Pike fishing by boat on Lough Corrib, 2 fishermen. Galway. Private guided.

Overview

If you want to catch a trophy Pike - Lough Corrib is the place to do it! Pike fishing by boat on Lough Corrib is ranked very high internationally. In Fred Buller’s famous book “The Doomsday Book of Mammoth Pike” very many of the large specimen pike mentioned were taken from Lough Corrib, the largest lake in the Republic of Ireland.

Anglers go on the trail of the trophy pike on Lough Corrib from the middle of March onwards to the middle of October. Your local English speaking guide has invaluable information for angling on Lough Corrib.

Several methods of angling are used to catch pike. Trolling – driving the boat slowly with the bait/lure fishing behind the boat, spinning - fishing from a stationary boat with baits/lures and dead-Baiting- fishing with a dead natural bait (usually Perch, Roach, Herring Eel) using a float. This method of angling is best when there is enough wind to make the boat drift. Dead-baiting and Spinning are usually carried out at the same time. A newer method to try is Jerk Baiting, which requires a special rod and reel and a selection of jerk baits.

Important Information

What's included?

Private fishing guide

Boat, fuel and outboard engine, fishing gear. Please note the guide will provide the use of a set of flies and a lure on the day, if these get lost, they will need to be replaced/paid for to the guide.

(No state license required for pike fishing.)

Exclusions

Food & drink

Please Note

Please let us and your guide know of any and all medical conditions before setting out on this activity.

The guide will provide the use of a set of flies and a lure on the day, if these get lost, they will need to be replaced/paid for to the guide.

Fishermen are also requested to familiarize themselves with local fishery rules and regulations.

The days fishing could be cancelled due to weather, the Guide decision in this respect is final and non-negotiable (a full refund will be given if this is the case).

Maximum number of fishermen per boat is 2.

It is a legal requirement to wear a life jacket when boating on Lough Corrib.

What do I need to bring?

Appropriate fishing attire (recommend a change of clothing), water/refreshments, sun glasses, camera and sun block if the weather is warm and bright.
Sun glasses, sun block, optional flask with hot drink