Slieve League cliffs cruise. Donegal. Guided. 2 hours.
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Take a cruise from Killybegs harbour in beautiful County Donegal -(voted 'the coolest place on the planet') to the base of Europe highest accessible sea cliffs, to view the breath taking Slieve League cliffs, rising 1,972 feet / 601 metres out the water. On route we pass many points of Interest including Rotten Island and St John's Point lighthouses, Drumanoo Head, Fintra Beach, Muckross Head and the famous Giant's Desk and Chair which sit in the bay ahead of the mighty cliffs. While cruising close to the cliffs, you get a great chance to see the many caves & waterfalls which dot and cascade down the rock faces. On route back you will be able to see the table shaped mountain of Benbulbin in Sligo in the distance and the towns on the coastline of Donegal Bay. Donegal Bay is one of the richest waters in the world. There are regular sightings during the summer months of marine wildlife including dolphins, porpoises, basking sharks & tuna.
Inclusions
What's included
- Life jackets are supplied
What's not
- No food or drink included in price.
Itinerary
On leaving the harbour, we are met with Rotten Island lighthouse which was constructed in 1838. It is still functional & extremely important to all vessel entering & departing the port.
We can also see in the distance, St Johns Point Lighthouse, located at the end of the long peninsula, constructed in 1831 & also still functional & now used as guest accommodation which is very popular. We will then travel west along the rugged Donegal coast which shows its beauty from centuries of Atlantic storms showing their strength, firstly passing Drumanoo Head.
En route to the cliffs we will view Fintra beach with its Blue Flag credentials, that then leads us onto Muckross Head.
After Muckross Head we pass by Teelin Bay & onto Carrigan Head. Rounding Carrigan head with Napoleonic tower overhead looking down on us, the majestic Sliabh Liag cliffs start to come into view.
As we travel around we can see the “Giants Desk & Chair” & this is leading us to the highest point of the Slieve League cliffs which stand at 1,972ft/ 601mtrs, making them he highest accessible sea cliffs in Europe. While cruising close to the cliffs, you get a great chance to see the many caves & waterfalls.
On the return journey, you can see the vast openness of Donegal bay, seeing the southern Donegal towns of Ballyshannon & Bundoran, the table shaped mountain of Benbulbin in Sligo & the Mayo coast.
Donegal Bay is one of the richest waters in the world. There are regular sightings during the summer months of marine wildlife including dolphins, porpoises, basking sharks & tuna.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
4.6
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Ratings come from 74 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.
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3Cancelled due to weather
Unfortunately, the tour was cancelled due to weather. We received a prompt refund on the tour. Next trip???
5Fantastic experience
Fantastic trip, superb boat and guides were great
5Excellent staff and...
Excellent staff and stunning views. We even saw dolphins playing in the water together. The cliffs and caves are exceptional; the captain even allows for a bit of a "pit stop" so you can enjoy them and get some great photos while not moving.
5Kind and attentive crew...
Kind and attentive crew going the extra mile- everything from offering sunscreen, sharing insights about geologic processes and steering the boat so passengers could have the best view of a dolphin pod!
4Fun Trip.
Interesting and enjoyable. Air conditioned inside cabin with viewing windows for those who want to avoid the heat or the sun.
5Better than expected
Hassle free booking. Very professional and helpful crew. Enjoyed every moment of the trip. 100% recommended
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- The Marina, small craft harbour in Killybegs, County Donegal, Ireland F94 HE9R. At the harbour the boat is called the Sliabh Liag Allure Please arrive at least 20 minutes before scheduled start time to board
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 96 travellers
- Operated by
- Ireland Wild Escapes
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- WHERE DO YOU PARK? There is plenty of parking along the shore. There is a free car park beside the Ahoy Cafe just opposite where the boat is tied up. The muster point is at the head of the breakwater on the Small Craft Harbour, but we ask that passengers kindly do not park here as the pier is very busy with new boats being built.
- Please note: If weather is not suitable for this crusie we will contact you to try reschedule or supply a full refund
How it compares in Donegal
- Its from-price is 88% below the median of the 48 experiences we list in Donegal.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 2 of 48.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Donegal
Donegal is a harbour town at the head of Donegal Bay in north-west Ireland, with a fifteenth-century castle and wild Atlantic coast around it.
Donegal town stands where the River Eske meets Donegal Bay, in the far north-west of Ireland. The Diamond, a triangular market square with an obelisk, is the centre, and Donegal Castle, a fifteenth-century O'Donnell stronghold with a seventeenth-century wing, stands beside the river. Nearby, the ruins of a Franciscan friary recall the Four Masters, who compiled Irish annals in the 1630s.
