What to do and see in Province of Connacht, Western Ireland: The Best Ferries

November 8, 2021 Flossie Demartino

Discover the best top things to do in Province of Connacht, Ireland including Inishbiggle Island Ferry Service, Clare Island Ferry, Clare Island Ferry Co., Inishbofin Ferry, Aran Island Ferries.
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1. Inishbiggle Island Ferry Service

Bullsmouth Slipway Dooniver, Inishbiggle Ireland +353 86 061 2482 [email protected] http://www.inishbiggleferry.com/
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5.0 based on 7 reviews

Inishbiggle Island Ferry Service

Reviewed By elizabethsZ6616DW

We were brought by the lovely Joe O'Malley over to Inishbiggle in his beautiful currach and it was like stepping into the world of an Ireland long forgotten. It is a beautiful tranquil place just a few minutes away from Achill in the boat but a world apart. Take some drinks and walking gear and wander the lanes with some inhabited farms and some forgotten in time. The boat trip was easy and lovely and Joe even took a detour on the way back to show us a seal "ag cru na greine" on a rock off Dugort. A fabulous experience for all the family - including the doggy!

2. Clare Island Ferry

Clare Island Marina Ireland +353 98 23737 [email protected] http://www.clareislandferry.com/
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4.5 based on 3 reviews

Clare Island Ferry

3. Clare Island Ferry Co.

Clare Island, Westport Ireland +353 98 23737 [email protected] http://www.clareislandferry.com/
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4.5 based on 98 reviews

Clare Island Ferry Co.

Official Ferry Company servicing Clare Island since 1880. Daily sailings all year around (weather permitting). Book online for reduced fares.

Reviewed By barm29 - Dublin, Ireland

Great trip to beautiful island. Staff on ferry are very friendly and professional. Everything ran smoothly and on time.

4. Inishbofin Ferry

Cleggan Co Galway, Inishbofin Ireland +353 86 171 8829 http://inishbofinislanddiscovery.com/
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4.5 based on 136 reviews

Inishbofin Ferry

Reviewed By Timcurrid - Wexford, Ireland

Excellent service, very helpful with bikes and luggage All masks worn by staff and passengers alike. Great value for an essential service.

5. Aran Island Ferries

Retail Unit 2 Ground Floor 37/39 Forster Street, Galway H91 FXA6 Ireland +353 91 568 903 [email protected] http://www.aranislandferries.com/
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4.5 based on 954 reviews

Aran Island Ferries

Prepare for a warm Irish welcome as you board the luxury Aran Island Ferries boat (including a full bar and refreshment service) from the sheltered fishing harbour of Rossaveel (Ros a’ Mhíl) in Connemara. Owned by the O’Briens, this family has an enduring relationship with the Aran Islands since they began to trade turf there in the 1900s. Along the way, feel the clean air against your face while admiring Galway Bay views. Once on the islands, enjoy a way of life including culture, heritage and language that is unlike anywhere in the world. Ireland’s largest domestic ferry company offers year-round sailings to all islands via five state-of-the-art vessels with a capacity of up to 400 passengers. Drive to the pier or enjoy the convenience of our shuttle bus service departing daily from Galway city.

Reviewed By SOAZgirl

I was offered a tour to the Aran Islands via the Aran Island Ferries as a supplement from my tour advisor. Since I have years of experience riding ferries ( former 40 year Seattle native) I was missing being out on the water. I had a terrific ride, found the constant reminders of "mind the door" so I wouldn't knock myself silly (I'm very tall, 6'2" ) and found the crew very helpful to passengers on boarding and disembarking, up and down the ramps, etc. Watching the coastlines and islands, seabirds, smelling the salt air, feeling the swells all felt very familiar and I was beyond happy that I had chosen this day trip. The Aran islands and our home to Dun Aengus was the icing on the cake of an enchanting day. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone enjoying sea trips and great historical experiences.

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