Why choose this Westport tour ?
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.
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What makes Clew Bay Cruise, Westport ( 90 minutes ) a unique experience ?
Our cruise begins with a brief history of Westport Harbour; once the third largest tonnage harbour in all of Ireland.
Our next sight is Clew Bay’s oyster farms. We passed over the area where over 1 million oysters are harvested every year.
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.
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.
Our next sight is the idyllic Maharishi Island of World Peace; a mecca for those in search of enlightenment.
Our next sight is the southern islands of Clew Bay. We enter an area where we’re surrounded by these flooded drumlin islands.
Our next sight is the infamous John Lennon’s island ; a hideaway retreat owned and frequented by the famous Beatle John Lennon.
Our next sight is the majestic Inishgort Lighthouse , nestled at the bay’s entrance. Since 1806 it has aided ships approaching Westport and Newport.
Our next sight, in the distance, is Clare Island ; the guardian of Clew Bay.
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.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- 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.
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- Clew Bay Cruise
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Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Free On-site Parking
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Westport Cruises.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Dublin.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 4.5 Stars based on 1000 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
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.
