The 10 Boat Trips in Galway We Rate

1.Galway to Inisheer Aran Islands, Cliffs of Moher and Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,517 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $101Our pick

Review of Galway’s Inisheer and Cliffs of Moher day tour, with ferry rides, Burren scenery, guide tips, costs, timing, and practical advice.

“This trip was the highlight of our entire trip - so well done!!! The tour guide Phil was the best tour guide we ever had, anywhere! And everyone was right....if you want to see the cliffs, you need to see from the water. 100 percent correct!!! We also stopped at the top of the cliffs and if that was my only viewing of them I would have been disappointed. The trip to the island was also wonderful. Highly recommend doing the horse/carriage little tour. It's only 15 euro per person but gives you a little tour around the island and drops you at the pub for a little lunch. Overall…”

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2.Aran Islands and Cliffs of Moher Tour & Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,283 reviews · from $91

Review of Galway’s Aran Islands and Cliffs of Moher tour, including Inis Oirr, ferry views, lunch, timing, guides, and value.

“We had a great day on the bus, aran island cruise, cliffs of Moher tour. Dave was our tour guide and bus driver. He was personable and very knowledgeable about the area. We had a fabulous day and I would recommend everyone to book this great adventure/tour. Cheers!”

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3.Aran Islands & Cliffs of Moher Day Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,261 reviews · from $68

Sail from Galway to Inis Mór, explore Aran Island culture, then see the Cliffs of Moher from sea level on this full-day cruise.

“The crew on-board were awesome. Very watchful and observant. Their experience shows ! Great scenery on and around islands …”

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4.Aran Islands and Cliffs of Moher Day Cruise sailing from Galway City Docks

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 418 reviews · 8 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $72

Cruise from Galway to Inishmore, explore the Aran Islands, and see the Cliffs of Moher from the sea on this full-day ferry trip.

“Aran Island is beautiful. We went on a tour bus when we arrived and it was well worth it. The cliffs were spectacular from the cruise, although it was difficult to get pictures with so many people. It was a windy day so the waves were rolling and quite a few people were sick. If you get sea sick, choose wisely.”

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5.Small Group – Cliffs Cruise, Aran Islands AND Connemara in One Day from Galway

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 369 reviews · 8 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $151

See the Cliffs of Moher by boat, explore Inis Oirr, and cross Connemara on a lively small-group day trip from Galway.

“Outstanding experience of seeing the Cliffs from the boat. Absolutely enjoyed this tour and highly recommend it provided that the weather is in your favor.”

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6.County Galway Killary Fjord 1.5-Hour Sightseeing Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 337 reviews · from $31Best value

Cruise Ireland’s only fjord on the Connemara Lady, with sweeping views, onboard food, friendly crew, and a smooth 90-minute sail.

“Interesting, fun, relaxing,educational, good provision of food and drink, clean facilities, punctual.”

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7.Aran Island, Cliffs of Moher & Cruise tour from Galway. Guided.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 137 reviews · 1 day (approx.) · from $147

Review of Galway’s guided Aran Islands, Cliffs of Moher, and cruise tour, with itinerary, value, ferry tips, and practical advice.

“If you love raw nature this is the tour you must do! Stay is Gallway for the pub crawl and then take this full day trip to Mohr Cliffs and one of the Aran islands. If you have time stay overnight at Inis Mór for a full experience.”

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8.Lake cruise on Lough Corrib to Inchagoill Island & Cong village from Oughterard.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $75

Cruise Lough Corrib from Oughterard to Inchagoill Island, Ashford Castle, and Cong, with guided ruins, mountain views, and free time.

“One of the best trips we have taken. Paul and David were fantastic and though it rained most of the day, we had a blast. St Patrick's Island was so surreal. It was cold and rainy and some of us were prepared. Wish we could have seen more of Read more”

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9.Lough Corrib cruise from Ashford Castle or Lisloughrey pier. Mayo. Guided.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $58

Review of the guided Lough Corrib cruise from Ashford Castle or Lisloughrey Pier, with Inchagoill Island ruins, price, tips, and booking advice.

“Captain Patrick the skipper of the boat was quite a character, very knowledgeable about the history and very funny. The ruins on the island were really nice to visit and Patrick told us the history of the area, very interesting.”

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10.Lough Corrib History and Scenic Lake Cruise from Lisloughrey Pier Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4 reviews · from $35

Cruise Lough Corrib from Cong, hear Irish folklore, pass Ashford Castle, and enjoy a compact scenic outing with flexible cancellation.

“Fantastic trip- highly recommend! Patrick and family were engaging, informative and entertained us throughout.”

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