips
Q. Will the sea be rough ?
If the sea is very rough, we do not sail. On the day it's down to the skippers discretion, we don't want any bad experiences or injuries
Q. Do we need to bring any gear with us ?
No - Everything is provided
Q. Is there an age limit ?
No - But children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
Q. Can we charter the boat for our own personal trip ?
Yes - By prior arrangement, we can take your family / party on a "personal charter" where you can opt to fish, or just take in the stunning scenery and wildlife around Carlingford Lough and the Mourne & Cooley Mountains
Please contact us for more details on organising your trip

Recommendations

Book Early, Bring a bag for your catch,
Use the toilet before sailing and Don't forget your Camera !!!

Tope Fishing Adventures for Everyone

The Tope is one of the hardest fighting fish found in UK waters,
with fish up to seventy pounds not uncommon and fish of
thirty-five pounds regularly caught.Tackle and anglers are
put to the ultimate test!

The fishing can be fast and furious and sometimes
down right chaotic with runs, and if you are not careful
break-ups from every side of the boat.

If you would like to try our form of Big Game Fishing then
June to Mid July is the best period with chances of a return trip
in mid August.

We try to place our anglers on the best marks giving them
the chance of specimen sized Tope!

For the novice we offer our usual free expert tuition
with rod hire and tackle available if required, and of course
all the usual facilities you would expect from a
Top of the Range Charter Boat.

Early booking is advised, as this exciting fishing is very popular.
So ring us for more details or email us today!