Pirates of Dingle Bay Cruise

Embark on the Enthralling Pirates of Dingle Bay Cruise: A 1.5-Hour Voyage into the Past

Pirates of Dingle Bay Cruise suits 14-year-olds and above due to its historical content and adult humour!

The Pirates of Dingle Bay Cruise offers a captivating blend of history, mystery, and a touch of adult humour, perfect for teenagers and adults alike. As the sun dips below the horizon, casting golden hues over the Kerry Coast, prepare to navigate the waters of Dingle Bay, retracing the bold manoeuvres of 17th-century pirates.

Tour Notes

  • Age 14+ (historical content and adult humour)
  • Departs from Knightstown, Valentia Island & Renard Point.
  • Tour last approximately 1.5 hours
  • Wheelchair accessible

€60 per person / min. 4 persons for this tour to operate

This unique voyage takes you through the storied waters of Valentia Harbour, where your guide will regale you with tales of daring smugglers and audacious thieves who once ruled these seas. Discover the legends of fearless men and women who traversed the globe’s oceans in search of precious jewels and gold, destined for the Skellig Coast. The stories of pirate adventures, fraught with danger and dreams of a new life, will spark your imagination. Did they truly say, “Once a pirate, always a pirate”?

As the cruise ventures further into the Atlantic, embrace the serene beauty of Dingle Bay. Here, against the backdrop of Valentia Island’s majestic cliffs, enjoy the mystical sounds of the sea and waves crashing off the cliffs. A truly unique experience where the ocean meets the sky at the world’s edge.

Get insights into the lives of those who sought freedom and fortune on the high seas and join us for this extraordinary adventure, where the tales of yesteryear come alive against the stunning backdrop of Kerry’s coastal beauty.

Real Reviews, Real Experiences

  • star ratingWonderful boat tour on Skellig Bounty with Brendan. Would highly recommend. Saw lots of wild life and The Skelligs were beautiful. Was great to see up close.

    Fifi20142015
    July 19, 2023

    star ratingWe took the Ultimate Skellig tour with Kerry Aqua Terra from Knightstown on Valentia. The crew, Elizabeth and JP were excellent... we really felt so safe heading off out into... read more

    PMB3000
    February 1, 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 ratingWent into a beautiful sea cave. Scenery fab/lots of historical information from our guides Elizabeth and Brendan. Highly recommend it

    MagsCotter
    July 21, 2023

    star ratingHad a wonderful tour of Valentia Island which included Church & Beginish Islands, a surprise visit to 2 caves as the water was calm and granted access, then on to... read more

    gersully
    September 5, 2021

    star ratingI highly recommend a tour with Kerry Aqua Terra. We went on the special Heritage Week tour with guest speaker Jane Sheehan remembering the marine biologist Maud Delap. Everything about... read more

    Sheila473
    August 23, 2023
  • star ratingThe whole experience of Valentia Harbour was fabulous and was one of the highlights on our trip to Valentia Island while touring the Wild Atlantic Way. The history of Valentia... read more

    FrankyEM8685
    May 31, 2019

    star ratingAbsolutely wonderful tour of the harbors of Valentia and Cahersiveen.
    Elizabeth was very knowledgeable about all the local history and we learned many things. It was so interesting to see... read more

    Kathryn M
    July 13, 2023

    star ratingWe recently did this tour during a visit from the U.S., and it was one of the best afternoons of our visit to Kerry. The scenery is mind-blowing, the boat... read more

    janemccoog1
    May 31, 2019
  • star ratingHighly recommend this trip. Fantastic scenery, lovely guide Elizabeth and pilot (JP?). The sea was very choppy with spray and swells but it only added to the whole experience for... read more

    MarshmallowT
    August 9, 2022

    star ratingExcellent boat tour in a wonderful place. Learned some very interesting history from our lovely guide Elizabeth. Stunning landscape and amazing views. Highly recommend Kerry Aqua Terra.

    muireadk2023
    June 27, 2023

    star ratingWe really enjoyed our trip; fascinating tour around church island and begnish & the highlight was seeing seals. Kids loved it all. Vessel is clean and comfortable with... read more

    Anna809
    August 20, 2021