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: 24 hours
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…

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.

Customer Ratings
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Storyteller781854
Oct 6, 2024
Perfect Lake Experience - Been to the Killarney area many times and found this while looking for something different to do with the family. What a great time. Pretty boat ride to Innisfallen then the loop walk around the island. Saw the deer that live on the island and the ruins. The boat captain was great and funny!
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Carlinda_s
Aug 31, 2024
Wonderful boat tour - We really enjoyed the trip to Innisfallen Island. Charlie, our boat captain, was very knowledgeable about Ross Castle, Killarney Lakes and of course Innisfallen. It was enjoyable to talk and ask questions of him. We had a beautiful walk around the island too.
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580conorl
Aug 11, 2024
Amazing evening trip to Innisfallen island - Had an amazing boat tour from Ross castle out to Innisfallen island last Monday evening. First of all the views are spectacular, and the island itself is beautiful, so peaceful and the fact we did the tour later in the evening we actually had the whole island to ourselves which was a nice surprise. We got the chance to explore the island and came across the many deer as we walked through the old ruins of the monastery and church. Mike was a fantastic guide, he told us lots of stories about Ross castle and Innisfallen island on the boat journey, and he even took lots of photos of us which we really appreciated. He also gave us lots of time on the island and we didn't feel under pressure or rushed in any way. It was the coolest thing we did in Killarney. I couldn't recommend Mike and his tour company enough, 10/10
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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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