Fishing With LadyBoss — North Cyprus

Fishing with Ladyboss in North Cyprus

What & Where It Is

• Fishing With LadyBoss is a fishing charter based in Girne (Kyrenia), North Cyprus.

• The operation is led by Captain Öz­gur Gokasan, with decades of fishing experience.

• They depart from Girne Harbour.

The Boat & Setup

• A 34-foot wooden walk-around boat, custom built and well maintained.

• It has good capacity (up to 6-8 people depending on trip type) and is equipped with a Perkins 185 HP engine, a fishfinder, GPS, and all the fishing gear you’ll need.

• Amenities on board include a cabin, refrigerator/icebox, WC (toilet), separate bed area, and kitchen facilities.

What You’ll Do (Fishing Types & Target Species)

Fishing With LadyBoss offers various styles and techniques:

Fishing Type	Description
Offshore fishing	Trips can go up to ~12 nautical miles off the Kyrenia coast, though in practice to chase the fish they might travel 30-35 miles.
Inshore fishing	Closer to shore for calmer conditions or casual trips.
Techniques used	Trolling, jigging, bottom fishing.

Targeted species include:

• Tuna (Albacore, Bluefin, Skipjack)

• Mahi-Mahi (also called Dolphin)

• Bonito

• Amberjack

• Swordfish, shortbill spearfish among others depending on season and location.

What's Included & What to Expect

• Fishing licence: A one-trip tourist license is included in the price.

• Equipment: Rods, reels, tackle, lures are supplied. No live bait is used.

• Onboard comforts: Snacks (sandwiches, chips, biscuits), soft drinks, water. Icebox, refrigerator for storing catches. Separate WC.

• Crew: The captain + first mate (often one of his children, since it is a family-run business) are present to help.

• Catch handling: They clean and fillet the fish and provide strong plastic bags to transport. You can keep your catch. However, they support sustainable fishing: if you catch more than what you can eat, they encourage catch-and-release.

Pricing & Trip Options

Here are typical trip types and costs:

Trip Type	Duration / Notes	Approx Price
Morning trip (1-4 people) ~5 hours	Early departure	~ US$522 for 2 people (shared tour)
Evening or afternoon trip	~4-5 hours	Slightly lower cost, seasonal
Larger group (5-8 persons)	Similar duration, more people	More expensive due to group size; boat capacity matters.

• Cancellation policy: Free cancellation up to 7 days before trip.

• Minimum age: Children aged 12+ can come. Life vests provided.

Tips & Things to Know

• Bring sun protection (hat, sunscreen), sunglasses. The sun can be intense out at sea.

• Dress in layers – early morning or evening trips can be cooler.

• Even if you’re not experienced, the crew helps, making it accessible for beginners.

• If you want a certain fish species (e.g. Tuna), check seasonality and communicate with Captain in advance.

• Think about transport to/from Girne harbour – include that in your planning.

Why It’s Special

• Combines “authentic” Mediterranean fishing with comfort.

• A beautiful setting: the coastline of North Cyprus is scenic, with clear blue water and mild weather.

• Offers both relaxed, fun family trips and more serious sport‐fishing options.

• Focus on sustainable practices (catch & release when possible, fishing license included, responsible crew).