The Ultimate Skellig Coast Tour
€75
10 years upwards
Max 12 persons
2 hours
The Ultimate Skellig Coast Tour
This is a scenic round-trip cruise. It does not include landing on Skellig Michael.
The Ultimate Skellig Coast Tour is available in English, German, French, Spanish, Italian.
This is a scenic round-trip cruise. It does not include landing on Skellig Michael.
The Ultimate Skellig Coast Tour is available in English, German, French, Spanish, and Italian, with multilingual audio guides provided on board.
Set within Páirc Náisiúnta na Mara, Ciarraí, this round-island boat tour of the Skelligs carries you eight miles into the Atlantic, where dramatic scenery meets centuries of history. As you circle the Skellig Islands, stories of monks, lighthouse keepers, and long-lost shipwrecks come to life through multilingual audio headsets, making this one of AquaTerra boat tours’ signature Skellig boat tours.
Small Skellig (Sceilig Bheag), home to over 39,000 gannets, rises sharply from the sea, while Skellig Michael (Sceilig Mhichíl) reveals the remote monastery where early Christian monks lived in sacred isolation. During puffin season, thousands of seabirds fill the cliffs with energy and colour.
Below the surface lie shipwrecks that once challenged the Atlantic, watched over by the enduring Skellig Lighthouse and the families who kept its light burning. The islands’ striking presence later captured filmmakers, becoming an iconic Star Wars location known worldwide. For visitors hoping to step ashore, a separate Skellig Michael landing tour is available on selected dates, subject to permits and sea conditions.
This voyage offers more than spectacular scenery. It is a rare opportunity to experience extraordinary wildlife, remarkable heritage, and the untamed spirit of the Skellig Coast in one unforgettable journey.
Join us and experience the Skellig Coast in a way you will never forget.
Tour Gallery
Images from this Skellig Boat Tour capture the dramatic cliffs, seabird colonies, and open Atlantic waters that define the Skellig Coast, offering a visual insight into the landscapes and wildlife encountered during the journey.
Planning to land on Skellig Michael?
Tour highlights
Exclusive Multilingual Audio Guides
The only Skellig Coast tour with expert narration in multiple languages.
UNESCO World Heritage Site
Explore Sceilig Mhichíl, a world-renowned heritage site where early monks carved out a life of sacred isolation.
Star Wars Filming Location
Experience Skellig Mhichíl, the iconic backdrop for Luke Skywalker’s exile in Star Wars.
Wildlife & Marine Encounters
Spot gannets, puffins (seasonal), seals, and possibly dolphins or basking sharks, in the waters surrounding the Skelligs.
Maritime Legends & Shipwrecks
Explore historic shipwrecks and the Skellig Lighthouse, once home to keepers and their families.
Dramatic Cliffs & Sea Caves
Cruise past towering cliffs and hidden caves along the Skellig Coast, where the Atlantic has carved out striking geological features over millions of years.
In Preparation for Skellig Boat Tour
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Ensure contact details, including email and full phone number with country code, are correct.
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Guests must be reachable up to 72 hours before departure should we need to contact you.
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This Skellig Boat Tour takes you 8 miles into the Atlantic, so be ready for open sea conditions.
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Guests are advised to allow extra travel time for delays.
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Arrive 30 minutes before departure.
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It is recommended to check the weather forecast the night before.
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Dress for changing weather conditions on the day of the tour – opt for light layers.
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Closed footwear is essential on the boat – no flip-flops / Crocs / open shoes.
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Bring a small water bottle.
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A digital copy of the booking confirmation is required.
Not Just a Stop - A Story
Knightstown Village Marina, Valentia Island - Eircode V23 XR88
Per Person
€75
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This tour is available in English, German, French, Spanish, Italian.
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Departs from Knightstown Village Marina, Valentia Island.
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Breathtaking Coastal Views.
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Atlantic Wildlife & Birds
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