Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.0.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Bantry Bay Charters Explore the waters with guided boat tours from Bantry Bay Charters ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [News](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/news/) - [Brian O’Rourke](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/brian-orourke/) - Brian is owner and Skipper at Bantry Bay Charters. He grew up near the water in West Cork getting involved in recreational sailing at a young age. - [Darren O’Sullivan](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/darren-osullivan/) - Darren is from from Glengarriff Co. Cork I’m a Fully qualified charter boat skipper and PowerBoat instructor. - [Niall O’Donavan](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/niall-odonavan/) - Niall is from Durrus, West Cork with a passenger boat licence with category A commercial endorsement along with being a powerboat instructor. - [Glengarriff’s White Tailed Sea Eagles](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/glengarriffs-white-tailed-sea-eagles/) - A story loved by our passengers, locals and bird lovers alike. Now, speculation is high, as to whether or not there’s an egg to hatch in 2022. - [Glengarriff Pier](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/glengarriff-pier/) - Book your boat tour from Glengarriff Pier Pier with Bantry Bay Charters in West Cork. - [Bantry Railway Pier](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/bantry-railway-pier/) - Book your boat tour from Bantry Railway Pier with Bantry Bay Charters. - [Mackerel](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/mackerel/) - [Pollock](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/pollock/) - [Cod](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/cod/) - [Bull Huss](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/bull-huss/) - [Ling](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/ling/) - [Ballan Wrasse](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/ballan-wrasse/) - [Common Dab](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/common-dab/) - [Cuckoo Wrasse](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/cuckoo-wrasse/) - [Thornback Ray](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/thornback-ray-2/) - [Spur Dog](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/spur-dog/) ## Pages - [Home](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/) - Explore the waters with guided boat and fishing tours from Bantry Bay Charters. Discover the beauty of West Cork in the south of Ireland. - [Private Charter](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/groups-individuals-adventures/customised-day-on-the-bay/) - Cruise down the bay, while hopefully sighting dolphins and whales. There are many great spots to anchor up for a swim or a snorkel with a customised boat tour. - [Family Private Charter](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/family-adventures/family-customised-day-on-the-bay/) - This is the ultimate activity for the family. Whether you want to spend the whole day fishing, cruising the bay, or Island hopping, it's entirely up to you! - [Marine Wildlife Tour](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/groups-individuals-adventures/marine-wildlife-tour/) - Explore marine wildlife in a boat tour for groups in Bantry Bay. The prefect activity if you're looking for what to do in West Cork,. - [Family Marine Wildlife Tours](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/family-adventures/family-marine-wildlife-tours/) - Explore marine life family activities in Bantry Bay. Dolphin watching, mackerel fishing, bird watching and a host of top things to do in West Cork - [Sea Angling Bookings](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/buy-tickets/sea-angling-bookings/) - Book a Sea Angling Tour in West Cork with Bantry Bay Charters. Charter a boat for a full-day, half-day and evening. - [Private Charter Bookings](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/buy-tickets/customised-day-on-the-bay-bookings/) - Book your Customised Day on the Bay with Bantry Bay charters and boat tours. Spend a whole day fishing, cruising down the bay, or Island hopping. - [Adventures](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/all-adventures/) - Choose from a thrilling range of things to do and adventures in West Cork, including Marine Wildlife Boat Tours, Sea Angling, Scuba Diving and School - [Marine Wildlife Tour Bookings](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/buy-tickets/marine-wildlife-tour-bookings/) - Book your Marine Wildlife Boat Tour with Bantry Bay charters, one of the most unique things to do in West Cork for families and groups. - [Groups & Individuals Adventures](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/groups-individuals-adventures/) - Whether it's scuba diving, sea angling, mackerel fishing, or a private boat trip our individual and group tours adventures have all the options you need. - [Family Adventures](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/family-adventures/) - Whisk your whole gang off on an unforgettable adventure in West Cork with our family boat tours of Bantry Bay. Featuring fishing trips and scuba diving. - [Sea Angling](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/groups-individuals-adventures/sea-angling/) - Sea angling in Bantry Bay is a great way for you to relax and an even better way to see the spectacular south coast and the surrounding islands - [Our Local Area](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/plan-your-trip/our-local-area/) - Find out where to stay and things to do and see in the local area of Bantry Bay in West Cork along the Wild Atlantic way. - [School Tours](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/groups-individuals-adventures/school-tours/) - Our unique and thrilling school tours feature a 2 hour trip where the children will learn about the ecology of the marine habitats of Bantry Bay. - [Contact](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/contact/) - Contact Bantry Bay Charters for boat tours, sea angling and scuba diving. Discover the beauty of West Cork from a fresh perspective. - [Our Boats](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/our-boats/) - Our boats have been selected to provide a safe and comfortable experience, with open and unrestricted views on all our boat tours of Bantry Bay. - [Deep Star](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/our-boats/deep-star/) - “Deep Star” is a 33’ Aqua Star vessel, with a P3 Licence. Skippers include Brian O’Rourke, Darren O’Sullivan and Niall O’Donovan - [Scuba Diving](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/groups-individuals-adventures/scuba-diving/) - If you are looking for an extraordinary experience then scuba diving is for you. Suitable for beginners under the direct supervision of PADI Professionals. - [Family Scuba Diving](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/family-adventures/family-scuba-diving/) - Snorkel and scuba dive under direct supervision in West Cork. For those with no experience with scuba diving, but would like to explore the underwater world - [Family Marine Wildlife Tours copy](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/family-adventures/family-marine-wildlife-tours-2/) - Explore marine life family activities in Bantry Bay. Dolphin watching, mackerel fishing, bird watching and a host of top things to do in West Cork - [About Us](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/about-us/) - Launched in 2020 we offer top quality boat tours on Bantry Bay in West Cork, to families, groups, couples, and individuals. Owned and run by Brian and Sharon O’Rourke - [Puffin](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/our-boats/puffin/) - “Puffin” is a 31’ Mitchell, known for their sea keeping capabilities, with a P5 Licence (30 miles from Port, 12 Miles from land), for 12 passengers and 2 crew. - [Steren an Mor](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/our-boats/steren-an-mor/) - “Steren an Mor” is a 40’ ex Cornish built fishing boat converted to a passenger boat, with a Class 5 Licence for 40 people in smooth waters. - [Mackerel Fishing Bookings](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/buy-tickets/mackerel-fishing-bookings/) - Book Your Mackerel Fishing Tour with Bantry Bay Charters. This boat trip is great for families and beginners alike, with full instructions. - [Sunset Tour Bookings](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/buy-tickets/sunset-tour-bookings/) - Book a Sunset Tour, one of the top things to do in West Cork with Bantry Bay boat tours and charters. - [Sunset Tour Bookings copy](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/buy-tickets/sunset-tour-bookings-test/) - Book a Sunset Tour, one of the top things to do in West Cork with Bantry Bay boat tours and charters. - [Thank You](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/thank-you/) - Launched in 2020 we offer top quality boat tours on Bantry Bay in West Cork, to families, groups, couples, and individuals. Owned and run by Brian and Sharon O’Rourke - [Checkout](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/checkout/) - [Marine Wildlife Tour](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/buy-tickets/marine-wildlife-tour-bookings-2/) - Book your Marine Wildlife Boat Tour with Bantry Bay charters, one of the most unique things to do in West Cork for families and groups. - [Sunset Tour](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/groups-individuals-adventures/sunset-tour/) - Love a good sunset? This tour is a fantastic way to see the South West coast and watch the sun go down over the Beara Peninsula. - [Family Mackerel Fishing](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/family-adventures/family-mackerel-fishing/) - This boat trip is great activity for families beginners. Mackerel fishing is a great way to introduce all the family, including your children to sea fishing. - [History of the Bay](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/history-of-the-bay/) - Explore the rich history of Bantry Bay and it’sintricate connections from the Irish - French Rebellion to glamour star Maureen O’Hara. - [Adventures copy](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/all-adventures-2/) - Choose from a thrilling range of things to do and adventures in West Cork, including Marine Wildlife Boat Tours, Sea Angling, Scuba Diving and School - [Scuba Diving Bookings](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/buy-tickets/scuba-diving-bookings/) - Book your Scuba Diving adventure with Bantry Bay Charters, one of the most thrilling things to do in West Cork. - [Cookie Policy (EU)](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/cookie-policy-eu/) - This Cookie Policy was last updated on August 31, 2022 and applies to citizens and legal permanent residents of the European Economic Area and Switzerland. - [Plan Your trip](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/plan-your-trip/) - Welcome to West Cork! We hope your stay, whether you’re here on a day trip, long weekend or extended holiday is everything you dreamed of. - [Website Accessibility](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/website-accessibility/) - [Frequently Asked Questions](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/plan-your-trip/frequently-asked-questions/) - Find out the answers to our most frequently asked questions about our boat tours places to visit in Bantry Bay in West Cork, part of the Wild Atlantic Way. - [Getting Here & Accessibility](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/plan-your-trip/getting-here-accessibility/) - Our Charter Boat Tours depart from either Glengarriff Pier or Bantry Railway Pier. Make sure to book from the correct location at the booking stage. - [Whiddy Island](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/history-of-the-bay/whiddy-island/) - Whiddy Island situated at the head of Bantry Bay, and one of the most interesting places to visit in Cork. The island is around 5.5km long and 1.6km wide. - [The Battle of Bantry](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/history-of-the-bay/the-battle-of-bantry/) - The Battle of Bantry took place on the 11th May 1689. This was a Naval battle between the Kingdom of France and the Kingdom of England. - [Single Point Mooring](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/history-of-the-bay/single-point-mooring/) - Single Point Mooring in Bantry Bay. The tanker which needs loading or unloading will moor on a buoy that is near the SPM. - [Maureen O’Hara](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/history-of-the-bay/maureen-ohara/) - Maureen O’Hara is a famous Irish actress, best known for her roles in ‘The Quiet Man’, ‘The Parent Trap’ and ‘Miracle on 34th street’ among many others. - [Glengarriff Castle](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/history-of-the-bay/glengarriff-castle/) - Glengarriff Castle is definitely one of the best places to visit in Cork, ireland. It was built in the Gothic style, with a panoramic view of Glengarriff harbour - [Garnish Island](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/history-of-the-bay/garnish-island/) - Garnish Island in Bantry Bay is one of the most unique places to visit in West Cork.. It features a Martello Tower and beautiful gardens - [1798 Irish - French Rebellion](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/history-of-the-bay/1798-irish-french-rebellion/) - The history of the 1798 Irish - French Rebellion led by Wolfe Tone and General Lazare Hoche. A statue of Theobald Wolfe Tone was placed in Bantry in 2000 - [Eccles Hotel](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/history-of-the-bay/eccles-hotel/) - The Eccles hotel and spa is a beautiful 4* Hotel situated in West Cork. The hotel overlooks Glengarriff harbour, Bantry Bay along the Wild Atlantic Way - [1796 French Armada](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/history-of-the-bay/1796-french-armada/) - The French Armada expedition to Ireland was an unsuccessful attempt by the First French Republic during one of the stormiest winters of the 18th century ## Products - [Marine Wildlife Tour (Bantry Railway Pier)](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/product/marine-wildlife-tour-with-fishing-bantry-railway-pier/) - [Private Charter (Glengarriff Pier)](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/product/customised-day-on-the-bay-glengarriff-pier/) - [Discover Scuba Diving](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/product/discover-scuba-diving/) - [Marine Wildlife Tour (Glengarriff Pier)](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/product/marine-wildlife-tour/) - [Private Charter (Bantry Railway Pier)](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/product/customised-day-on-the-bay-bantry-railway-pier/) - [Sea Angling (Bantry Railway Pier)](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/product/sea-angling-bantry-railway-pier/) - [Sea Angling (Glengarriff Pier)](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/product/sea-angling-glengarriff-pier/) ## Categories - [The Crew](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/category/the-crew/) - [News](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/category/news/) - [Adventures](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/category/adventures/) - [Piers](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/category/piers/) - [Typical Catch](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/category/typical-catch/) ## Product categories - [Bantry Railway Pier](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/products/bantry-railway-pier/) - [Glengarriff Pier](https://bantrybaycharters.ie/products/glengarriff-pier/)