Boat cruise with local skipper on Galway Bay. Galway city. 1 hour

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About this activity

Join a local Galway fisherman, one of the last surviving fishing families of Claddagh, on a boat cruise across Galway Bay, visiting popular and scenic areas such as the Claddagh, Spanish Arch, the Long Walk, Port of Galway and the bay. Live the history of Galway’s maritime past and the traditional wooden sailboats, the Galway Hooker, as you enjoy the views of Galway City from the sea. Embrace nature and the expansive views that reach across the bay to the UNESCO site of the Burren in County Clare as your skipper shares insights into his life as a fisherman and tells stories from the famous Claddagh village. Learn about the traditional sailboats, Galway Hookers, and witness his infectious passion for these boats and the community that dedicate their time to preserving these crafts.

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At a glance

Duration: one hour
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 12 people
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: English
Operated by: Ireland Wild Escapes

Ages: Infants (0–7 years) · Children (8–12 years) · Youth (13–17 years) · Adults (18–64 years) · Seniors (65–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Skippered open boat cruise

Itinerary

Galway Docks

Passing by

Join our boat tour and see views of the Galway Docks as we start our cruise
Stop 2

Passing by

The skipper will share insights into his life as a fisherman and tells stories from the famous Claddagh village
Galway Bay

Passing by

On this boat tour of Galway Bay with your skipper, who is a local fisherman, you will sea popular and scenic areas such as the Claddagh, Spanish Arch, the Long Walk, Port of Galway and the bay.
The Spanish Arch

Passing by

Hear about the history of the famous Spanish Arch of Galway city on this cruise
The Long Walk

Passing by

Cruise past the famous Long Walk of Galway City and hear about its history from your skipper

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Meet us outside Galway Bay Seafood shop. Limited free parking adjacent to Galway Bay Seafoods, paid parking available at the Harbour Hotel (5 min walk) or Hynes Car park (8 min walk)

End point

Meet us outside Galway Bay Seafood shop. Limited free parking adjacent to Galway Bay Seafoods, paid parking available at the Harbour Hotel (5 min walk) or Hynes Car park (8 min walk)

Using your ticket

VOUCHER/TICKET DETAILS:

Meet point: Port of Galway, New Docks (View Map)
Meet at Galway Bay Seafoods Shop.
Limited free parking adjacent to Galway Bay Seafoods, paid parking available at the Harbour Hotel (5 min walk) or Hynes Car park (8 min walk)

Please arrive 15 mins before start time

Contact details: +353 (0)87 112 4232

Package includes:

 Qualified skipper

 Buoyancy aid

 Cruise on Galway Bay

What to wear: Warm layered, wind & rainproof gear as weather can be unpredicable

Safety: Please wear a correctly fitting life jacket when on or close to water.

Medical conditions: Please advise guide of any and all medical conditions prior to departing on the day’s activity