Skellig Michael

The monks who lived there prayed and slept in beehive-shaped huts made of stone, many of which remain to this day. The monks left the island in the thirteenth century. It became a place of pilgrimage and, during the time of the Penal Laws, a haven for Catholics.

The Landing Tour allows you to step onto Skellig Michael and spend 2.5 hours exploring the monastic settlement and climbing the 618 steps. The Eco Boat Tour stays on the water, circling both islands to view the wildlife, history, and Star Wars locations from the boat.

The climb from the landing pier to the monastery involves 618 uneven stone steps with no handrails. The path is steep and exposed in places and requires a good level of fitness and a confident head for heights. It is not suitable for visitors with mobility difficulties, heart conditions or respiratory issues.