Top Ireland On the Water

Experience the thrill of a 2.5 hour sea safari around the Blasket islands Explore hidden coves and sea caves as you travel through the domain of the seals, dolphins, whales and puffins. The RIB is designed for passenger comfort and safety with individual jockey seats for 12 passengers. So pack your sense of adventure and get ready to have the fresh sea air blowing through your hair. Get that feeling that comes with close encounters with seals and dolphins in the wild as you travel through some of the most beautiful coastal scenery in Irelands only Marine national park. Wildlife sightings vary according to the season and encountering all species cannot be guaranteed. Your Skipper Declan is also a Marine Biologist and will provide you with a wealth of information and be happy to answer all your questions.

Take a relaxing 60 minute cruise on board the St Bridget from the beautiful Howth Harbour. Take in the breathtaking views from this amazing vantage point and see the beautiful bird and seal colony that is Irelands Eye. Look north towards Malahide and Lambay Island and then head South East to Howth's cliffs as you take this relaxing cruise. Sure you might even have a coffee or a glass of wine from our on board bar while you sail.

Experience the thrill of observing whales and dolphins on this 4-hour cruise around Dingle Bay. Marvel over the startling coastal scenery as you drive along Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way, then hop aboard for a memorable cruise around the bay. Glide past Slea Head, the westernmost point of Europe, then cruise out to the Blasket Islands and look out for humpbacks whales, dolphins, seals, basking sharks and puffins.

Discover the rugged Connemara coast with its rocky beaches and deserted islands on this private full-day cruise. Set sail from Cleggan to the island of Inishturk; look out for wildlife including dolphins, seals, puffins, and guillemots; and enjoy lunch at a typical Irish pub.

The wild brown trout offers excellent sport from the season opener in March through its close at the end of September. The many fisheries in Connemara have networks of interconnected lakes ("loughs") and rivers populated by the native trout of Ireland. This wild brown trout in Connemara's lakes and connecting rivers average in size from one to two pounds. The trout fishing is very dependable, with hatches starting in April and peaking in May and early June. Then, caddis, crane flies and terrestrials keep the trout looking up all summer long. Because Connemara's rivers and lakes are acidic, food is scarce, so the trout rise eagerly to dry flies and take wet flies and nymphs with little hesitation. The "ferox", or large cannibal brown trout, prey on their smaller brethren in larger lakes. Your knowledgeable local French Ghillie will advise you on the best flies to use and take you to the best places to fish on the rivers. Pax: min 1, max 3 fishermen. Available: February to end September.

Take a boat tour to see Hook Lighthouse from the Sea! We will take you on a breath-taking guided boat tour of the Waterford and Wexford Coastline, where you will enjoy tales of Vikings and smugglers as well as meeting first hand some of the marine life that we share the coast with.If you are lucky, you will see dolphins and seals, and plenty of sea birds. The Waterford and Wexford coast is steeped in Maritime History, you will hear where the term 'By Hook or by Crooke' came from, how in 1645 Irish rebels fought and sank the flagship of the English Navy, still lying today beneath the sands. Visit a sea cave where ancient people brought the bones of their dead to enable their passage to the other world, and to top your tour off, some high speed manoeuvres in our Rigid Inflatable Boat - 'Vadrefjord' Boat tour - approximately 1 hour on the water, a safety brief is mandatory prior to boarding. Arrive 30 minutes before your tour time to allow for equipment allocation and safety brief.

A Wild Brown trout fishing trip to Lough Corrib transports you to the most breath-taking sights and scenery Connemara has on offer. You will fish on one of Europe’s last remaining wild brown trout fisheries – Lough Corrib. The Corrib is one of the most beautiful and mysterious lakes in Ireland. Surrounded to the north west with craggy mountains, sprinkled with wooden islands the wild landscape will stay with you forever. You will have the day to experience wild brown trout fishing on Ireland second largest lough. Pax: min 1, max 2 fishermen per boat. Season: February to end September

Nevsail Watersports Summer Camps in Kilkee (Clare) are an absolute favorite with all the kids and teens who attend them, (many even save up their own pocket money to join us each year). We run both daily and weekly kids and teens summer camps, which are a perfect introduction to many watersports and adventure sports in a safe and controlled environment. Full supervision is provided throughout your watersports camps with top quality instruction from your friendly qualified staff. The Kilkee, Co. Clare and Limerick summer camps are great for kids and teens to meet new people, make friends and cultivate confidence. Action, Fun and Adventure for Boys and Girls (aged 6-16yrs) and you can book either daily or weekly onto your summer camps. Life jackets and safety equipment are all fully included.