Ireland · SKELLIG & ISLAND BOAT TRIPS
Every trip has one free day too few. These 15 skellig & island boat trips justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part of planning.
Boat tour from Dingle to the Great Blasket Islands for wild views, dolphin and seal spotting, and Irish history. Small groups, about 3 hours.
“Brilliant experience, complied with all covid regulations - clearly marked areas on boats to sit on and hand sanitiser on the boat! All the boats work together to get fungi to show which is good! This one is brilliant value for money :)”
Speedboat your way from Dingle to Great Blasket Island for wildlife spotting, caves, grey seals, and 3.5 to 4 hours ashore.
“If you have time to do only one tour or activity in Dingle let it be this. Gorgeous sceneries, rare wildlife, cute dog on the boat, remote island, geological wonder - it has it all. We did this tour once in 2019 and loved it so much that we decided to do it again after five years. We saw dolphins, seals, puffins, bunnies, sheep, and more. Chris and Billy are wonderful hosts who are passionate about wildlife and Dingle. They answered all our questions with a smile.”
RIB tour from Dingle Bay to the Blasket Islands for wildlife spotting. Waterproof gear, small group (max 12), guided by David and Nathan.
“Breathtaking views of the blasket islands and the beautiful coastline! Dress warm waterproof. They give you waterproof pants and a jacket to put on top of your clothes. Size up for your jacket.The rib tour did feel like a kids roller coaster at times because of the weather but worth it. Very safe. They cancel if bad weather. Also wear a patch or take dramamine if you tend to get sea sick. We saw dolphins swimming alongside our boat and seals on the beach. Our captain explained the views and it was a once in a lifetime experience. Well worth the money”
Private Ring of Kerry and Skellig Ring with a local guide, easy pickup, dramatic cliffs and beaches, plus Valentia Island views and history.
“Paudie gave us an excellent tour! He was professional, funny, kind and one hell of a great driver. He took is to many off beat places and had a great rapport with people that we met along the way. It was obvious to us that he loves what he does. He was so knowledgeable and passionate about everything he showed us. He did not rush us. He let us take our time for pictures, recommended when and where to take pictures and brought us to the most fabulous sheepherding demonstration, that we absolutely loved. Although the weather was not what we would've liked it to be, he helped us make…”
Private Ring of Kerry with a real guide, hotel pickup, sheepdog trials, forts, viewpoints, chocolate tasting, and Skellig Ring views.
“Mary was knowledgeable, friendly and was flexible on the planned agenda. We had a great day and would highly recommend”
Ultimate Skellig Coast boat tour from Valentia to Skellig Michael and Small Skellig with wildlife, cliffs, and audio headsets for up to 12.
“This tour delivered. Comfortable ride out and back to the Skelligs. The team was professional and friendly. The recorded tour guide part was great with interesting facts of the area as well as additional details from the crew. The Skelligs were absolutely breathtaking, and were captivating views from every angle. Do yourself a favor and book this tour. This felt like the “once in a lifetime” experience and I was happy to have done it.”
Full-day Ring of Kerry and Skellig Ring loop from Killarney with Cahergall forts, Portmagee breaks, Torc Waterfall, small-group comforts.
“Martan our guide and driver made the trip with his knowledge and wit.”
Boat eco tour from Dingle past Slea Head and the Blasket Islands, spotting whales, dolphins, and grey seals on a guided cruise.
“The boat ride was a total experience! We saw amazing scenery, puffins, a seal colony, red deer and two BASKING SHARKS!! It was awesome! The ride was a little bumpy and I was soaked. To be honest my 7 and 10 yr old plus husband loved it, it scared the poop out of me a bit.”
Private 8-hour drive from Dingle through the Ring of Kerry and Skellig Ring, with coastal stops, chocolate, and guided history.
“Colm took our group on some less known roads and we got some amazing views beyond the normal Ring of Kerry route.”
Small group Ring of Kerry and Skellig Ring day tour from Killarney with Portmagee time, the Skellig Ring road, and Torc Waterfall.
“My wife and booked this small bus tour to explore the Ring of Kerry. The scenery was beautiful and our tour bus guide was knowledgeable, courteous and safe.”
Small-boat whale and dolphin watching from Ventry, with a Great Blasket Island landing, seals, puffins, and dramatic sea rocks.
“Perfect from start to finish. The Captain and Guide are really great, Great Basket Island is a little gem to visit and we got to see whales, dolphins and others. REALLY GREAT.Auto-translated”
Private Ring of Kerry and Skellig Ring photo tour from Killarney with hotel pickup, chauffeured van, flexible stops, and expert guide.
“She glad that we booked this private tour! Our guide Bertie was the best! Not only was he kind be he was extremely knowledgeable about every stop we made around the Ring of Kerry. He took us to the most amazing spots to get photographs. We had requested a stop to see sheep herding and a stop at Skelligs Chocolates and Bertie was sure to get us to both. Great experience watching the sheepdogs in action and the chocolates were great. Bertie was very informative and most importantly he is a safe driver. I would highly recommend him and the trip around the Ring of Kerry.”
Skellig Michael cruise with multilingual audio guides, a fast comfy boat, wildlife spotting, and UNESCO views, without landing.
“Fantastic tour guide and boat skipper. Really knowledgeable and passionate about the history of the islands and the wildlife. Very comfortable boat, canopy over bus-style seats in case of inclement weather. Uncovered area at back of boat.”
Private Ring of Kerry and Skellig Ring day with pickup from Killarney, Valentia telegraph history, cliffs, castles, and chocolate.
“Booking with Kris takes the stress out of driving unfamiliar roads that are quite tricky, and in my opinion, a much better experience than a coach bus which will give you no flexibility with your trip. We booked two separate tours with Kris (Dingle Peninsula and Ring of Kerry) both of which were fantastic. Kris picked us up and dropped us off directly at our hotels and we got to see a few places off the beaten track and learn a lot about the history of the area. Will definitely book with Kris next time we are here.”
Fast ferries from Dingle to Great Blasket Island, with a chance to spot Fungie and learn the island’s history on a 4.5-hour trip.
“Great day on the water, saw dolphins and deals. The island has lots of history. Would have uploaded photos but after two attempts gave up!”
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