Self Drive Boat Tours of Cork Harbour. Be your own captain!

From$85
1 hour
Cobh, Ireland

Full description

For groups of all ages and sizes, with the easy to drive boats making it very easy to navigate the waters with Cork Harbour Boat Hire. Perfect for families and groups of all ages. An hour filled with fun, facts and adventure, wrapped up in an unforgettable sightseeing boat tour of Cork Harbour. Our easy-to-drive boats make it simple to navigate Cork Harbour. Our Safety Boat Guide will lead you around the harbour pointing out the many eye catching sights that our harbour has to offer.

Included / Excluded

  • Life Jackets
  • No more than 4 adults per boat

Itinerary

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Pass by: Discover the breathtaking natural views of Cobh and the Cork coastline. Encounter the local wildlife. Feel the adrenaline rush that comes with every wave. Enjoy a sightseeing boat tour of Cobh’s Seaside Promenade, Spike Island and Cork Harbour at an enjoyable pace with our self drive boat rental. Perfect for families and groups of all ages. We provide a comfortable, safe and easy way to navigate Cork’s Harbour waters. Our guided self-drive boat tour is an exciting day out for everyone.

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE

Meeting point

Start Location

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Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

  • Easy Public Transport
  • Infants Required On Laps

Traveler reviews

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⭐️ 10/10 according to us. ⭐️ Infinity/10 according to our 4-year-old... because Superman approved. 😉

🚨 **Core memory unlocked.** 🥹🚤 You know it’s a good family day out when your kids are still talking about it long after it’s over… ❤️ Today we explored the beautiful waters of Cobh and honestly, this has shot straight to the top of our favourite family adventures. There’s something so special about being your own captain (yes, it’s a self-drive boat! 🙌), cruising past Cobh’s stunning promenade, taking in the incredible views of Spike Island and Cork Harbour, all at your own pace. But can we talk about **Jamie** for a second? 👏 He was an absolute legend—so knowledgeable, incredibly friendly, and brilliant with the kids. He made the whole experience even more memorable with all the stories and fun facts he shared. Then came the quote of the day… 😂 My 4-year-old looked at me with complete seriousness and said, 🦸‍♂️ *”Mummy… Jamie is so cool… he’s just like Superman!”* I mean… if that isn’t the highest honour you can receive from a preschooler, I don’t know what is. 😂❤️ These are the moments I hope my children remember—the adventures, the laughter, the wind in their hair, and believing that real-life superheroes sometimes wear life jackets instead of capes. 🥹💙 If you’re visiting Cork or looking for a unique family day out, this is one I can’t recommend enough. It’s fun, relaxing, and suitable for all ages. ⭐️ 10/10 according to us. ⭐️ Infinity/10 according to our 4-year-old... because Superman approved. 😉

Klrh89Jul 6, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Most enjoyable

Good fun & value for money as allotted time is spent on the water. Great way to see the full harbour and Cobh from the sea. The guides were attentive , very friendly, and professional. A must do, would recommend.

maireadm709Jun 27, 2026TRIPADVISOR

What a shame if you miss this activity in cobh

Can’t recommend this activity enough if I tried. Great staff and service, we had RYAN, Kevin and Reece explain everything and ensured our safety at all times. We had a few stops where the lads shared some historic facts. The views were unbelievable. It’ll be a shame if you came down to Cobh and don’t do the boat ride. Highly recommend.

803hebatJun 23, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Great tour!

We had a great time out on the water today. The staff were very welcoming and knowledgeable. They shared history and information about the areas we drive through. We saw a seal and my 5 year old was stoked that he could drive the boat! Thank you!

rachharrison21Jun 13, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Very fun

Very fun experience, enjoyed driving the boat around the harbour Tour guide was amazing

V9473TOmegangJun 3, 2026TRIPADVISOR