Discover the Passion Behind Aqua Terra Boat Tours

Welcome to Aqua Terra Boat Tours, where the heart of Valentia Island’s breathtaking landscapes and the call of the Wild Atlantic Way come to life. At the helm are Brendan and Elizabeth, a husband-and-wife team whose love for adventure and storytelling is the cornerstone of our unique tour experiences. Situated just off the Ring of Kerry, our tours offer an unparalleled opportunity to explore the stunning landscape and untouched coastline, crafted with passion and deep knowledge of the area’s rich history and natural beauty.

Meet the Visionaries: Brendan and Elizabeth

Brendan, a native of Valentia, and Elizabeth, with roots in Armagh who found her new home in Kerry, combine their passions to showcase the wonders of this unique island. Together, they’ve turned their dreams into reality, creating adventure tours that resonate with history, excitement, and a genuine love for the Irish sea.

Due that run Aqua Terra Boat Tours in Valentia Island, Brendan & Elizabeth

Embark on an Adventure of a Lifetime

With their love for the sea and Irish history, Brendan and Elizabeth provide explorers with a truly unique and exciting experience by interacting directly with their visitors to showcase Valentia Island and the Skellig Coasts unique geographical and cultural delights that date back to the 6th century. Visitors to the area are amazed at the wealth of historical sites that includes two monastic islands – one being a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the ruins of a Viking village, a 12th – 14th century Castle, a 17th century Cromwellian Fort that is now a working Lighthouse and many more interesting treasures along the way.

Whether it be a scheduled boat tour or a private group tour, all adventure tours can be enjoyed from early March to late November or early December (weather permitting of course). So, sit back, relax and explore Valentia Island through stories, folklore and tales of time gone by for a memorable experience while out boating with the Aqua Terra crew.

Our Commitment to Excellence and Sustainability

We offer competitive prices with a strong emphasis on excellent service and experience during our tours. In our pursuit of providing exceptional experiences, we also aim to lead in sustainable tourism in Ireland. By supporting local communities and fostering positive relationships within the tourism sector, we’re dedicated to preserving the beauty and heritage of Valentia Island for future generations. Our crew, fully licensed and committed to our environmental policy, ensures that with every tour we are working towards sustainable tourism for the stunning island of Valentia, the Ring of Kerry and Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way.

Innovation and Development: Beyond the Horizon

Our passion for adventure doesn’t stop at the water’s edge. We’ve expanded our horizons to accommodate explorers arriving by car, bus, ferry, and even cruise ships, offering bespoke packages that showcase the best of South Kerry. Working closely with international cruise companies, we ensure that every guest leaves with a piece of Kerry in their hearts, thanks to our authentic and meticulously designed tours.

We use only the best local guides and amenities to ensure all guests experience an authentic visit along Kerry’s Wild Atlantic Way. All ship visits are custom-designed to provide the best experience during their short trip ashore.

Ready to explore the Skellig Coast and Valentia Harbour? 

An aerial view of Valentia Island lighthouse with the ship, the Serenissima, sailing into to port.
  • star ratingA great trip around Valentia, the trip covered Begnish and Church Island. Elizabeth was a great tour guide. We'll worth it..great value

    clares468
    August 25, 2021

    star ratingAbsolutely loved this tour! What an amazing way to see such an historic place and the wildlife. Loved hearing the stories. The boat was great, and the crew were brilliant.

    jane_mairead
    February 4, 2023

    star ratingWe enjoyed the trip around the Skellig mountains very much! Small group of people, very friendly guides and very good information on the tour!

    MiriTerrs
    June 24, 2023
  • star ratingGreat boat trip around the islands, puffins, gannets and seals, lots of local history plus beautiful scenery. A great day out thank you.

    travelingsailor1
    July 27, 2022

    star ratingGreat, informative and fun tour with Liz and Pat! Good value for money, lots to see and just the right amount of time. Thanks guys!More

    RachelFitzgerald123
    August 13, 2019

    star ratingGreat experience. Really interesting your. Great fun. Really knowledgeable tour guide. Good value. Definitely recommend.

    johngR1500FA
    August 23, 2023
  • star ratingWe really enjoyed the trip and would highly recommend it for family and friends. Very informative and interesting history talk and beautiful scenery.

    109222216
    September 6, 2021

    star ratingGreat boat trip where the boat circled around both skellig beag and skellig Micheal. I did the landing tour a few years ago but preferred this tour as you had... read more

    hazelbyrne
    May 27, 2023

    star ratingBrilliant guided tour. Started off with the small museum and information film.

    On the boat, Brendan was informative and helpful.

    Would highly recommend this tour as... read more

    colmk583
    July 19, 2023
  • star ratingMy favourite part of the tour was when we passed a group of dolphins. Another part of the tour I enjoyed was seeing all the other wildlife around Skellig Beag

    Jimmy182939
    July 19, 2023

    star ratingI went on the tour last year with 7 friends,It was brillant and going into the caves was the highlight.This year I went with 7 guests from America. They were... read more

    815eilleenh
    July 9, 2022

    star ratingOur tour guide Elizabeth had in-depth knowledge of the history of Valentia and the islands in the harbour. She also showed photos of the archaeology which were fascinating. The boat... read more

    H8527FSkarenr
    July 29, 2023

Have Questions? We’re Here to Help

We invite you to visit our FAQs page for more information on our tours. Should you wish to discuss how we can make your journey to Valentia Island an unforgettable experience, our dedicated team is ready to assist.