Unforgettable Skellig Michael Boat Tour
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Boat Tour around Skellig Michael
- Landing access on Skellig Michael
Itinerary
Discover the magic of Skellig Michael on a non-landing boat tour from Portmagee Marina. Sail around this UNESCO World Heritage Site and see its dramatic cliffs, ancient monastery, and beehive huts—no hiking required. With daily departures (10:00 AM, 12:30 PM, 3:00 PM & 5:15 PM), our 2.5-hour cruise offers flexibility, stunning views, and expert local storytelling. Spot puffins, seals, and seabirds, and enjoy a unique view of the famous Star Wars filming location. Our spacious, wheelchair-accessible boat seats up to 12 guests, with both indoor and outdoor areas. Life jackets and safety gear are provided. Perfect for families, photographers, seniors, and nature lovers. Relax and let the Skelligs speak for themselves—this is a once-in-a-lifetime experience along the Wild Atlantic Way.
Meeting point
Start Location
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Cancellation policy
0All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Stroller Accessible
- Service Animals Allowed
- Infants Required On Laps
Good to know
- Dog are allowed on the boat tour
Traveler reviews
Brilliant trip around the Skellings - exhilarating trip
Great trip around the Skelligs with our skipper Nicky who was fantastic in sharing his knowledge of the islands with typical Irish humour. An expert skippering around all the inlets around both islands . Also lucky enough to see dolphins on the way there . Highly recommended and it did not matter that we were too early to land - fascinating trip .
Fantastic tour with great skipper and story teller.
It had been a rainy day but nonetheless we looked forward to our tour. We met captain Nicky, boarded the boat and put on our required safety gear and waterproof. After we emerged from the protected bay Nicky pointed out our first dolphins. They played around the boat for quite a while. Very exciting to see. Could not rate this trip high enough. As we reached Skellig Beag Nicky told us a lot about the gannets who made this island their home in the summer. He was full of knowledge and we loved the humour he brought to his information sharing. He took us all around the island and pointed out little bays and described the geology. We then headed for Sceilig Mhichil. Again Nicky told us of the 6th C monastic settlement, and pointed out the tip of the beehives from a distance. He also described the various paths up to the settlement and the use of guides in summer. We were shown the rock fall area and construction of rock shelter, the helicopter pad, the lighthouses and their histories, told about the wildlife and viewed several seals resting on the rocks. We saw the island from every side. It was a fantastic tour and we couldn’t rate Nicky’s input high enough….. well beyond a 5 star award. We would highly recommend this tour and especially Nicky
Skellig Michael Boat Tour - don't miss it!
What a wonderful experience. Jay, our skipper was very interesting and knowledgeable about the Skelligs and the wild life.
Bumpy Ride, Bird Poop, Wet Socks
Not worth it. Ride out to the islands is extremely wet and bumpy depending on weather. If you like Star Wars, this could be for you. If not, all you see is a big rock with thousands of white birds on it. It would be better to see when the Puffins are not away in Canada.
Awesome up close...
Awesome up close experience..!! Must do, well worth the wait… Next time, will do the hiking option..!!