The 10 Best Boat Tours & Water Sports in Ireland’s Ancient East, Ireland’s Ancient East

September 29, 2021 Marlin Saiz

Discover the best top things to do in Ireland’s Ancient East, Ireland including Atlantic Sea Kayaking, Baltimore Sea Safari, Sovereign Sailing, Boyne Valley Activities- Day Tours, Get West, Freedom Surf School & Adventure, Hooked Kitesurfing, Bray Adventures, The Lagoon Activity Centre, Lough Derg Water Sports.
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1. Atlantic Sea Kayaking

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5.0 based on 309 reviews

Atlantic Sea Kayaking

Based in the South West of Ireland along the Wild Atlantic Way and established in 1995. We are Ireland's premier sea kayaking company. We believe in providing a safe, enjoyable and memorable experience for all who join us. We also hire sit on top kayaks and Stand Up Paddle Boards. We include cultural and wildlife experiences.

2. Baltimore Sea Safari

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5.0 based on 154 reviews

Baltimore Sea Safari

Baltimore Sea Safari is a family run boat trip business from Baltimore in West Cork, Ireland, providing coastal sightseeing tours, with whale, dolphin, porpoise, seal and wildlife watching. Our aim is to introduce our passengers to the outstanding beauty of the West Cork coastline, while looking out for the wildlife that may be in the area. The waters off Baltimore offer the perfect environment to see whales, dolphins, porpoise, basking shark, seals and a wide variety of seabirds. We operate in an area of exceptional unspoiled natural beauty within Carbery Hundred Isles, Roaringwater Bay (which is a designated Special Area of Conservation SAC) and the Ilen River, which are home to the most diverse range of sea and bird life to be seen anywhere in Ireland. During our boat trips we provide an informative commentary on the sights of interest, and on the fascinating history of the area and its wildlife. We visit seal colonies on all of our boat trips, and the shallow draft and high manoeuvrability of unique boat allows us to take passengers into sea caves previously used by smugglers and pirates. During all of our boat trips we collect data on the wildlife that we encounter, logging times, numbers, behaviour, positions and take photos for photo ID where ever possible. This data is shared with other agencies, groups and universities to help develop a better understanding of the whales, dolphins, porpoise, basking sharks, seals, ocean sunfish and other wildlife that frequent the waters around the West Cork coastline. We also have an onboard Hydrophone for listening to the sounds of the sea. Even though we have a good record for whale, dolphin and wildlife sightings, they are not guaranteed.

3. Sovereign Sailing

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5.0 based on 73 reviews

Sovereign Sailing

If you're looking for an adventurous & healthy holiday activity sailing may have the answer.There's no need to don a wetsuit, all cruises are run aboard our cruising yachts based at the Trident Marina Kinsale. You can choose from a day or half day sail. Sailing TimesMorning: 10:00 to 13:00 Afternoon: 14:00 to 17:00 Sunset cruise: 18:00 to 20:30.

4. Boyne Valley Activities- Day Tours

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5.0 based on 59 reviews

Boyne Valley Activities- Day Tours

River based outdoor activity provider in the Boyne Valley in Meath. We take you floating downriver by castles and ruins on a boat of your choice from sit-on-top kayaks to whitewater rafts.

5. Get West

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5.0 based on 277 reviews

Get West

Welcome to Get West. From our picturesque location surrounded by the mighty river Shannon you can take a relaxing guided kayak tour of the historic and beautiful Limerick City. No experience is necessary and it is suitable for all ages.

6. Freedom Surf School & Adventure

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5.0 based on 92 reviews

Freedom Surf School & Adventure

An Award winning Surf School with over 35 years of experience .Guaranteed fun at our Authentic Beach Cottage facility Activities,Surfing, Stand Up Paddle Boarding , Bodyboarding,Nordic Walking,Team Challanges,Ecology Hikes.Equipment Hire.Located in an authentic Irish Setting surrounded by cottages just a stones throw from the beach.Facilities include ,indoor lecture room,Male & Female changing rooms,Hot Showers, Coffee Bar- indoor & outoor eating areas .Irish Language Activity Programmes. Approved by The Irish Surfing Association & Failte Ireland.Sponsored by Billabong.Open All Year.

7. Hooked Kitesurfing

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5.0 based on 44 reviews

Hooked Kitesurfing

Learn to kitesurf on some of the best beaches in Wexford. with 11 years experience our Qualified IKO instructors will help you experience the thrill of flying a large controllable kite, then learn to use it to propel yourself across the water, then into the air if you choose, all equipment is supplied for your kitesurfing lessons including the latest 2020 kites, Wetsuits also included, We offer a range of kitesurfing lessons to suit your budget and ability.If you would like to take up kitesurfing, or are just looking for a great way to spend a day powerkiting, give us a call and have chat with our hooked kitesurfing team

8. Bray Adventures

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5.0 based on 76 reviews

Bray Adventures

Welcome to Bray Adventures! Experience the fun and adrenalin of outdoor adventure sports in the beautiful East Coast of Ireland. Located on Bray Seafront, we have the ideal base for both Water based and Land based activities. Whatever your level of experience - complete novice to aspiring adventurer, we'll make it a fun and unforgettable experience. We are a family run business and a friendly bunch! We only use fully insured and fully qualified instructors and all equipment is supplied. We are conveniently located on Bray Seafront just 1 min from DART, bus and rail services, as well as a host of accommodation, cafes and restaurants, all in an outstanding scenic setting. All this on the doorstep of Dublin... 15 mins from Dublin City Centre, and you could be on your way to an adventure you won't forget!

9. The Lagoon Activity Centre

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5.0 based on 125 reviews

The Lagoon Activity Centre

Afraid of the water? Cant swim? Don't worry! Its only an average of 3 feet deep. The Lagoon Activity Centre is a place where you can relax, feel free and take in the breathtaking serenity and beauty of West Cork and the Wild Atlantic Way. Why not take on West Cork's only and Munster's largest floating water park, rent a kayak, take the kids pedal boating, try your hand at stand up paddle boarding (SUP), or for the less adventurous, simply relax on our over water deck and pier and enjoy the local produce from our beach hut cafe.

10. Lough Derg Water Sports

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5.0 based on 93 reviews

Lough Derg Water Sports

Lough Derg Water Sports is a family run water sports venture basesd on the northwest shores of Lough Derg. We run private bookings for various group sizes, catering for up to 20 paddlers. We also run Summer Camps for kids and Blueway10K Challenge training classes 6 day a week in the summer

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