Lakes of Killarney and Innisfallen Island Tour
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Included / Excluded
- Licensed Driver
- Life jackets and safety equipment
- Licensed Guide
- Lunch
Itinerary
Boats depart the Main Pier at Ross Castle every hour on the hour starting at 10 am – 5 pm daily. Your guide will educate you about the history of the Island as you take the 15 minute open boat ride out the the island. Explore the ruins of the 12th century Augustinian Priory & Romanesque Church and the wildlife that inhabit the island. The boat will then travel back to Main Pier at Ross Castle. The trip lasts 1 hour in total. Additional time on the island can be arranged subject to boat availability on the day.
Pass by: Explore the world famous Lakes of Killarney. Take in the amazing views on your way to Innisfallen Island. Look out for Eagles, Deer and other wildlife and fauna.
Pass by: Take in lake side spectacular views Ross Castle (Irish: Caisleán an Rois) is a 15th-century tower house and keep on the edge of Lough Leane,. It is the ancestral home of the Chiefs of the Clan O'Donoghue later associated with the Brownes of Killarney. The castle is operated by the Office of Public Works and is open to the public seasonally with guided tours.
Meeting point
Start Location
Unknown location
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Stroller Accessible
- Service Animals Allowed
- Easy Public Transport
Traveler reviews
Lovely relaxed trip to beautiful Innisfallen Island
This is a great little boat tour to Innisfallen Island and back from Ross Castle. Fergus plus his four legged companion, navigated us along the edge of the lake, just out from the shore, giving us time to look for wildlife amongst the reed bed and appreciate the beauty of the surroundings. Fergus provided information about rock formations and various things but didn’t overload us with information. Everything was relaxed and peaceful. The island was once a monastery and was very tranquil with lots of bird song and wild flowers. An abundance of foxgloves was about to bloom, so if you visit in later May you may get to see them. The island contains some interesting ruins from the monastery that you can explore and there is a short circular walk around the island providing more amazing views. On the far side of the island we came across two groups of deer feeding. They were quite chilled about our presence and didn’t run off as we approached, so we got to observe them for a really long time. Fergus was relaxed about time on the island and just said return when you have seen enough. So chilled.
Walking in the footsteps of a future high king
I’m a big Irish history buff so it was nice to explore the island and monastery attended by Irish high king Brian Boru as a youth. The short boat ride was very scenic as was the walk around the island. Enjoyed seeing the many deer that inhabit the island. Very enjoyable tour for the money!
Lovely lake trip
Took a boat out from Ross Castle to Innisfallen Abbey via the open top boats. Very happy, as these smaller boats can access islands the large covered ones can't. Lovely trip out and back with knowledgeable skippers offering all manner of info.
Very relaxing
It was a nice relaxing boat ride, with some nice time on the Island looking at the deers. Good history and local knowledge shared. I would recommend It may be less expensive booking directly at the boat dock than booking on line.
Worth It!
Lovely scenic little boat trip. Great views and a peaceful walk on the island. Boat captains are lovely and knowledgeable. Oscar the little sea dog is also very cute!