Innisfallen Island: Explore Scenic Views and Ancient History on Killarney Lakes

Discover Innisfallen Island’s ancient monastic ruins and stunning Killarney Lakes with Ross Castle Boat Tours. Enjoy humor-filled, intimate guided tours by third-generation boatman.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Innisfallen Island - An ancient monastic site located on a picturesque 21-acre island in the middle of Killarney’s largest lake, Lough Leane. Features historic ruins from the early 6th century and offers a lovely 25-minute walk around the island’s perimeter.
What's Included
  • Certified Guide
Additional Information

Charlie Fleming is the owner / operator of Ross Castle Boat Tours. He is a third generation boat man and provides all visitors with an intimate guided tour on the beautiful Lakes of Killarney. The use of humour and Irish ‘wit’ is a key component of the trip and ensures this is a truly unique experience. Innisfallen Island offers guests the opportunity to visit one of Ireland’s oldest monastic settlements while also enjoying the scenery of the Lakes of Killarney. Guests can request longer periods on the island and this will be facilitated where possible.

Location
Ross Castle
Ross Road
We are located on the pier which is located directly in front of Ross Castle.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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347aileenl
Jul 21, 2024
Excellent & highly recommend - The highlight of our trip to Killarney, we really enjoyed the commentary of the lakes, the Island. Absolutely loved walking around the island of Inisfallen and spotting the deer, a beautiful place. Thanks to Charlie and Jack.
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Reginaldr846
Jul 3, 2024
Under the radar but must do! - Totally worth it. The island was serene and saw tons of deer. What an amazing and spiritual experience. The guide was great!
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Heatherhx2110og
Jun 30, 2024
Better than expected! - One of my favorite parts of my visit!! Beautiful boat trip and Innisfallen was stunning. Happened upon a herd of red deer, including stag. It was very peaceful as we were the only ones there. Great stories and history shared during the boat trip. Absolutely recommend!
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Heather_h
Jun 29, 2024
Better than expected! - One of my favorite parts of my visit!! Beautiful boat trip and Inisfallen was stunning. Happened upon a herd of red deer, including stag. It was very peaceful as we were the only ones there. Great stories and history shared during the boat trip. Absolutely recommend!
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Erin_p
Jun 11, 2024
A stunning, peaceful excursion - The boat ride was smooth, and the island is gorgeous. Harry, our boats man and guide, was knowledgeable and very friendly.
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Laura
May 17, 2024
On a nice day, great way to spend a couple of hours! - A last minute decision to take a boat ride was the best part of our day! Departing from Ross Castle, Mike was so nice and gave us all kinds of information about the area during the trip. Went over to Innisfallen Island and he walked us around the monastery, sharing bits of history and taking our picture for us. Then back in the boat and he dropped us at Muckross House & Gardens, walking us up to be sure we found the entrance. Well worth the cost per person and on a nice day, the perfect way to spend a couple of hours. Highly recommend.
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Sean
May 12, 2024
Excellent Small boat tour of lough Leane - Very intimate tour in a small boat, the guide was very knowledgeable about the area and we had a brilliant conversation with him during the trip. You are left to tour the island on your own and it was a beautiful place, very relaxing to walk around the island
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Aoife_r
Apr 14, 2024
Brilliant - Our tour guide Mike was wonderful. Very friendly and informative. Would definitely do this again. Beautiful island and stoped with history.
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Grace_r
Oct 2, 2023
Book this experience!!! - Mike is a fantastic guide! He is so knowledgeable about the park and the island. We got to spend some extra time exploring as we were the only ones who booked that morning. It is so beautiful and especially watching the deer roam around. I cant recommend this highly enough!! If you are thinking about booking just do it! 10/10!
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Sharon
Sep 23, 2023
Personalized and informative tour with fabulous guide! - Michael was our tour guide and he was outstanding!! We went out early in the morning and even though we were the only two in the boat he still took us out. When we got to the island we were the only ones there - such a peaceful, serene and sacred experience. Thank you, Michael, for your kind and informative, tour. It was one of the highlights of our trip to Ireland.
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