Rib Sea Safaris
Rib Sea Safaris
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Come aboard the “James Joyce” and tour the Maharee Islands & Sauce Creek
Tour Info
- Departure Scraganne Pier (Google map link)
- Cruise around the Islands
- Visit Illauntaunig Island
- Dolphin and Sealife tour
This unique tour takes in the breath-taking majestic coastline of Tralee Bay and Brandon Bay around the Maharees Islands. Full of history and wildlife, there’s something for everyone !
Voyagers have been navigating these waters for over 6000 years. Prior to around 1500BC this region was known as the edge of the world. Stone age settlers migrated in Skin canoes (curraghs) to the Maharees. Illauntannig was home to two local families for years, one of which was a pilot on lookout for "The Aud" in the 1916 Easter Rising.
Also known as O'Learys island, a monastery found by St.Senagh contains beehive huts, burial platforms and oratories. Explore the cliffs and caves of Sauce creek which lies beneath Mount Brandon, one of the highest peaks in Ireland.
This tour is limited 12 persons max each time, therefore it can offer a very personal experience! (Minimum 6 per tour).
Your captain has a great knowledge of this coastline as he has spent years on the sea around Ireland. They will fascinate you with many a story along the way!
This tour can be tailor made. You may privately hire the rib (boat) and decide on a particular area of the bay you would like to explore, like an up close view of the Maharees Islands or the Monastic settlement on Illauntannig. See the many Rock Formations around the Maharee Islands and the West Kerry Coastline.
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Explore the hidden gems of the Wild Atlantic Way
Monastic Settlements
Irish Marine Life
Islands, Caves and Cliffs
Sea Birds
Our local Seals
Mucklaghbeg (An Mhuclach Bheag) Island hosts a colony of Seals. Seals are naturally curious creatures and therefore, with a good camera, it should be relatively easy to get some excellent pictures of them in their proper habitat.
Whales & Dolphins
Other Sea life
Blue Sharks, Basking Sharks (second biggest fish in the world). Seals: Grey and Common and many other interesting species like Sun Fish and various Jellyfish. Seabirds Guillemot, Gannets, Kittiwake, Storm Petrels, Razorbill to name a few.
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Martina Keogh
Just an amazing tour, highly recommend. Saw monastic sites, dolphins swam beside our boat. Great guide! Best boat tour I've been on.
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Seamus Lee
Absolutely fabulous trip, Sea Safari from Maharees/Castlegregory pier. Philip is a brilliant driver and guide, very informative and made the trip. We went with kids (youngest 11) and they loved it. Do it, you won't regret it!
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CT Subway
Amazing time on the Sea Safari! Very comfortable and dry Rib. Spent extra time so that everyone could get plenty of pics of the dolphins.
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Lindsey M
Splash Sports Sea Safari was lovely! Saw many dolphins and stunning views of Sas Creek. Definitely recommend!
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Robert Nuzum
We saw Minke and common dolphins, unreal... The driver is a character and full of knowledge and great stories.
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Pat Casey
Fantastic outing. Philip is a great captain with great stories about the area and its local history. We saw about 30 dolphins jumping alongside the boat. Fantastic! We had a mix of ages from 9 to 50, and everyone had a great time.
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Shane Buckley
Absolutely brilliant! John even extended the length of the tour by 30 minutes because we didn’t see the dolphins until we were coming in. The scenery was beautiful, and the boat is a monster. Great value for money. Thanks again!
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Suzanne Monk
Amazing time at sea! Beautiful views of the coastline and islands. Added bonus of dolphins!
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P G
Excellent.
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Edi Tanner
It was great. Our boat captain Philipp did his best. Very entertaining and super eventful. Immediately again. Thank you!
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Tour FAQ's
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wHAT WILDLIFE MIGHT WE SEE?
What, or even if, we see any wildlife can never be guaranteed, However, depending on climate and seasons the seas around West Kerry are often visited by: – Sharks – Blue, Basking Dolphins – Common, Bottlenose, Risso, Atlantic White Sided Porpoises – Harbour Whales – Humpback, Mink, Fin Seals – Atlantic Grey, Common Seabirds – Guillemot, Gannet, Kittiwake, Storm Petrel, Razorbill, Puffin … Also Leatherback Turtles and Various Jellyfish
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HOW LARGE A GROUP CAN YOU ACCEPT BOOKINGS FOR?
Our boat can take 12 Passengers + Crew at any one time. For larger parties wanting Island Transfers etc we can always do multiple runs.
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HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
The cost of the tour is €50 pp which includes a seat and a buoyancy aid. The price for adults and children is the same.
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HOW LARGE A GROUP CAN YOU ACCEPT BOOKINGS FOR?
Our boat can take 12 Passengers + Crew at any one time. For larger parties wanting Island Transfers etc we can always do multiple runs.
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WHAT HAPPENS IF A TRIP IS CANCELLED?
We Reserve The Right To Cancel A Trip If We Feel The Conditions Are Unsafe. Under These Circumstances All Monies Shall Be Refunded – It Is Also Imperative That You Leave Us Correct Contact Details At Time Of Booking. Should You Need To Cancel A Booking For Any Reason We Require 48 Hours Notice Otherwise Deposits Will Not Be Refundable.
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WHAT SHOULD I BRING ON THE TRIP? WILL I GET WET?
We Recommend That you Wear a Good Waterproof / Windproof Jacket. It will be cool once we depart the pier and there will be spray from the sea. Please apply sun cream protection if necessary. .. And Don’t Forget Your Camera (And Fresh Batteries)
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ARE THE TRIPS SUITABLE FOR YOUNG CHILDREN
All children should be accompanied by an adult (18+) to take full responsibility and direct supervision while on the tour. We do not have a minimum age requirement as all children are different shapes and sizes, so the minimum height requirement is 1.2m. Their feet must be able to reach the floor while sitting on the seat.