Whale & Dolphin Watching Tour: Explore Marine Wildlife on the Wild Atlantic Way
4.9
15 Ratings
Baltimore
Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
What's Included
  • Lifejackets
  • Covid safety measures
  • Toilet onboard
What's Not Included
  • Tea and coffee
Additional Information

Take advantage of this chance to observe aquatic animals along this part of the Wild Atlantic Way - it became a sanctuary for whales & dolphins in the early nineties. It boasts a stunning craggy shoreline with islands off the coast and a Beacon known as Fastnet.

You’ll travel on a steady dual-engine boat featuring bench seats led by a well-versed and seasoned captain.

The entirety of the trip is spent on the ocean, scouting for wildlife, to ensure every passenger gets the most out of each voyage.

Location
8 Castle End
Castle End
North Pier, Baltimore Harbour - free parking nearby (google maps use P81 WT28 near the old Railway Station). Boarding the yellow boat called WAVE CHIEFTAIN 15 minutes prior to departure for a safety briefing. CHECK THAT THE TOUR WILL GO AHEAD AT LEAST 24 HOURS PRIOR TO DEPARTURE (+353 877 961456)
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Ali_nort400
Sep 23, 2023
Amazing - This adventure was fabulous ! We have seen so many dolphins ! Sadly we were not able to see whales, maybe next time ;)
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186vivd
Sep 13, 2023
Wonderful Experience! - We had a brilliant afternoon, we saw lots of dolphins, including babies (so tiny and sweet!) Also saw minke and fin whales (at a distance!), a lone grey seal, gannets, storm petrels and guillemots. Gerry, the Skipper was very knowledgeable. My friend remarked that it was the best €50 she had ever spent!
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Reamonnl
Aug 16, 2023
Highly recommended trip - Really great trip with three kids aged 11, 14,16. Skipper Gerry really knows his stuff. We saw Minkes, Fin Whales and Dolphins. Wrap up, prepare for all weathers and a long time in the water. Highly recommended.
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Hq5xxfhwrh
Jul 28, 2023
Great time on the water. Highly recommend! - Wonderful few hours out on the water with Jerry, our captain. Within the first 30 minutes we came across some harbour porpoises and were able to get quite close to the pod even though they were described to us as a shy breed. Unfortunately these were the only sea life we saw, and Jerry was more disappointed than I was. Happy to have time on the water on a beautiful day!
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135owenm
Jul 16, 2023
Great afternoon - Great way to spend an afternoon, the captain was extremely friendly, knowledgeable and happy to interact with everyone
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F2897tbfionam
Sep 17, 2022
Good for the soul! - Fantastic experience. Beautiful views of the bay going in/out. Saw loads of dolphins but no whales this time. Would definitely go again.
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363emmam
Aug 30, 2022
Fantastic experience, thoroughly enjoyed it! - We booked with Rianne who was really helpful, and then Jerry took us out on the boat, with Patricia. The boat was really comfortable and had plenty of space for 12 people. We saw lots of seals and dolphins and were properly briefed on any safety measures - it was such a great experience. The best dolphin watching tour we’ve been on (this is our 4th across carious countries)
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E126sqthomasb
Aug 28, 2022
Whale watching excellence! - Was hard work on the day and wind increased as we headed south, however Gerry got us to a wreck site just 8.5 miles south of the harbour and we eventually came on a baitball and started to see dolphin and bird activity. After 3 hours a large 24/25 m Fin whale was sighted and soon two! A good number of Minke whales and dozens of common dolphins including 3/5 bottle nosed dolphins too which is apparently rare in this region. Thanks for everything on the day Gerry and Aquaventures. A once in a lifetime experience!
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Beanies124
Aug 8, 2022
Fantastic - My family and I did the Fastnet Rock Twilight/sunset tour and it was incredible. Jerry was brilliant, very informative and interesting. As expected, the views were spectacular and the boat was excellent. Caught a few dolphins on our trip too!! Rianne could not have been more helpful moving our booking for us due to weather changes. Would highly recommend this tour.
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Kooidinges
Sep 1, 2022
Whale and Dolphin watching. - I experienced an unexpected nice morning in the waters around Clear Island, Sherkin Island, Baltimore. The trip was great, our host and tourguide Jerry knew where to go. Thanks sooo much. I highly recommend them for this activity.
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