Fishing Trip with Captain Mesut

Looking for a fishing trip in Kalkan? Captain Mesut takes his boat “Dilerim” out from Kalkan Harbour to the deep-water reefs off Kalkan for a proper day of fishing. This is not a sightseeing cruise: the whole trip is about fishing, with no swimming stops. There are never more than 5 guests on board, so everyone has their own spot and the captain can help each person individually.

What happens on a fishing trip in Kalkan?

Captain Mesut grew up on the water in Kalkan and knows where the fish are in each season. On a fishing trip in Kalkan he picks the spots on the day based on the weather and sea. The main techniques are:

• Jigging: deep-water fishing with metal jigs, mainly for amberjack.
• Bottom fishing on the reefs: for pandora, red porgy and other reef fish.
• Rock and bottom fishing: for dentex around the rocky ground.
• Squid jigs and trolling: at dawn and dusk, for squid and bonito.

Never fished before? No problem. The captain helps with everything, from baiting the hook to landing the fish.

What can you catch off Kalkan?

• Amberjack: 40–90 m deep, caught by jigging and with live bait. The hardest fighter and the trophy most anglers come for.
• Common pandora and red porgy: on rocky reefs at 30–75 m. Delicate bites and excellent to eat.
• Dentex: 25–65 m, around rocky ground. Wary and stubborn, so it takes some skill.
• Squid and bonito: 15–55 m, most active early in the morning and late in the afternoon.

Fishing trip in Kalkan: options

• Day trip for trophy fish: deep-water jigging and bottom fishing on the offshore reefs. Gear, fresh bait and the captain’s guidance included.
• Sunset and dusk fishing: for predators and squid that become active in the evening, with the sunset as a bonus.
• Private boat (VIP): the boat is yours for the day. You plan the target species with the captain; fuel is included.

What’s included

• Rods, reels, tackle and fresh bait, so you don’t need to bring anything.
• One-to-one tips on technique and fishing spots from the captain.
• Your catch, cleaned and packed, handed to you at the end of the day.

Departure point and booking

The boat leaves from Kalkan Harbour (Atatürk Caddesi No:2) and operates from 08:00. You agree the meeting time and the trip that suits you with the captain when you book. Just send your date and the number of people with the WhatsApp button on this page. No prepayment: you book directly with the captain.

For recent catches and videos, see Captain Mesut’s Instagram or his website.

Frequently asked questions

Are there swimming stops?
No. The fishing trip in Kalkan is dedicated to fishing; there are no swimming stops.

I’ve never fished. Can I join?
Yes. All the gear is on board and the captain helps you at every step.

How many people can join?
A maximum of 5 guests per trip.

What happens to the fish we catch?
The captain cleans them and packs them for you to take away at the end of the day.

For more ideas, read our Kalkan boat tours and fishing guide or see the other options on the boat tours page. Need somewhere to stay? Browse villas in Kalkan.