Gap of Dunloe Day Tour and Boat Ride from Killarney
Killarney, Ireland
- 6 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Discover one of Ireland’s most photographed natural landscapes on a half-day tour of the Gap of Dunloe from Killarney. Visit Kate Keaney's Cottage, admire spectacular views of the McGillycuddy Reeks and the Purple Mountains as you hike or ride a pony trap (own expense) through the Gap, then cruise around the Lakes of Killarney to Ross Castle.
- Gap of Dunloe Half-Day Tour and Boat Ride from Killarney
- Journey through the famous Gap of Dunloe on foot or by pony trap (optional extra)
- Enjoy dramatic views of the McGillycuddy Reeks and the Purple Mountains
- Cruise around the Lakes of Killarney and admire views of Ross Castle from the water
- Great-value tour includes hotel pickup and round-trip transport
What's Included
- Driver/guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Boat
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Jaunting Cart
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Ardross, Ross Rd, Scrahane, Killarney, Co. Kerry, V93 VX21, Ireland
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Operating hours.10:30 am
Itinerary
Ross Castle (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Minimum age is 4 years
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Kristen_W
This was a great experience that allowed us to see spectacular views of the Gap of Dunloe! We walked through the Gap (around 12km) and it was incredibly worthwhile despite the rainy weather. Definitely an amazing experience and I would highly recommend!
Reviews
4.5
based on 31 reviews
Kristen_W, Jul 2025
This was a great experience that allowed us to see spectacular views of the Gap of Dunloe! We walked through the Gap (around 12km) and it was incredibly worthwhile despite the rainy weather. Definitely an amazing experience and I would highly recommend!
Michael_L, Jun 2025
Overall, fun experience. The Gap has beautiful views. We walked instead of carriage ride. We almost missed the boat ride. I think walk was better to enjoy the views , but tight timeline to cottage where boats were. The boat ride was amazing and Rory was an excellent guide. Ended at Ross Castle with no time to explore. Our Transport back was no where to be found. Had to catch a van with different tour to get back. People were very nice, but need to be more organized and give clearer direction on timelines and transportation details.
Cecil_Q, May 2025
We rented a horse and buggy to go over the Gap of Dunloe. This part was beautiful. The second half of the tour was the boat trip down the three lakes of Killarney. This part was atrocious. Very unorganized from the meeting point until the end. The water was low on the lakes so much that at one point we had to get out of the boat and traverse a path through very rough terrain. We are all in our seventies and it was only by Gods grace we did not fall and break something. They should never have put good paying customers through such a nightmare. I would not suggest this trip to anyone over 30 years old. This boat company is putting money over the safety of us older customers. There was no mention of having to walk over such a rough path before leaving the starting point. Maybe a little warning would help customers our age. :(
Deryck_J, Jul 2024
This tour is well worth the money. The boat trip was truly amazing, with gorgeous scenery and Irish humour providing all round great entertainment. Just be careful on the walk because there are many cars, bike and horse carriages. This is not the fault of the tour operator. Take care!!
Mark_L, Jul 2019
The “half-day” does not do this tour justice. The tour bus to the starting point and the trip through the gap take enough to qualify as a half-day, especially if you hike the 7 mile gap (2.5-3 hours depending on how hard you push). Then you start an amazing boat trip through the river areas to the lower lake, landing at Castle Ross. Definitely worth the time! We left our hotel at 9:45 and got back at 4:00.
ois_nm2014, May 2019
Definitely book this tour when visiting Killarney - gorgeous hike and boat ride. Friendly organisers. Well worth doing!
Kelly O, Sep 2017
MUST DO in Killarney! Had so much fun riding horseback through the Gap of Dunloe. Gorgeous scenery with sheep everywhere. Our guide Sean was helpful, funny and interesting. The boat ride back to Ross Castle was unfortunately rainy and chilly, but beautiful. HIGHLY recommend!
Bruce S, Jul 2017
This was one of our favorite tours. We were lucky to have beautiful, clear weather. This tour shows off the beauty of Ireland. Be sure to ride in one of the jaunty cars and be told a lot of history for this area. This tour I would take again.
Mary M, Jun 2017
It was a terrific day.The tour people were well organized,on time and very helpful. We elected to have part of the group ride and the others in the carriage.The sun was glorious! Don't miss this.
James D, Sep 2016
They put us on the wrong bus and didn't know it until they announced the destination just as the bus was pulling away. So instead of this tour, costing 25 each, we were on the Rings of Kerry tour, costing 20 each. Our tour was fine but not what we paid for.
Terry K, Jul 2016
Gap of Dunloe is spectacular. Tour operator was friendly and accomodating
Andy C, Jul 2016
We really enjoyed the trip. Our guides were very knowledgeable and we have learned a lot. Charlie the dog was a surprise host on the boat ride. Everybody love Charlie at the end of the boat ride!
carol c, Jun 2016
This was a great activity. The views were gorgeous. I actually liked the boat ride the best. The driver that " coordinates " the tour simply drives you to the entrance of the gap in an old smelly van ( short trip so it's ok). Then explains the tour somewhat vaguely, and picks u up at the end.
Graham B, Jun 2016
Enjoyed the tour very much. Take the horse cart in the middle of the tour rather than walk, It's along walk up hill and was not included in our tour price. Shared the cart with one other couple so it was an extra 40 Euro.
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