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Walk & Whiskey Tour on Whiddy Island
Business Contact Details
Sheep’s Head & Bantry Tourism Co-operative, Bridge House, Kealkill, Co. Cork
T +353 (0) 86 3030991
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GPS 51° 41’ 59.99” N -9° 29’ 59.99”W
Business Contact Siobhán Burke
Experience Description
Get a real taste of Ireland on a walk and whiskey tour of Whiddy Island.
Take the short ferry trip from historic Bantry, and islander Tim O’Leary will
share the secrets of theWest Cork island’s past. On your guided walk, you’ll
encounter traces left by previous generations, from Martello towers to the
old schoolhouse. Then head toWhiddy’s Bank House pub to sample the
distinctive flavours of Ireland’s exciting new single malt, single cask whiskeys.
Guided walking tour is available in English and Irish. The whiskey tour element
is available in English only, but the guide here has conversational German and
Italian.
Duration 4 hr 15 mins, inc. ferry journey
Pricing
€35pp. Min. 8 – Max 35. All bookings require advance booking.
Tour Operator Rate Yes
FIT Rate Yes
Ad Hoc Group Rate Yes
Tour Series Rates Yes
Group Booking/B2B Rates Contact As above
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Opening Details & Refreshments
1400-1800hrs
The tour is available year-round, but may be cancelled if exceptional
circumstances lead to ferry cancellation, in which case alternative activities
and a new location for the whiskey tour can be arranged on the mainland.
Small locally-produced snacks are available as part of the experience.
Parking, Access/Ability & Special Requirements
Coach parking available in Bantry. Raingear and walking shoes required.
Good level of fitness will be necessary. Minimum age 18.
Public Transport
Bus Éireann –
Nearest Airport
Cork Airport – 1 hr 20 mins
Nearest Accommodation Hub
Bantry (10 mins)
Other Experiences Nearby
Bantry House (4 mins)
Bantry Bay Pony Trekking (10 mins)
Amphibious Boat Tour with
Valentia Harbour Tours
Business Contact Details
Valentia Harbour Tours, Thar An Uisce, Castlequin, Cahersiveen, Co Kerry
T +353 (0) 87 2854859
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GPS 51.947942 -10.23399
Business Contact Tommy O Connell
Experience Description
The Valentia Harbour tour experience starts with a walk with Tommy the boat
owner who farms sheep on Valentia Island and whose grandfather lived on
the island. Listen to the island stories, environment and the rich archaeology
of the island. Climb aboard an exciting 48 passenger Amphibious Boat with
Wheels and enjoy a tour of the harbour. Island Hop on Valentia Island and
land on uninhabited peaceful Begnis Island in sheltered Valentia Harbour.
Guided in English only. It is possible to book German and Spanish speaking
guides if booked in advance.
Duration 1 hr
Pricing
Adult – €15
Child – €12
Advance booking advised.
Tour Operator Rate Yes
FIT Rate Yes
Ad Hoc Group Rate Yes
Tour Series Rates Yes
Group Booking Contact As above
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Opening Details & Refreshments
1100-1700hrs Monday-Saturday. May-September
Subject toWeather Conditions. Valentia Harbour is sheltered but will
not operate in near gale-force conditions. Amphibious boat is weather
independent.
Refreshments available in Cahersiveen and Knightstown, Valentia Island.
Parking, Access/Ability & Special Requirements
Large car park at Marina Cahersiveen suitable for coaches and cars.
Moderate mobility required.
Boat experience is wheelchair friendly. No fitness required except
in optional walk.
Public Transport
Bus Éireann –
Nearest Airport
Cork Airport – 2 hrs 40 mins
Nearest Accommodation Hub
Cahersiveen (22 mins)
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