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Gap of Dunloe Day Tour: Explore Killarney National Park's Scenic Wonders
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164 Ratings
Killarney
Embark on an amazing adventure tour to explore the scenic wonders of Killarney National Park, including the breathtaking Gap of Dunloe. Choose between a walking or horse-drawn carriage tour, and enjoy a boat ride through the stunning Lakes of Killarney. Book now!
Embark on an amazing adventure tour to explore the scenic wonders of Killarney National Park, including the breathtaking Gap of Dunloe. Choose between a walking or horse-drawn carriage tour, and enjoy a boat ride through the stunning Lakes of Killarney. Book now!
Duration:
5 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Gap of Dunloe - Considering a walking, rambling or hiking tour along with a fantastic boat ride through the Lakes of Killarney among spectacular scenery? Look no further than a Deros tour to the Gap of Dunloe (from Irish: Dún Lóich, meaning “Lóich’s stronghold”, otherwise known as Bearna an Choimín meaning “gap of the common-land”). The Gap is a…
- Gap of Dunloe - Considering a walking, rambling or hiking tour along with a fantastic boat ride through the Lakes of Killarney among spectacular scenery? Look no further than a Deros tour to the Gap of Dunloe (from Irish: Dún Lóich, meaning “Lóich’s stronghold”, otherwise known as Bearna an Choimín meaning “gap of the common-land”). The Gap is a narrow mountain pass between Macgillycuddy’s Reeks (west) and Purple Mountain (east) of just under seven miles long and your hike takes approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes. There are daily tours to this magnificent landscape leaving from our office in the centre of Killarney daily at 10.30am
What's Included
- Unique Bus and Boat trip combo
- Professional driver/guide included
- Complimentary car park at Ross Castle with 24-hour notice
- Convenient transport to and from Kate Kearney’s Cottage
- Unique Bus and Boat trip combo
- Professional driver/guide included
- Complimentary car park at Ross Castle with 24-hour notice
- Convenient transport to and from Kate Kearney’s Cottage
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Jaunting Cart Ride ( EUR 35.00 pp cash only) 4 pax per Carriage can also be hired privately
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Jaunting Cart Ride ( EUR 35.00 pp cash only) 4 pax per Carriage can also be hired privately
Additional Information
Exceptional and premier excursion to Killarney National Park.
Considering a walk, stroll or trek tour? The Gap of Dunloe is the perfect choice, spanning 7 miles (11 kilometers) and taking roughly 2 hrs 30 minutes.
For those who prefer not to walk or trek, a traditional Irish Jaunting Carriage (horse and carriage) is available as an alternative to…
Exceptional and premier excursion to Killarney National Park.
Considering a walk, stroll or trek tour? The Gap of Dunloe is the perfect choice, spanning 7 miles (11 kilometers) and taking roughly 2 hrs 30 minutes.
For those who prefer not to walk or trek, a traditional Irish Jaunting Carriage (horse and carriage) is available as an alternative to travel through the Gap of Dunloe. Additional charges are E 35 per person for the Horse Carriages, payable directly.
Boats will be available to guide visitors through the spectacular three Lakes of Killarney, ending at Ross Castle.
An outstanding exploration tour.
- Jaunting Carriages are paid directly at Kate Kearneys Cottage at a cost of E 35 pp (cash only).There are 4 passengers in each carriage
- Carriages may be hired privately and the total cost would be E 140 per carriage.There is no pre booking for carriages as the booking may be made on arrival at Kate Kearneys Cottage.
- There is not enough time to visit Ross Castle before returning to Killarney but visitors may stay at Ross Castle and enjoy a lesisurely walk to Killarney through the National Park (30 to 40 minutes).
- Tours of the Castle takes 1 hour.Pre booking is advisable and can be done by phoning 353 64 6635851 or visit [email protected]
- There is free car parking at Ross Castle where the tour terminates and we can certainly collect customers at Ross Castle at 10am but prior notice has to be given by telephoning 00353 64 6631251 the previous evening.
Location
22 Main St
Main Street
Our office is beside St Marys Church of Ireland on Main Street.
Please be at the Office no later than 10.15am
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.6
(164 Ratings)
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Angela_k
Oct 15, 2024
Majestic experience! - This was an incredible day!!! The boat ride through the gap was exhilarating. We loved Dermott our long time Killarney resident and captain. He gave us tremendous insight into this gem of a national park. After the boat ride we purchased a delicious rustic lunch of soup and sandwiches then headed back on a jaunty. The time with Con and the horse will never be forgotten. Absolutely majestic ride around the mountains to get back to the starting point. Rain and wind made it even more memorable because we were dressed for it and ready!
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Rita
Sep 30, 2024
Gap of Dunloe Tour - 7 mile hike was great, good accommodation for lunch. Boat ride was wavy due to weather but guide handled well with plenty of laughter
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Shea_c
Sep 20, 2024
Great hiking experience and boat ride! - Amazing views! We walked the trail (instead of doing the cart ride) which was tiring but doable and worth it so you can stop and enjoy every minute. Average walking pace up hill was about 27 minutes but we made up for it downhill at 22 minutes. Started at 10:30 when the coach dropped us off and was able to make the last boat out. Have to get back by 2pm to get the last boats or the driver said you will be stranded. The boat ride is well worth the price of admission, fantastic experience and would definitely recommend.
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Kevin
Sep 16, 2024
What we wished we knew beforehand AND during the pandemic experience - We started at Ross Castle with 5 other couples in a small open boat. This was fun and adventuresome. It was a little cold with a storm looming. We went around a lake, under a bridge and up a river. We got to a dock and thought we were done and were asked to do a small hike. No one in the group had a clue what we were doing. They couldn’t get the boat up the river with all of us in it so we did a hike to meet back up. We were 1/2 way!😂 The boat ride was 1 1/2 hours.
We got to the gap and my wife and I were going to walk the whole way. Mike talked us into riding the jaunting cart 1/2 way. So glad we did. The storm hit and it would have been miserable. I’m glad we didn’t bike it is a pretty steep hill up and down. Mike and his horse Crazy Tom were incredible, we laughed and joked the whole way. We didn’t stop 1/2 way but walked last 15 minutes.
We ate a good lunch at Kate’s. We LOVED all we learned from Mike. Had a great time. Just wished we would have known more what to expect.
The people who took the bus first were wet and cold and had to take the boat back. We were glad we did the boat first. Just dress accordingly and enjoy whatever comes your way
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Maryanneo990
Aug 28, 2024
Beautiful Gap of Dunloe scenery - Spectacular views and we chose the walking 11 km option but it was good to know there were the jaunting carts option for those who chose not to walk. The destination was Lord Brandon's cottage after walking through the Gap of Dunloe. Fully recommend. Thank you Dermott for driving our boat back to Ross Castle. Cheers
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Jos_c
Aug 21, 2024
Really Nice trip - Everything was perfect, boat was my favorite, and loved horse tour.
The best way to visit this jewel.
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Kara_k
Aug 18, 2024
Best tour of Ireland - The hike through gap had breathtaking sites and views. The lunch after the hike you will need cash for and it is good. The boat ride through the three lakes was fabulous and a unique experience. Rory was our guide and he shared so much interesting information about the history and nature of the lakes and Killarney. The views from the lake are really special. It was definitely the best tour we did as a family during our week long trip to Ireland. I highly recommend it.
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Michael_m
Aug 17, 2024
Day trip - Loved the jaunting carts and boat trip. So many great stories especially on the boat!! What a great way to spend a day
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Monicado1245ap
Oct 11, 2024
Trip good. Food terrible - Very good tour trip back on boat was super. Guide cathal very informative and good humoured. Stop at lunchtime at Lord Brandon's. Food appalling! Sandwiches in plastic. Packet soup full off salt. Bathroom really dirty hairs in sink
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David_i
Oct 8, 2024
Just a taxi ride. - We arrived at the location for the transport and the gentleman would not let us use the bathroom before we left. He told us it’s only a 20 minute ride. He didn’t say anything on the ride over about what we were driving by or what we would do when we got there. He dropped us off and left. He came back and did not bring us back to the spot where we left. He literally stopped and dropped us across from a gas station and said, “It’s a five minute walk back that way”.
This was nothing more than a ride to the Gap. Our boat tickets were included.
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