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Pssssst: We know where all the cool kids hang out (and by cool kids, we mean whales and dolphins).

FAMILY ADVENTURES

Explore Marine Life

Departing from either Bantry or Glengarriff, onboard our 3 hour Marine Wildlife Tour you might meet any of Bantry Bay’s underwater or airborne residents, from Glengarriff’s iconic white tailed sea eagle, seals, porpoises to common dolphins or – if you’re lucky – minke whales.

Please note that a minimum of 6 passengers are required before a tour can operate, so we recommend that you contact us by phone if you are a group of less than 6 persons.

  • €60 Per Person / €40 U 12 yrs / U 3yrs Free
  • 3 Hours
  • Max. 30
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Our ADVENTUREs

Your Marine Life Tour

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Local Wildlife

Dolphins are a regular sighting for us on the Marine Wildlife Tour, and their playful nature sometimes brings them right up to ride in the wake of the boat. Meanwhile, you’ll also be able to check out a charismatic bob of Atlantic Grey and common seals panned out on prominent rock formations along the coastline.

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Haul A Pot

We’ll cruise around to a spot where you can help us haul up a lobster pot and take a look at the different kinds of crustaceans inside (you can touch them too if you like!). Sustainability is a massively important consideration to us, and during the Marine Wildlife boat tour, we’ll be taking care to tread lightly on the ecosystems we visit. When we pull up the pot, we always ensure to release baby lobsters and females with eggs back into the water.

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Mackerel Fishing

You’ll also have the chance to try your hand at mackerel fishing. Bay fishing is a great way to spend the day with family or friends. Experience the thrill of catching your first ever fish or compete to catch the biggest one – you can even take home your supper!

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Bird Watching

Birdwatchers, rejoice! During this boat tour, you’re also likely to see oystercatchers, grey heron, guillemot, razorbill, little egret, gannet, great northern diver, fulmar, swan, cormorant, shag, manx shearwater and all the gulls.

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More important information about your tour.

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Your Boat

for the day

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Depending on your location and your group size, you will either cruise onboard the DeepStar or the Steran and Mor.

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Your Skipper

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Your Skipper for the Day – We like to mix things up so you could have either Brian, Darren or Niall as your skipper.

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Checklist

what to bring

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Make sure you come prepared for the adventure ahead by downloading our PDF checklist prior to your day on the bay.

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All charters are dependent on weather and fish catches and dolphin/whale sightings cannot be guaranteed. The Irish weather and Atlantic Ocean sea conditions can be unpredictable during the year, even in summer. Our Skipper will make their decision to sail based on many years of experience, always keeping in mind passenger safety and comfort. However, depending on wind direction and swell, it may be possible to go ahead with your charter within sheltered waters.

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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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Our adventures

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