The Gap of Dunloe Full-Day Tour from Killarney

From€60
5h 30m
Killarney, Ireland

Full description

Amazing and best tour to visit the Killarney National Park. Considering a walking, rambling or hiking tour? Look no further as The Gap of Dunloe is 7 miles (11 kilometers) and takes approximately 2 hrs 30 minutes. If visitors are not up for walking or hiking then there is an alternative of the traditional Irish Jaunting Carriage (horse and carriage) to take visitors through the Gap of Dunloe. The extra cost is E 35 per person for the Horse Carriages and payable directly . Boats will be waiting to escort the visitors through the magnificent three Lakes of Killarney to Ross Castle. An amazing adventure tour.

Included / Excluded

  • Bus and Boat trip only
  • Driver/guide
  • Free Car Park at Ross Castle.With prior notice (24 hours) we offer a free pick up at Ross Castle.
  • Transport to Kate Kearneys Cottage and return from Ross Castle.
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Jaunting Cart Ride ( EUR 35.00 pp cash only) 4 pax per Carriage can also be hired privately

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

  • Stroller Accessible
  • Service Animals Allowed
  • Easy Public Transport
  • Infants Required On Laps

Good to know

  • Please check in at the Deros Tours office (22 Main Street) before 10:00 AM, as our coach departs promptly at 10:15 AM. Due to ongoing construction on Main Street, please allow extra time for parking to ensure you arrive on schedule.
  • Carriages may be hired privately and the total cost would be E 140 per carriage.There is no pre booking for carriages as the booking may be made on arrival at Kate Kearneys Cottage.
  • There is not enough time to visit Ross Castle before returning to Killarney but visitors may stay at Ross Castle and enjoy a lesisurely walk to Killarney through the National Park (30 to 40 minutes).
  • Tours of the Castle takes 1 hour.Pre booking is advisable and can be done by phoning 353 64 6635851 or visit rosscastle@opw.ie
  • There is free car parking at Ross Castle where the tour terminates and we can certainly collect customers at Ross Castle at 10am but prior notice has to be given by telephoning 00353 64 6631251 the previous evening.
  • Pease advise at the time of booking if you are walking or wish to hire the Horse Carriages at E 35 per person-4 pax per carriage.
  • If the tour operates despite bad weather, cancellations are permitted until 10:00 AM on the day of the tour. No refunds will be given once this deadline has passed or the tour has begun.
  • Deros Tours reserves the right to cancel tours if insufficient numbers book.
  • Restroom Facilities: Restrooms are available at the Kate Kearney's Cottage parking lot before you begin the Gap of Dunloe walk or carriage ride. The next available facilities are at Lord Brandon's Cottage, located at the end of the 7-mile trek. Hydration: It is highly recommended to bring an adequate supply of water for the journey across the Gap. Navigation: We advise picking up a complimentary route map before you set off; it is a useful resource for tracking your progress along the trail
  • Jaunting Carriages are paid directly at Kate Kearneys Cottage at a cost of E 35 pp (cash only).There are 4 passengers in each carriage
  • Please make sure to advise the Jaunting Carriages driver that you are going to Brandon's Cottage to meet the Boats.
  • Depending on the daily water levels, there may be a brief woodland walk. The walk is very short, taking a maximum of 10 minutes. This brief detour allows the boat to safely navigate and traverse a particularly shallow area of the water.
  • Estimated Return Time to Killarney Please note that the advertised return time to Killarney is an estimated time of arrival (ETA) only and is not guaranteed. Our tour return time may vary due to factors beyond our control, including traffic conditions, roadworks, weather, and other unforeseen delays. .If you have a flight, train, or other important connection, please allow sufficient time to accommodate possible delays. Thank you for your understanding.
  • This tour is self-guided and does not include a tour guide. Your driver will escort the group to the tour starting point and return in the afternoon to collect the group."
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Deros full day Gap of Dunloe trek

After the bus drops you off at Kate Kearney's Cottage, you have 3 hours and 3 ways to get over the Gap of Dunloe to Lord Brandon's Cottage ( which is next to a snack bar) and the return river boats. The road to the river is full of lovely scenery, sheep, rock outcroppings, and water. If 7 miles (uphill and down) will be a stretch for you to walk, then select renting a bike, or take a horse drawn carriage. For our boat ride from the river next to the snack bar over to Ross Castle we had a wonderful man with his two small sons. He told us the history of the area, and was full of information about the lakes, area hunting, fishing, wildlife, the surrounding mountain range, and even the other small islands inside the 3 lakes. If you are interested in seeing and experiencing a day in the Killarney outdoors, I highly highly recommend this tour.

109jeanniefSep 21, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Great scenery and service!

The Gap of Dunloe tour was amazing. Very good communication with Deros tours. Bus driver was entertaining and fun. The pony carts were wonderful and the boat ride was excellent back to Ross Castle. The tour is a big highlight of our trip so far.

mkcrane2016Sep 21, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Tour was run very...

Tour was run very smoothly. Was able to do the walk in just under 2.5 hours while taking a lot of pictures. Boat ride was a blast and very informative.

ryan_ESep 20, 2026VIATOR

The tour offered amazing...

The tour offered amazing views and a nice boat ride, but be prepared to hike 7 miles if you opt out of the jaunting horse cart (for additional cost). I enjoyed the hike but it is something to keep in mind if you’re unable to hike for 2 1/2 hours.

Julian_VSep 19, 2026VIATOR

A wonderful day

Had a great time. Our pony man, Paul and boatman, I think his name was Daniel, were excellent. We got poured on, but it didn’t dampen our fun. They really knew what they were doing. The scenery was incredibly beautiful. It was an experience our group will never forget.

J7717IPpamsSep 16, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

Jaunting Carriages are paid directly at Kate Kearneys Cottage at a cost of E 35 pp (cash only).There are 4 passengers in each carriage Carriages may be hired privately and the total cost would be E 140 per carriage.There is no pre booking for carriages as the booking may be made on arrival at Kate Kearneys Cottage. There is not enough time to visit Ross Castle before returning to Killarney but visitors may stay at Ross Castle and enjoy a lesisurely walk to Killarney through the National Park (30 to 40 minutes). Tours of the Castle takes 1 hour.Pre booking is advisable and can be done by phoning 353 64 6635851 or visit rosscastle@opw.ie There is free car parking at Ross Castle where the tour terminates and we can certainly collect customers at Ross Castle at 10am but prior notice has to be given by telephoning 00353 64 6631251 the previous evening. Pease advise at the time of booking if you are walking or wish to hire the Horse Carriages at E 35 per person-4 pax per carriage.