Valentia Island Tour Experience

Per Person

€60

Age

4 years upwards

Group Size

Max 12 persons

Duration

1.5 hours

The Valentia Island Experience

Set sail on a shared experience with fellow guests and enjoy a Valentia Island tour from the water. This journey offers a welcoming and atmospheric introduction to one of Ireland’s most remarkable places along the Wild Atlantic Way.

Gliding across the sheltered waters of Valentia Harbour, guests discover a coastline shaped by centuries of stories. Once a Viking stronghold and a haven for monks seeking solitude, these waters later carried the world’s first successful transatlantic telegraph cable, linking Europe and North America and transforming global communication.

As the tour continues, cliffs rise from the sea and quiet coves reveal hints of the island’s layered past. Wildlife brings the journey to life with a resident seal colony resting on sun warmed rocks, gannets diving with effortless precision and dolphins often appearing near the harbour entrance. In the right season, a basking shark may drift silently beneath the surface, a gentle presence in these waters.

Designed as a comfortable and engaging experience for all, this scheduled afternoon tour allows guests to relax and take in Valentia’s timeless beauty at a gentle pace. It is a shared journey through heritage, wildlife and coastal character, an ideal way to discover the spirit of Valentia Island from the sea.

Book Now

Valentia Island

Tour Gallery

Elizabeth Skellig Bounty Valentia Island

Valentia harbour Wildlife Encounter during Tour

Valentia Island

In Preparation For the Tour

Ensure contact details, including email and full phone number with country code, are correct.
Guests must be reachable up to 72 hours before departure should we need to contact you.
Guests are advised to allow extra travel time for delays.
Arrive 30 minutes before departure.
It is recommended to check the weather forecast the night before.
Dress for changing weather conditions on the day of the tour - opt for light layers.
Closed footwear is essential on the boat - no flip-flops / Crocs / open shoes.
Bring a small water bottle.
A digital copy of the booking confirmation is required.

Valentia Island

Tour Highlights

Adventure awaits

Experience the freedom of the Atlantic aboard our luxury vessel, where every detail is designed for comfort and discovery.

Spectacular Coastal Scenery

Admire Kerry’s rugged coastline, dramatic cliffs, and hidden coves from the water.

Wildlife Encounters

Spot seals basking, cormorants diving, oystercatchers wading, and gulls soaring.

Local Expertise

Our crew are more than guides; they bring Valentia’s history, legends, and seafaring heritage to life.

Sea Caves & Rock Formations

Explore hidden caves and towering rock formations sculpted by the Atlantic.

Iconic Lighthouse

One of Ireland’s oldest lights, this beacon has guided vessels through the Atlantic since 1841.

Discover Route

Moments Worth Mooring For

Knightstown Village Marina, Valentia Island - Eircode V23 XR88

Per Person

€60

Book Now

Departs from Knightstown Marina, Valentia Island.
Timeless Stories, Expertly Told.
Breathtaking Coastal Views.
Harbour Life & Seabirds.

Testimonials

Hear from Our Happy Adventurers

      EXCELLENT  
   Based on 263 reviews 
    
 
 
 
   
 
 
       Posted on Google  
   
   Brad S. 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had an outstanding day with AquaTerra on our trip to Skellig Michael. Brendan and Elizabeth were professional, welcoming, and clearly knew exactly what they were doing. Their vessel, the Skellig Bounty, was a huge plus for us too.

You’re seated comfortably and securely, and the design of the boat keeps you dry and protected from the elements, which we especially appreciated given the sea state that day. We saw other boats heading out with passengers sitting exposed on deck in big rubber raincoats, so the comfort of the Skellig Bounty really stood out. Even with fairly lively conditions the ride felt comfortable and safe throughout, and we always felt like we were in very capable hands.

What really stood out was how helpful they were beyond the tour itself. Elizabeth gave us several genuinely useful local recommendations, including a great seafood spot and very specific advice about getting there before opening because of the queue. We followed her advice almost to the minute, had an excellent dinner, and watched the line grow enormous behind us.

A fantastic experience from start to finish and one of the highlights of our nearly two weeks in Ireland. We would happily book with them again.
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Lewis Telschow 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We traveled with AquaTerra Boat Tours on Sept. 13th.
List of why we were so glad we went with AquaTerra Boat Tours, Kerry:
-Covered Cabin: other boats were open air but we were dry and comfortable.
-front facing seats: they were comfortable and had seat belts. This made riding the waves much more comfortable. When the boats comes down from a wave crest, you want a good chair for the landing.
-Modern Boat and well maintained
-great open air deck: we made several photography stops and having the back area to sit or hold onto some handles for taking pics was fantastic. Also Elizabeth made sure to cover safety precautions while out there and watched over us. Also if anyone felt seasick we could head back for fresh air.
Final thoughts:
Elizabeth and Brendan were lovely. Attentive to people with sea sickness. Maintained good airflow in cabin. Communicative with conditions and landing. Made sure to stop for some wonderful wild life photography. We saw some dolphins!
Landing is always depending on weather and waters but AquaTerra had enough experience to give a good estimate on our chances.
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   David Adamson 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Brendan & Elizabeth offer gold standard boat trips. I've sampled two already - Inishteraght & Skellig Michael Landing both of which were exceptional experiences in terms of booking and follow up communications, quality and comfort of boat, island history and commentary as you journey, etc. This is a really professional outfit that can bring you right to the westernmost point and edge of Europe and let you experience the isolation yet beauty of these places. If you love lighthouses, then you are in for a treat. Check out these not to be missed trips with Aquaterra Boat Tours.
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Catherine Littleton 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I went on the boat ride and adventure on Skellig Michael with my son. We are from Connecticut, USA.
It was such an amazing trip! Our team was Brendan and Elizabeth. They were both so enjoyable and caring. Always asking if we were alright and please don’t hesitate if you were feeling “Ick”. So compassionate.
They explained all the safety rules so simply and enjoyably if that’s possible.
It truly was a lifetime experience and they made it even better.
Thank you so much for an amazing adventure!!
Cathy and Paul Littleton
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Tilly Campbell 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a great trip out to Skellig Michael with Brendan and Elizabeth! They were great guides, giving us lots of information about the islands and the surrounding areas, as well as some great local recommendations. We felt very safe and comfortable on their boat, despite the weather making it a bit bumpy. We were very grateful that their boat has a cover!
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Warren Grenagh 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A wonderful modern boat and exceptional care. Brendan and Elizabeth took great care of us on our journey in their gorgeous boat. We had a wonderful day and were blessed with fine sunny weather. Skellig Michael is amazing. Wouldn’t thoroughly recommend
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Sean Sugrue 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. WOW….I would highly recommend Aqua Terra Tours. Firstly the boat is fabulous, clean with modern comfy seats and it’s fully closed in. The life jackets are slimline so easy to put on and take off. Brendan and Elizabeth are brilliant hosts and gave us a perfect day out. An easy 5/5. Will definitely be back. Thanks guys :-)
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Paul Moran 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fantastic service provided by Elizabeth and Brendan. Great boat that is both comfortable, dry and fast to get you out and back quickly for those who are not great at sea. Highly recommend using these guys for your trip.