Clifden

Clew Bay Cruise, Westport ( 90 minutes )

4.9(1,453 reviews)1h 30minFree cancellationSkip the line

Description

Explore the breathtaking 365 Islands of Clew Bay on our 90 minute Clew Bay Cruise. Discover the majestic "holy mountain" , Croagh Patrick; atop which Saint Patrick praid and fasted for 40 days and 40 nights. Experience the thriving seal colony as they bask on the rocks and in the water around us. We'll sail within metres of the 400 strong colony. Our 90 minute cruise will visit the renowned John Lennon's Island. A hideaway retreat bought and visited by the infamous Beatle member. We'll cruise to the beautiful Inishgort Lighthouse standing strong at the entrance to the Bay. Enjoy your 90 minute cruise aboard our modern passenger ship. Onboard amenities include: # Live Guided Commentary # On-board Bar and Cafe # On-board Toilets # Enclosed heated all weather lounge # Upper Seated Viewing Deck # On-board Gift Shop # Card Payments accepted on-board. Our cruises are guided by an in- person guide who aims to deliver and entertaining and informative experience.

Highlights

Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Curated Catalog
Top Product
Audio Guides
Private and Luxury
Water Tours
Weather Dependent - Weather-Proof
Excellent Quality
Best Conversion
Day Cruises

What makes this experience special

Language guide

Inglese

Audio guide

Inglese

Transfer included

Raduno al punto d'incontro

What's included

Included

Free On-site Parking
WiFi on board
All Fees and Taxes
Restroom on board

Not included

Coffee and/or Tea
Snacks
Alcoholic Beverages
Bottled water
Soda/Pop

Itinerary

1
Our cruise begins with a brief history of Westport Harbour; once the third largest tonnage harbour in all of Ireland.
Admission included
2
Our next sight is Clew Bay's oyster farms. We passed over the area where over 1 million oysters are harvested every year.
Admission included
3
Our next sight is the scene of the Achill Disaster. On the 14th June 1894, 30 Achill Islanders lost their lives as they made their way by hooker to Westport to board the SS Elm ; a steamship bound for Glasgow.
Admission included
4
Our next sight is the "Holy Mountain" of Croagh Patrick. Admire the mountain from the sea as it towers over the south side of the bay.
Admission included
5
Our next sight is the idyllic Maharishi Island of World Peace; a mecca for those in search of enlightenment.
Admission included
6
Our next sight is the southern islands of Clew Bay. We enter an area where we're surrounded by these flooded drumlin islands.
Admission included
7
Our next sight is the infamous John Lennon's island ; a hideaway retreat owned and frequented by the famous Beatle John Lennon.
Admission included
8
Our next sight is the majestic Inishgort Lighthouse , nestled at the bay's entrance. Since 1806 it has aided ships approaching Westport and Newport.
Admission included
9
Our next sight, in the distance, is Clare Island ; the guardian of Clew Bay.
Admission included
10
Our final sight is the Seal Colony ( can occur earlier in the cruise depending where the seals are located ). We cruise through their habitat, observing them on the rocks and in the water.
Admission included

Meeting point

Our cruises depart from Westport Harbour .We are a short 5 minute drive from Westport Town Centre. From Westport Town Centre take the N59 signposted Westport Harbour. At the Towers Pub turn right. Turn left at T- junction ( signposted Clew Bay Heritage Centre). Continue straight for 100m.

Useful information

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Boarding begins 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time. Passengers must arrive at least 5 minutes before the departure time, or risk losing their space on the cruise.
Please be advised due to the limited nature of Viator's pricing schedules and the inability to allow individual pricing and group pricing in one product, we are unable to offer discounted group pricing and student ticket options on this platform.
Mobile or paper ticket accepted