Lakes of Killarney Cruise

Highlights

Live commentary on board: Hear little-known facts and stories
Glass-covered vessel ensures there’s no bad seat
Range of daily departure times available

Summary

Make your own way to the pier by Ross Castle in time for your aftrnoon departure, and hop aboard for a thrilling cruise around the Killarney Lakes. Set sail across Lough Leane and enjoy impressive views of the 15th-century Ross Castle and the ruins of St. Finian’s monastery on Innisfallen Island. Continue past Ross Island and the Copper mines, and take in magnificent views of the lakes, islands, and forests from the panoramic glass windows. Listen to the on-board commentary as you pass beneath the dramatic peaks of the MacGillycuddy Reeks and catch sight of Ireland’s highest mountain, Carrauntoohil. If you’re lucky, you might also spot some of the national park’s wildlife, such as herds of red deer grazing on the lakeside or white-tailed eagles swooping overhead. Your tour ends back at Ross Castle.

Tour info

Duration

1 hour

Why take this tour?

See Killarney National Park’s highlights from a perspective rare to visitors on a boat cruise that offers panoramic views of the landscape from a glass-covered vessel. Live commentary provides context about each point of interest along the route, including Ross Castle, Innisfallen Monastery, copper mines, and Ireland’s highest mountain range. Keep your eyes peeled: The park is known for its diverse wildlife.

What’s included?

Driver/guide
Live commentary on board
Professional guide
Local guide
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Gratuities
Entry/Admission - Ross Castle

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 1h
Mobile tickets accepted
Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

Regular temperature checks for staff
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Guides required to regularly wash hands

The Health & Safety of our Team & Guests are paramount to us. The Lake Cruise has scheduled & limited sailings per day. Management & Team has undertaken various courses on Infection Prevention and Control

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operator Website

Operated by:

Killarney Jaunting Cars Tangney Tours

About operator:

Killarney's largest and most experienced Jaunting Car Business offering tours of Killarney's world famous national park and lakes Muckross house and gardens etc. Killarney Jaunting Cars Ltd - Tangney Tours offers you the ideal thing to do while in Killarney. Our tours vary from 45 minutes - 5 hours showing you all of Killarney at it's finest. Take the World famous Killarney Jaunting Car Tour through the Park or Cruise The Lakes of Killarney. If you feel adventurous try The Gap of Dunloe Day Tour where you will experience breathtaking scenery from start to finish. Fishing and guided walks are also available with Killarney Jaunting Cars.