Fisherman stories

In this video taken by my cousin, we see a family of bottlenose dolphins gracefully swimming through the bay: three adults and one calf. The young dolphin playfully explores its surroundings. They continue on their way but stay close because they are common companions of slow-moving boats.  This is why we often encounter them on our tours. Dolphins are easily spotted in the bay, especially if you’re moving slowly, as the water is rich in fish, Read more…

Marine Conservation Partnership: Boat Tours & Aquarium Boka Our Partnership with Aquarium Boka: Protecting Marine Life As the owner of a boat tour company in the beautiful Bay of Kotor , I’m always looking for ways to give back to our community and the environment. Recently, we started working with Aquarium Boka to help preserve the bay’s marine life. On our fishing tours, we sometimes catch fish that can be better appreciated in the aquarium. Read more…

Mackerels and Bonitos in Kotor Bay: Your Ultimate Fishing Journey The Thrill of Fishing in Kotor Bay Fishing in Kotor Bay is not just a pastime, but also an adventure that brings us closer to the marvels of the sea. Every year, as the season turns favorable, we ready our rods and reels for mackerels and bonitos – two of the most spirited fish in these waters. Easy to Lure, Joy to Catch Mackerels, with Read more…

Discover the Joy of Catching Common Pandora in Kotor Bay The exciting world of fishing for Common Pandora in the Kotor Bay. Common Pandora, known for its delicate white flesh, is a prized catch among both novice and seasoned anglers. Its availability in the bay makes it a popular choice for those looking to experience the thrill of fishing. The fish is not only enjoyable to catch due to its relative ease of baiting and Read more…

Simple Pleasures: Fishing for Sand Smelt Recently, we decided to try out a new fishing tool, revisiting the methods I used in my childhood. As a child, I often went fishing with my grandmother. Whether it was by boat or walking along the shore, I always enjoyed catching sand smelt – a small, yet tasty fish that’s a common part of our diet. Sand smelt, scientifically known as Atherina hepsetus, are small, silvery fish that Read more…

First Big Catch Lara with her first common pandora Our recent outing to the sea was a bit different. It was just me and my six-year-old daughter, who took on the role of my fishing buddy for the day. Armed with her kid-sized fishing rod , she surprised us both with her natural talent. To our amazement, she reeled in two common pandoras and two atlantic horse mackerels. Her excitement at landing her first real catch was absolutely infectious. It Read more…

Successful Catch in the Deep Waters The recent change in weather resulted in an impressive catch for my clients. Their angling experience was enhanced with insights I shared. Within just 20 minutes, the clients were fully equipped and ready to enjoy their fishing. The common pandora showed surprising activity at depths of 28/29 meters, resulting in a good day’s catch Related Posts A Fishing Adventure Fishing For Sand Smelt First Big Catch Mackerels And Bonitos Read more…

Journey to the Blue Cave: A Symphony of Light On a calm and sunny October day, we journeyed to the Blue Cave.  We arrived at the perfect time: in the afternoon, when the sun is low and creates beautiful blue reflections. The cave’s irregular, jagged walls enhance this light show. The light doesn’t just bounce back; it refracts and scatters across the different surfaces of the walls. This creates an effect where beams of light Read more…

Dolphin Families of the Bay of Kotor: Aerial Insights Dolphins come to the Bay of Kotor to find food, and there are plenty of fish during the summer.  That means we see these cute creatures almost every day. Our guests often get to see dolphin families too.  In this video, you can see two grown-up dolphins and a calf. Sometimes, older members are also part of the group, while the alfa male watches over from Read more…

Insights on Dolphin Watch on Boat Tours Two days ago, we had the opportunity to meet with Thalia d Haas of the Marine Mammals Research Association and Montenegro Dolphin Research Project. We discussed the potential for developing responsible and sustainable practices for dolphin watching on boat tours in the Bay of Kotor.  Thalia provided valuable information for boat operators to incorporate into their tourist offerings and raised awareness of the importance of protecting these magnificent Read more…