KILLYBEGS BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Four Hours Offshore on the M.V. Meridian: A Killybegs Half-Day Fishing Charter
A 4-hour, year-round fishing charter from Killybegs aboard the 40ft M.V. Meridian (operated by Killybegs Angling) targeting cod, pollack, conger, ling, brill, turbot, shark and other species — a concise guide to what to expect and what to pack.
Four Hours Offshore on the M.V. Meridian: A Killybegs Half-Day Fishing Charter.
From the Killybegs slipway you step aboard the M.V. Meridian, a 40ft Lochin built in 2000 and fitted with modern safety, navigational and fish-finding equipment; year-round charters run from the harbour, offering fast cruising on a vessel powered by a Caterpillar engine as anglers target cod, pollack, conger, ling, brill, turbot, shark and other available species.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
M.V. Meridian — a purpose-built Lochin
The charter runs aboard the M.V. Meridian, a 40ft Lochin built in 2000 and configured for sport fishing, offering a stable platform for offshore angling.
Speed and range from a 420 h.p. Caterpillar
Powered by a 420 h.p. Caterpillar engine, the Meridian cruises quickly to productive grounds—built for efficient transit to fishing areas and back.
Fully equipped, licensed and insured
The boat is fully licensed and insured for up to 10 anglers and carries up-to-date safety, navigational and fish-finding equipment to support a focused half-day fishery.
What the day feels like
What the Half-Day Feels Like
A compact, purposeful outing: a four-hour push from the Killybegs slipway aboard a fast, well-equipped 40ft Lochin. The Meridian’s power and onboard electronics get you to likely marks quickly so most of the trip is spent fishing for the range of species available in these waters.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this half-day charter suits — and what to keep in mind.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Weather-appropriate clothing is recommended; dress for wind, spray and changing conditions on a half-day offshore trip.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the charter?
The half-day charter lasts four hours.
Where is the meeting point?
The meeting point is the Killybegs Slipway on Shore Road, Killybegs.
What species might we catch?
Charters target cod, pollack, conger, ling, brill, turbot, shark and other available species.
How many anglers can the boat carry?
The boat is fully licensed and insured for up to 10 anglers.
What should I bring for the trip?
Bring weather-appropriate clothing to handle wind, spray and changing conditions offshore.