Gap of Dunloe Day Tour: Explore Killarney National Park's Scenic Wonders
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136 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!
Duration: 5 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
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 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
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
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 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.

Customer Ratings
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(136 Ratings)
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Janine_p
Apr 4, 2024
Great activity! The bus... - Great activity! The bus took us right to the start and would recommend a jaunting ride! The ponymen are very friendly and knowledgeable about the area. The boat ride was great through the lakes. The boatman brought the national park to life with stories of when he was young, history of the area, and some tales of leprechauns and monsters. We were brought to an island to walk through ruins of a 12th century church and then ended at Ross Castle. Very good experience, would recommend to anyone visiting the area.
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Sacajaguido
Mar 27, 2024
Jaw Dropping Sights! - Beautiful experience and everyone was very knowledgeable and welcoming throughout the tour. The boat ride back to Ross Castle was a must!
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Lynn833
Oct 29, 2023
Tour of the Gap of Dunloe - We do not typically. Ok tours but to see the Gap of Dunloe it seemed to make the most sense. We booked with Deross tours in Killarney and it was the perfect choice. They provided the transportation to Ross Castle where we got on the 8 passenger motor boat to cross the Lakes of Killarney. Then a stop for a bite at Lord Byron’s Cottage after which we chose to take A Jaunting cart through the Gap of Dunloe.. amazing beauty surrounded us. The jaunting cart went to Kate’s Cottage where we had transportation back to Killarney. It was a perfect day!
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Jon_a
Oct 14, 2023
Excellent day! - Beautiful jaunting tour over the Gap of Dunloe. Wonderful funny guide for the boat trip through the lakes. Great day!
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Marnie
Oct 11, 2023
Gap of Dunloe - Extraordinary trip. Wagon trail and boat ride had spectacular scenery, and we enjoyed the modes of transport. Highly recommended!
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Kathleen_n
Oct 5, 2023
Gap of Dunloe in October - Beautiful countryside and wonderful Irish people. It’s a long walk in the wind if traveling in off weather, take the ponies!
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21gayles
Sep 26, 2023
Would have liked a little more. - The jaunting cart and boat ride was nice. Wanted to see inside of Ross castle, as I have an OPW pass, but had to use a tour guide and timing was off in order to take the bus back into town.
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Denise_a
Sep 22, 2023
Crazy beautiful - The views, the views and MORE views. This was a last minute decision and I’m so glad we did it. The walk was beautiful but takes a lot longer then the driver said. We are in good physical condition and the 11km took us 2h40m, stopping for pictures. We didn’t have time for lunch because had to board the boat. Boat ride was amazing and our guide was hilarious😂
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Michael_h
Sep 19, 2023
Fantastic - This is an amazing experience, must take carriage ride and boat ride was fantastic. Be prepared for potential rain in the lake. But still one of the best trips.
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Jeffrey_h
Apr 11, 2024
Bad weather, great time - Great scenery and very knowledgeable guides on land and water. Would have been better with only 4 in cart instead of 5.
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