Ireland · Water Adventure

Kayaking to Innisfallen Island. Killarney. Guided.

3 Hours Round trip from Killarney Moderate pace
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The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Guided 3-hour kayaking adventure from Ross Castle
  • 02 Paddle across the lakes of Killarney to Innisfallen Island
  • 03 Explore the ruins of a 6th-century abbey
  • 04 Take in mountain views, ancient woodlands, and clear lake waters
  • 05 Look out for wildlife including wild Sika deer
  • 06 Wetsuit, buoyancy aid, and kayak equipment included

Paddle across the lakes of Killarney on a guided kayaking adventure to Innisfallen Island, surrounded by mountain scenery, ancient woodlands, and clear waters. This 3-hour experience combines time on the lake with a visit to the island’s 6th-century abbey ruins and a chance to discover the area’s natural and historic character.

Starting from Ross Castle, you’ll kayak out with a professional guide, explore Innisfallen Island, and return to shore with unforgettable views along the way. Wetsuit, buoyancy aid, and kayak equipment are included, and the tour is available in English, with French on request.

Paddle across the lakes of Killarney on a guided kayaking adventure to Innisfallen Island, surrounded by mountain scenery, ancient woodlands, and clear waters.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Killarney, Innisfallen
Languages English, French

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

08:45 AM Meet your guide at Ross Castle car park and gear up (Please arrive 15 minutes before tour departure time).

09:00 AM Start kayaking to Innisfallen Island.

12:00 PM: Arrive back at Ross Castle car park.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Killarney 2 cities · 3 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Professional and experienced guide
  • Wetsuit & buoyancy aid
  • Kayak equipment (Double sit on top kayaks)

What's Not Included

  • FOOD AND DRINKS
  • TIP OR GRATUITY

Know before you go

Please advise guide on any and all medical details/conditions before taking part in the activity.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Killarney, IE
Tour start
Killarney, IE
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 hours finish where they began, in Killarney.

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