Achill Island Boat Tours to the Croaghaun Sea Cliffs
Achill Island
Explore Achill Island for a day, on our boat the NOIRIN BÁN.
Achill Island is Irelands biggest inhabited Island and boasts natural beauty, ruggedness, sandy beaches, cliffs and a wonderful welcoming people. Dugort pier is your landing place and is a short walk from the village of Dugort. You have plenty time to visit the Deserted village and The Achill Experience Aquarium & Visitor Centre. You can hire a bike and explore further to see places like Keel beach and the famous Keem Bay. You can also have a trip with us to see the Croughan Cliffs. Bus tours are also available throughout the day. The Banshee of Inisheeren sights is a new tour this year and is well worth embarking on. There are lots of cafes and pub/restaurants for you to enjoy on your day trip.
Croughan cliff tour
Croughan cliff tour takes you on an adventure from Dugort pier on Achill along the rugged coast past Sliabhmor, the seal caves, Annagh beach, Annagh head and finally The Croughan Cliffs. Those cliiffs are the 3rd highest cliffs in Europe at 688 metres or 2257 feet.
On the odd occasion when it's too rough to travel to the cliffs we can take you to see the Historic Village of Blacksod instead and visit Blacksod Lighthouse for a tour if you wish.
- There is a good chance of encountering dolphins on the way
- Dugort pier
- Blacksod Lighthouse
What do I need to know for my trip to Inishkea Island?
The Inishkea Islands are designated Special Areas of Conservation and Special Protection Areas by the Office of Public Works.
- You will need to bring your own lunch.
- We advise to wear comfortable shoes as the ground is not level.
- If the weather is good to bring suncream/sun hat.
- Always be prepared for rain, this is the West Coast of Ireland.
- Bring your phone and or camera.
- Be prepared to go natural as there are no toilets on Inishkea.
- Strictly no dogs allowed.
- No bikes allowed.
- No overnight camping.
- Please bring home any rubbish and leave nothing but footprints.
- Please take nothing but memories.
- Let the skipper know if you are unwell.
What do I need to know for my Croughan Cliff Tour?
- This tour is approx. 2 hours.
- You will not be getting off the boat till tour ends.
- You can bring snacks if you want.
- If the weather is good to bring sun-cream/sun hat.
- Dogs are allowed.
- Always be prepared for rain, this is the West Coast of Ireland.
- Bring your phone and or camera.
- Let the skipper know if you are unwell.
What do I need to know for the Kids Experience?
- This tour is approx. 2 hours.
- You will not be getting off the boat till tour ends.
- You can bring snacks if you want.
- If the weather is good to bring sun-cream/sun hat.
- Dogs are allowed.
- Always be prepared for rain, this is the West Coast of Ireland.
- Bring your phone and or camera.
- Let the skipper know if you are unwell.
What do I need to know for my angling trip?
- This tour is approx. 2 hours. (Or upto 6 hours for private bookings)
- Rods and tackle are provided.
- If the weather is good to bring sun-cream/sun hat.
- Always be prepared for rain, this is the West Coast of Ireland.
- Let the skipper know if you are unwell.
