Embark on the Ultimate Skellig Coast Tour, the only multilingual audio-guided tour on the Skellig Coast! This unforgettable round-trip journey to the Skellig Islands with Aqua Terra will immerse guests in captivating folklore, history, and the area's natural wonders.

Sail past the stunning Kerry Cliffs and Puffin Island, unveiling the breathtaking beauty of Skellig Michael and Small Skellig. These iconic isles are havens for diverse wildlife, from gannets and cormorants to seals, with the chance encounters of puffins, dolphins whales adding to the magic.

Uncover the ancient tales of Skellig Michael, steeped in early Christian heritage dating back to the 6th century. Experience the profound spirituality and historical significance of this sacred sanctuary, a testament to the enduring legacy of its past inhabitants to then reveal how the island's stories have moved through time to become a UNESCO World Heritage site today.

Please note - this tour does not land on the Skelligs.

Skellig Michael : Ultimate Skellig Coast Tour with AquaTerra

Set sail on a thrilling journey along the Wild Atlantic Way with Aqua Terra Boat Tours, your gateway to the best of Kerry's coastal tours. 

Our Valentia Island cruise offers an unparalleled opportunity to experience the enchantment of Valentia Island from the unique perspective of the water's edge. 

This 1.5-hour adventure combines the thrill of speed with the awe of exploration, bringing you face-to-face with the rich history, mysterious caves, dramatic cliffs, and diverse wildlife on one of Ireland's most picturesque landscape

The Valentia Island Experience

Walk through wild countryside to the 130m high Coomanassig waterfall and take a break by the dark waters of Eagle Lake. Marvel at the towering 260 metre corrie cliff faces. Explore this geological wonderland and the lower heights of the Dunkerron Mountains. Traverse the open moorland long ago smoothed by the deposits of ice age glaciers.

Possible encounters with sheep, hares, mountain goats, huge ravens and perhaps the white-tailed sea eagles.

Enjoy spectacular views to Sneem, Kenmare Bay and the Caha Mountains on the Beara Peninsula.

Please note that this walk follows a rising path from the start and includes off-trail sections. Waterproof boots with good soles are essential.


Sneem Waterfall and Eagles Lake Guided Walk

Spectacular Mountain Walks & Cliffs on the Wild  Atlantic Ocean  : : Transatlantic Cable 1866 Story :Slate Quarry Story & Grotto from 1954 The Marion year : Visit to the Lighthouse & Talk given by a Retired Lighthouse Keeper After 30 years Service : You can spend time on a long or short walk  towards the LOOK OUT HUT in Bray Head

Valentia Island with its unique heritage is accessible by Road & Car Ferry .Knightstown planned by the Knight of Kerry is the main village and built around the Harbour 

Valentia Island has many historic buildings from the Cable era of the mid 1800's when the First Transatlantic cable was laid
Travellers can see where the First Transatlantic Cable was laid from Valentia Island to Newfoundland in Canada connecting Europe to America 1866 

Valentia Island Tours and sightseeing

You will walk from the Car Park to the top and Bray Head and discover the history of this part of Valentia from the neolithic period to modern time. All with amazing view of the Skelligs, the Atlantic, Portmagee, and the entrance to Valentia Harbour. The walk starts in the carpark, looking onto Foilhomurrun Bay. This is where the first transatlantic cable came ashore and is also the site of a Cromwellian fort. After this you will follow the track up Bray head. Along the way you will see standing stones, ancient field enclosures, the unique ruins of Crompeol village, monastic huts with stone carvings, and finally the signal tower from the Napoleonic period. A walk through thousands of years of history in some of the most beautiful landscape in Ireland. The tour will be given by a local historian experienced in historical walks around Valentia and South Kerry, making it a unique tour.


Things to do in Ring Of Kerry

Skellig Michael : Ultimate Skellig Coast Tour with AquaTerra

The Valentia Island Experience

Sneem Waterfall and Eagles Lake Guided Walk

Valentia Island Tours and sightseeing

Historical Walking Tours in Valentia and the Skellig Region