Aran Islands and Cliffs of Moher Day Cruise from Galway City Docks
by Aran Island Ferries
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€120Overview
This full-day boat cruise lasts about 8 and a half hours, starting with a direct sail from Galway City across Galway Bay. On the way, you will see the coastline of Connemara and Clare. The boat docks at Inis Mór, the largest of the Aran Islands, where you have about four and a half hours to explore. The trip back to Galway includes a cruise along the Cliffs of Moher, which rise over 200 meters and are about 300 million years old. While sailing, an audio guide provides information about the islands’ prehistoric archaeology, natural heritage, and stone fortresses, as well as facts about the Cliffs of Moher. Wildlife such as puffins, dolphins, seals, and basking sharks can often be seen near the cliffs, along with the sea stack called An Branán Mór and a sea cave featured in the movie Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince. Passengers can enjoy fresh air and the views throughout the day.
Highlights
What's included
Itinerary
Galway Bay
Passengers sail directly from Galway City, enjoying fresh sea air and views of the Connemara and Clare coastline while heading to the Aran Islands.
Inishmore
Visitors have about 4.5 hours to explore Inis Mór, the largest of the Aran Islands.
210 min
Cliffs of Moher
On the return trip, the boat cruises past the Cliffs of Moher, which are over 200 meters high and formed around 300 million years ago. The route includes views of the An Branán Mór Sea Stack and a sea cave used in the Harry Potter film. Wildlife such as puffins, dolphins, seals, and basking sharks may be spotted.
Meeting point
Beside Port of Galway Office. If heading towards Galway city take the first entrance on the left of the Galway Harbour Hotel (H91 E9PR). If leaving Galway city take the second entrance on the right of the Galway Harbour Hotel. Proceed straight where you will be prompted by signs to enter a carpark.
End point
Beside Port of Galway Office. If heading towards Galway city take the first entrance on the left of the Galway Harbour Hotel (H91 E9PR). If leaving Galway city take the second entrance on the right of the Galway Harbour Hotel. Proceed straight where you will be prompted by signs to enter a carpark.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Aran Islands and Cliffs of Moher Day Cruise from Galway City Docks
by Aran Island Ferries
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€120Overview
This full-day boat cruise lasts about 8 and a half hours, starting with a direct sail from Galway City across Galway Bay. On the way, you will see the coastline of Connemara and Clare. The boat docks at Inis Mór, the largest of the Aran Islands, where you have about four and a half hours to explore. The trip back to Galway includes a cruise along the Cliffs of Moher, which rise over 200 meters and are about 300 million years old. While sailing, an audio guide provides information about the islands’ prehistoric archaeology, natural heritage, and stone fortresses, as well as facts about the Cliffs of Moher. Wildlife such as puffins, dolphins, seals, and basking sharks can often be seen near the cliffs, along with the sea stack called An Branán Mór and a sea cave featured in the movie Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince. Passengers can enjoy fresh air and the views throughout the day.
Highlights
What's included
Itinerary
Galway Bay
Passengers sail directly from Galway City, enjoying fresh sea air and views of the Connemara and Clare coastline while heading to the Aran Islands.
Inishmore
Visitors have about 4.5 hours to explore Inis Mór, the largest of the Aran Islands.
210 min
Cliffs of Moher
On the return trip, the boat cruises past the Cliffs of Moher, which are over 200 meters high and formed around 300 million years ago. The route includes views of the An Branán Mór Sea Stack and a sea cave used in the Harry Potter film. Wildlife such as puffins, dolphins, seals, and basking sharks may be spotted.
Meeting point
Beside Port of Galway Office. If heading towards Galway city take the first entrance on the left of the Galway Harbour Hotel (H91 E9PR). If leaving Galway city take the second entrance on the right of the Galway Harbour Hotel. Proceed straight where you will be prompted by signs to enter a carpark.
End point
Beside Port of Galway Office. If heading towards Galway city take the first entrance on the left of the Galway Harbour Hotel (H91 E9PR). If leaving Galway city take the second entrance on the right of the Galway Harbour Hotel. Proceed straight where you will be prompted by signs to enter a carpark.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.