This tour explores the treasures of Ireland's Eye, Howth Harbour and Dublin Bay. Take a trip around Ireland's Eye, taking in spectacular views of the Island, the Martello Tower, and the colony of seals and birds, including Puffins, which inhabit the area. Get up close and personal with the flora and fauna on Ireland's Eye. The island is a Nature Reserve and a sanctuary for wildlife in Dublin Bay Biosphere. Commentary on the history of the island, the wildlife, and the famous Kirwan murder on the island is provided.
April - September only: Passengers are also given the option to land on the Island as part of this Eco Cruise(weather permitting). Once on the Island, you can stay as long as you wish. Take the time to swim in the clear waters, picnic on the safe sandy beaches, see the Martello tower or just lay back and watch the blue skies for flying Gannets, Gulls and Puffins. Landing* on the island is always weather permitting and at the discretion of the master of the vessel.
Posted By : TrailBlazer231706
We can’t say enough about our experience! Captain Mark was so kind, helpful and welcoming and went above and beyond for us His staff took the time to be sure we could see the sites and added extra information throughout the cruise. It was a high point of our visit!
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Posted On : 2024-07-04 05:14:41 
Posted By : joa403
Great tour, ignore the haters!
I read the reviews and booked anyway, glad I did!
The team were super friendly and knowledgeable, nothing wrong with the boat either.
I would say if you want to get off there is an easy walk to a beach but if you want to explore, sensible shoes and covered legs must be a good idea.
It is an uninhabited island, there isn't a fancy docking point and you need a decent amount of mobility. We were on a trip with people with young children who managed fine. There is a bit over rocks etc but it wasn't that difficult.
It's peaceful with lots of wildlife and I would recommend it.
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Posted On : 2024-06-28 13:27:03
Posted By : katehJ8425EX
A short tour with all of the nature, murder mystery and history you want. Impressive sights with clear narrations. Well worth the money
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Posted On : 2024-06-11 06:56:16
Posted By : angelquinn914
Such a lovely time had . The captain was very friendly and so informative . Leaned so much new things about the island.
Looking forward to sharing this wonderful experience
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Posted On : 2024-05-17 15:09:48
Posted By : 263elizavetal
Awesome experience: penguins, seals, cormorants, gulls, beautiful sunset, nice music, supportive crew.
I’m happy I did it
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Posted On : 2024-05-09 16:16:40
Posted By : D324FCmegand
Brilliant! Captain was very knowledgeable and friendly! It was great value for money! Highly recommend it to anyone who visits
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Posted On : 2024-03-03 10:10:21
Posted By : SEZME1030
We booked this trip and I wished we had done more research. We spoke to the driver of the boat asking what we would see and how long. We would have needed binoculars to see the sea life which was so far away and we basically circled around and we were back in about a half hour, it was scheduled for 45min. . It was so disappointing, there is another company using orange boats go with them.
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Posted On : 2023-09-25 17:57:20
Posted By : V810QVheatherb
This was my second year doing this tour. This trip was a Summer highlight last year.
We went this week on a day that was lovely and sunny in Howth. When we got out there we landed on the back of the island -this was different to the previous year and was due to wind hitting the front of the island. Where we disenbarked the boat was a lot less maintained then I believe it should have been. We had young children with us and we climbed onto the rock steps and up to the grass area. We met some people on the island who were wondering how we had managed with the small kids.
We decided to return to the mainland on the 3pm boat. We had an awful experience trying to reach where the boat pulled into. The landing area with railings was not accessible, so we had to climb across the rocks with children aged 1, 3, 5,8,10. We would not have managed to make it across into the boat except for the help of three members of the public who just happened to be getting the same boat back. They balanced across the rocks and we had to pass the small children across three people to get them safely to the boat. This was a frightening and completely unsafe situation. I am well used to doing physical activities with my children including hiking, sports etc but this was simply not safe. The crew of the boat did not help and I dread to think how we would have managed except for the help of these really kind empathic people. Another family on the boat were very shaken after the same experience as us.
On the return boat trip to Howth mainland, the sea was choppy and boat seemed to be going far too fast for the conditions. The boat was bouncing on the waves and we were soaked from the amount of water we were splashed with. We had no life jackets on either trip to or back from the island. This was not enjoyable. Last year it was one of our most memorable summer days out. After yesterdays experience I would not recommend or do this trip again. We should have been advised not to get off with the children or there needs to be investment in making the area where you landing and board from a safe area for the travellers that pay for this experience.
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Posted On : 2023-08-22 18:44:58
Posted By : rachelmY2207LN
We booked irelands eye trip to the island to get off and then come back later. A small old boat pulled up that was very difficult to get in. We were crowded on and ensured that it was licensed to take 28 people. We were with three young kids. No life jackets were provided and it was very rocky. Without being told , we were dropped at the back of the island where there was a steep cliff/rock climb. It was beyond dangerous. Thankfully a gentleman that was travelling on the boat helped us. Then we decided to leave the island after an hour as the wind was picking up. there were 13 kids altogether and we had to climb down the steep rocks and hand children to two passengers at different points and then try and step into the boat. It was so so dangerous and the only reason nobody got hurt was due to the two very kind and helpful passengers.
I therefore would not recommend this trip due to no proper information before it starts and because of how dangerous it was for both adults and children.
For that price a proper boat should be used and information provided before hand.
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Posted On : 2023-08-22 09:30:09
Posted By : Jessica P
Our plan was to use Ireland Eye Ferries but we were approached by Island Ferries before we had a chance to get to them.
Due to a storm the night before, they didn’t let us onto the island, but the views were still fantastic of both the island and Howth, and we got close enough to see a ton of birds but sadly no Puffins. It was a great short 20-30 minute outing.
TIP: sit on the starboard side towards the stern to be closer to the island for pictures
My reasons for taking a star off —
1. We were directed to the boat that already had about 15 people figuring it was heading out, but then sat for about 20 minutes — got the impression the operator was trying to squeeze more people on before leaving
2. The ocean made the boat VERY rocky — made me and my husband nervous the entire time feeling we shouldn’t have been out there at all
3. We could hardly hear the captain through the speakers when he was pointing stuff out
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Posted On : 2023-08-19 12:37:59
