Dingle Boat Tours | Day Cruise from Knightstown Marina

Per Person

€70

Age

10 years upwards

Group Size

Max 12 persons

Duration

Up to 7 hours

Dingle Boat Tours for a Relaxed Day Trip to Dingle

Dates for our special Dingle Day Trip will be released throughout the season, in line with weather, sea conditions and events in dingle.

This Dingle day trip travels by sea from Valentia Island to Dingle town, offering a scenic alternative to the long drive around the peninsula. This experience is designed as a shared coastal crossing that connects two of Kerry’s most iconic harbours by water, allowing guests to enjoy the journey as much as the destination.

As the boat departs Valentia Island and enters the open sea, the coastline of the Dingle Peninsula gradually comes into view. The crossing unfolds across Dingle Bay, where changing light, sea conditions, and coastal contours shape each journey differently.

Along the way, dolphins are often seen moving through the bay, sometimes surfacing close to the boat, while seabirds follow familiar routes across the water.

Dingle Day Trip

Tour Gallery

Dingle’s Colourful Streets during the Dingle Day Trip experience

Dingle’s picturesque harbour, where fishing boats, dolphins, and coastal beauty create a postcard-perfect scene

Arrival in Dingle Town during Dingle Day Trip where every street has a story to tell

Dingle Day Trip

Experience Highlights

Eco-Friendly Skellig Bounty

Travel aboard the Skellig Bounty, one of Ireland’s first sustainable boats, purpose-built for comfortable and responsible travel at sea. Designed for stability and small groups, the vessel offers a relaxed experience while minimising impact on the marine environment.

Dingle’s Colourful Streets

Step off the boat and into the heart of Dingle town. Wander through its lively streets, where independent shops, cafés, and galleries reflect the character and creativity the town is known for.

Award-Winning Distilleries

Dingle is home to renowned distilleries producing locally crafted whiskey and gin. With the marina just steps away, there is time to visit, sample, or simply learn more about this important part of the town’s culture.

Harbour Charm

Soak up the atmosphere of Dingle Harbour, where fishing boats, coastal scenery, and everyday life come together along the waterfront. Dolphins are often seen moving through the harbour and nearby waters, adding to the sense of place.

Live Irish Music

Dingle is famous for its traditional music scene. From relaxed afternoon sessions to lively evenings, many pubs host local musicians, offering an authentic and welcoming experience for visitors.

Gourmet Dining

Enjoy fresh seafood and local produce at Dingle’s well-known restaurants and cafés. Whether you prefer a casual lunch or a longer evening meal, the town offers plenty of options within easy walking distance of the harbour.

Dingle Day Trip

In Preparation for the Trip

To ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience, please review the following guidance before departure. These Dingle day tours take place by boat across Dingle Bay and open sea, so a little preparation helps ensure comfort and safety for everyone on board.

Ensure your contact details are correct, including email address and full phone number with country code.
Guests must be reachable up to 72 hours before departure in case we need to contact you regarding weather or scheduling.
This Dingle day trip involves travel across Dingle Bay and the Atlantic, so please be prepared for open sea conditions.
Guests are advised to allow extra travel time to reach the departure point.
Please arrive at least 30 minutes before departure to allow for boarding and safety checks.
It is recommended to check the weather forecast the night before your boat trip.
Dress for changing conditions at sea and bring light, warm layers where possible.
Closed footwear is essential on board. Flip-flops, Crocs, and open shoes are not permitted.
Bring a small water bottle for the duration of the journey.
A digital copy of your booking confirmation is required on arrival.

These boat trips are planned carefully around sea and weather conditions, with your skipper confirming timings in advance to ensure a safe and comfortable day on the water.

Dingle Bound

Dingle Day Trip Map and Departure Point

This Dingle day trip departs from Knightstown Marina on Valentia Island, a sheltered harbour well positioned for safe access to Dingle Bay and surrounding waters. From here, the crossing follows a scenic route across the bay, with the skipper adjusting the journey to suit sea conditions on the day.

The arrival point is Dingle Harbour, located at Dingle Marina, where guests step directly into the centre of town. This makes the experience easy to combine with time ashore, whether you are exploring independently or planning a longer stay as part of a wider Private and Group Boat Tours itinerary along the Kerry coast.

From departure to arrival, this Dingle day trip brings together travel by sea, coastal scenery, and time ashore in one of Ireland’s most distinctive harbour towns, all shaped by weather, wildlife, and the natural rhythm of the bay.

Per Person

€70

Exclusive Dingle Ferry Experience.
Departs from Knightstown Marina, Valentia Island.
Breathtaking Dingle Bay Views.
Expert Local Crew

Testimonials

Hear from Our Happy Adventurers

Lorenzo Delmedico

Amazing experience! Mysticism and stars wars imprinting all unbelivable. Our skipper and Elisabeth a friendly and unique team. Lorenzo

Sarah jane Caldwell

Magical

Rachael Moore

Bucket list item checked! Highly recommend AquaTerra Boat Tours. The boat was sparkling clean, the crew were very friendly and informative, and the trip was incredible. I'd give them 10 stars if I could!

George Munroe

This has to be the best way to visit Skellig Michael. Elizabeth and Brendan are a great team and attentive in every way to their passengers' safety and comfort as well as able to share some craic appropriately. And their boat is a dream!

Aisling Quigley

The Skellig landing tour was the absolute highlight of our trip to Kerry this summer. A long awaited bucket list wish, it didnt disappoint. The boat was a 10/10 experience between comfort, local knowledge and general hospitality from the team. We were extremely fortunate to have great weather conditions, but the overhead cover still made such a difference. We were so glad to have chosen AquaTerra. Would highly recommend to anyone thinking of booking. You won't regret it.

Daniel Scholl

Seeing the Skelligs firsthand and landing on Skellig Michael are must do for anyone in the area and interested in history, sea birds, and or Star Wars but how you get there makes all the difference. There are a number of companies offering similar packages, but Elizabeth and Brendan were fantastic and most of all the boat! The boat was comfortable, fast, and managed the rough seas with an ease that seemed to slow down the other boats, plus you'll stay dry from all of the sea spray but won't miss any of the sites

Janine Frey

We had the incredible fortune to land on Skellig Michael Island with AquaTerra last month & it was most definitely the highlight of our time in Ireland. The crew was fantastic, the weather was perfect, & the island was breathtaking. Thank you for an unforgettable experience!!! Janine & Don

Piano Lover

We traveled with AquaTerra Boat Tours to Skellig Michael, it was a fantastic experience. Elizabeth and Brendan are the best team. They are very informative and professional. The boat was clean and dry—very comfortable. We really enjoyed our day.

Matteo Lusignoli

I highly recommend going to Skellig Michael with AquaTerra!! Both the guide and the skeeper were very nice, but the main reason I recommend doing the excursion with them (with respect to other solutions) is their boat. It seemed to me more (or much more) confortable than other boats I saw doing the excursion from Portmagee, and when you are out in the ocean you thank god of being in a confortable and sheltered seat! Their boat is also not noisy, considering its powerful motors. Leaving from Knigthstown (on Valentia Island) instead of Portmagee is not a problem; in fact I found it more nice to have a first (and last) relaxing part in the boat trip, before going out in the ocean.