Top Wild Atlantic Way Kayaking Tours

The Portsalon Caves Tour with Eco Atlantic Adventures is unique for its strong focus on sustainability, local expertise, and small-group experiences. Led by highly trained local guides, the tour combines adventure with in-depth storytelling about the area’s geology, wildlife, and cultural heritage. Routes are carefully selected to minimize environmental impact while maximizing access to hidden caves and coastal features rarely seen by visitors. Group sizes are kept small to ensure a personalized, unhurried experience and the highest safety standards. Eco Atlantic Adventures’ commitment to responsible tourism allows guests to explore Portsalon’s coastline in an authentic, respectful, and truly memorable way.

County Donegal's coast—Ireland’s wildest, most rugged region—can be difficult to navigate. But with this tour, a pro guide will get you experiencing it via kayak, accessing hard-to-reach caves, paddling under sea arches, navigating around massive sea stacks, and more. Along the way, you might even spot dolphins, seals, mink whales, and other elusive creatures enjoying the incredible views of the North Atlantic.

Come kayaking on beautiful Roundstone Bay in county Galway with the majestic Twelve Bens mountain range of Connemara as your backdrop on this coastal adventure. Explore the stunning natural environment from your kayak of this scenic bay on the Wild Atlantic Way at the foot of Errisbeg mountain. Your knowledgeable local private guide will tell you about the local area as you kayak safely across the bay. For the more experienced kayakers enjoy kayaking over to deserted Inishlacken island with your guide. See the abandoned ruins and houses on this unique island, famed for its yearly artist retreat and fascinating local history. Take in the beautiful vistas of the surrounding rugged land and seascapes before returning to the harbour of the beautiful white strand of Gurteen bay.

Learn to kayak, paddleboard, or windsurf in the serene surroundings of Rusheen Bay, just 5km from Galway City. These private lessons cater to all skill levels, emphasizing personalized instruction and a relaxed atmosphere. Each session begins with a safety briefing and covers essential techniques, ensuring you build confidence on the water. Whether you're mastering the basics of kayaking and paddleboarding or honing your windsurfing techniques with private coaching, enjoy the flexibility to learn at your own pace. With safe and ideal conditions, your aquatic adventure awaits.