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.
Explore the hidden gems of the Wild Atlantic Way
Monastic Settlements
Irish Marine Life
Islands, Caves and Cliffs
Sea Birds
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 45euro 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.