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Whisk your whole gang off on an
unforgettable adventure with our family
boat tours of Bantry Bay.

FAMILY ADVENTURES

About Our Boat Trips

These boat trips, spanning the Marine Wildlife Tour, mackerel fishing trips, private charters, and scuba diving, are some of the coolest things to do in West Cork with kids (and grown-ups, for that matter). Whether you’re on a family holiday in West Cork, celebrating a reunion, or enjoying a day trip, our kid-friendly water activities promise to entertain, inspire, and offer new experiences to the littlest and largest members of your family.

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FAMILY ADVENTURES

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Marine Wildlife Tour

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  • €60 Per Person
  • 3 Hours
  • Max. 25
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Private Charter

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  • €150 Per Hour/ 8 People
  • Min 4 Hours
  • Max. 25
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Scuba Diving

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  • €150 per person
  • 3 Hours
  • Max. 6
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REVIEWS

What people are saying about our boat tours

“Absolutely brilliant. Ireland’s waters are extremely rich in life and the displays here are top-notch. I learned a *lot*. Thanks to very helpful staff member Laura, I learned that the lumpsuckers – beautiful fish — need to be “burped” occasionally, in their tank! The variety of wrasses was amazing, as were the anglerfish and the seahorse. I plan to dive on Monday if the weather cooperates, but I am sure I saw more here than I will in the wild!”

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Robert M. Corless – June 2022

“Amazing day out! Best boat tour we have ever done! Skipper Brian gave us the best experience possible, with his depth of local knowledge, passion for the area and hugely entertaining personality. We learned about the local wildlife, fished for mackerel, and he even cooked us up a tasty pot of mussels!”

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Trip Advisor

“We had the most incredible, memorable family trip out on the Bay with Darren & Bantry Charters, we relaxed in the sun on the boat & got a totaly different perspective of the scenery of the Bay, Bantry & Whiddy, caught fresh pollack for our dinner & got to see 2 whales, amazing! Would highly recommend & will definitely plan a return trip!”

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Claire Hayden – Facebook Review

“Absolutely top class we loved it. Niall and Luke really looked after us we did a three hour tour which included the best Dolphin watching we have ever done and we also caught some fish. Made the kids at ease straight away and it was just lots and lots of fun. 5 stars all the way.”

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Dan Stenson – Google Review

“Could not say enough about what an amazing day we had, we celebrated my sons birthday and the kids caught, cooked and ate their own fish. Darren and crew are unreal from the sights , the fishing, everything. An amazing day Thanks all”

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Gillian Morris – Facebook

“I booked the wildlife tour, Sea angling, and the sunset cruise for my family. We had the absolute best time with BB Charters. Darren and Brian were excellent guides and great with our 2 children. We learned a lot about the history of the area as well as the sea life. Sharon was brilliant advising us what to bring to make sure we were prepared for all of our trips. We will definitely be back next year. Thank you Bantry Bay Charters!”

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