The 10 Best Boat Tours & Water Sports in Sligo, Western Ireland

May 8, 2022 Veronika Gaddis

Sligo (Irish: Sligeach, meaning "abounding in shells" — /ˈslaɪɡoʊ/ SLY-goh; Irish pronunciation: [ˈɕlʲɪɟəx]) is a coastal seaport and the county town of County Sligo, Ireland, within the western province of Connacht. With a population of approximately 20,000 in 2016, it is the second largest urban centre in the West of Ireland, with only Galway being larger. The Sligo Borough District constitutes 61% (38,581) of the county's population of 63,000.
Restaurants in Sligo

1. Perfect Day Surf School

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Perfect Day Surf School

Perfect Day Surf School is located in Strandhill, Sligo. Established in 1998, we specialise in small group and individual surf lessons, childrens summer camps, stag and hen parties, special needs groups and school tours. Our unique 1 to 5 instructor to student radio maximises the safety, coaching and fun aspect of learning how to surf. Also offering SUP (Stand up Paddle)lessons and tours.

2. Perfect Day SUP School

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Perfect Day SUP School

Stand up paddling is one of the fastest growing water sports worldwide. It is easy to learn and great exercise and can be enjoyed by people of all ages and abilities. Perfect Day SUP School Ireland offers you the opportunity to enjoy nature and explore the Sligo outdoors from a different perspective. Take a class and enjoy our scenic tours of the beautiful waterways around Sligo.

3. Sligo Boat Charters

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Sligo Boat Charters

Join us on board our charter boats for the most amazing experience of the Atlantic Ocean! Catch that fish you've always dreamed of catching. Feel enthralled by the wildlife and beauty on a floating eco-tourism tour. Eat the freshest fish you've have ever tasted, caught by your own hand. Sligo Boat Charters offers the best boat trips in Sligo and Donegal Bay that can be customized to do, or catch, exactly what you want. We catch more fish, offer better value for money and offer the best selection of trips and fun party ideas for beginners and experts. Simply bring wet gear and we'll provide the rest under the nurturing eye of your highly experienced and qualified skipper. Located in Rosses Point, Co. Sligo, nestled under the Benbulben and Knocknarea mountains, we are based in the quintessential haven of the Wild Atlantic Way. Book a trip with us so you can hear the call of the seagulls, taste the salty air and experience firsthand, the magic of Sligo Bay. We look forward to welcoming you on board! Services available include deep sea angling, reef fishing, shark fishing (August-October), Coney Island water taxis (Great for a BBQ'ers, swimmers and walkers), Inishmurray Island trips, sightseeing trips and eco tourism cruises. Trips can be tailor made to suit any customer or budget and include modest half day, full day and evening trip rates for groups, individuals and children. Rods and tackle are available for hire on board, beginners and families welcome! Gift vouchers available.

4. Sea Fishing Sligo

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Sea Fishing Sligo

Sea Fishing Sligo is a Boat charters and Sea angling business based in Rosses point Sligo. We operate a number of trips and tours to suit our groups and our fishing enthusiasts. Sligo is extremely lucky to boast some of the most beautiful scenery and sea line in the country. Sea fishing Sligo has taken advantage of this and operates fishing trips and island tours in Sligo.

5. Sligo Bay Sup

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Sligo Bay Sup

Welcome to Sligo Bay Sup , ASI qualified stand up paddle board school and guiding service operating from Rosses Point , Lissadell , Streedagh beach , Mullaghmore and Doorly Park . Experience stand up paddle boarding or (SUP) surrounded by 360 degree views of the stunning Sligo coast line .

6. Strandhill Surf Experience

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Strandhill Surf Experience

Strandhill Surf Experience is owned and run by lifelong surfer Eddie Moran. Eddie is a highly experienced surf coach who has been surf coaching for 8 years at Strandhill beach and offers the highest standard of instruction from total beginner to advanced surfers.

7. Strandhill Surf School

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Strandhill Surf School

Strandhill Surf School is the centre of surfing in Strandhill. Located in the adventure hub of the North West, Strandhill beach is a great place to learn to surf or improve your surfing skills. Come and experience the excitement os surfing with highly qualified instructors who have valuable knowledge of the local waves. With a great premises on the beachfront, we are within walking distance to the best surf for our lessons. We look forward to surfing with you!

8. Sligo Kayak Tours

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Sligo Kayak Tours

Sligo Kayak Tours run guided kayak tours of the beautiful coastal estuaries and tranquil inland lakes of Co. Sligo, Ireland. Discover untouched nature and world renowned landmarks from the comfort of your own sea kayak. Our tours are run in a relaxed and safe manner where you will have ample time to take in the scenery and interesting history of the various paddle locations. All tours have a stop half way where you can enjoy a french press coffee and cookies in the forest whilst your guide fills you in on local characters, life on the Wild Atlantic Way and offers local knowledge on places to eat, accommodation and other sights to see in the area. No kayaking experience is necessary to take part in a tour and all equipment is supplied by us. Your guide will give you a full safety brief and explain the routes and techniques so that you feel comfortable and confident before starting out. Tours generally leave at 10:30 and 14:30 daily, booking in advance is advised.

9. North West Adventure Tours

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North West Adventure Tours

Northwest Adventure Tours is a company specialising in guided Biking, Hiking, Stand up Paddle boarding (sup),bike hire and free diving tours in the stunning North West of Ireland. If you are looking for unique adventures to do in Sligo and the surrounding areas then look no further. We provide some of the most amazing full and half day bike tours in Ireland both on and off the beaten track and have a wide range of routes and tours available to cater for any ability. Keep an eye out for Stargazing Night Hikes, Dawn Chorus Paddles, Full Moon SUPS and much more. For custom tours just get in touch.

10. Sligo Surf Experience

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Sligo Surf Experience

Experience more in Sligo with your guide to the wild Atlantic waves Seamus Mc Goldrick. This professional bodyboarder from Strandhill offers the best surf experiences for youths, adults, families and groups along Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way in a safe and fun environment. 2.5 hour guided experience including all necessary surfing equipment, access to changing rooms and storage for personal belongings. You just bring swimming gear and a towel and we supply the rest. Come find us at our meet up point at the Sligo Surf Experience surf van on the beach front car park at Strandhill. You can't miss us.

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