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Dunquin Pier to the Great Blasket Islands

Blasket Ferry & Island Tours

Welcome to Blasket Ferry & Island Tours. We provide a ferry service from  Dunquin Pier to The Great Blasket Islands.

We run 3 daily trips from Dunquin Pier to the Blaskets, weather permitting.

Explore the Great Blasket Islands

Welcome to Blasket Ferry & Island Tours. Travel with us and explore the Great Blasket Islands. Our purpose built Ferry, La Gem, was built with the safety and comfort of our passengers as paramount.

Dunquin Pier to Blasket Islands

• Depart: 11:00 AM
• Return: 14:30 PM
• Depart: 12:00 PM
• Return: 15:30 PM
• Depart: 13:00 PM
• Return: 16:30 PM

La Gem is a custom built, fully licensed vessel. It can carry 12 passengers and 2 crew members. It was built by Murphy Marine Services in Valentia with the safety and comfort of our customers as paramount. The skipper is fully qualified and has an experienced deckhand with unsurpassed knowledge of the Blaskets.

Dunquin Pier to The Blasket:

We provide three ferry services a day from Dunquin Pier: For people who would like 3.5 hrs exploring the Great Blasket Islands our ferry departs Dunquin Pier at 11.00 a.m 12.00 p.m and 1.00 p.m and returns at 2.30 p.m 3.30 p.m and 4.30 p.m. The cost of this ferry service is €40 p.p

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“Lovely comfortable ferry trip from the beautiful Dunquin Pier to the Blaskets “

“Nice comfortable boat for the journey to the Blaskets.”

“Great to see so many seals from the boat”

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Blasket Island Ferries

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A magical trip to The Blasket Island

SEASON 2024 

9th MAY to 22nd of SEPTEMBER

Relax and soak in the breathtaking views of the most westerly lands in Europe while listening to the calls of the huge number of breeding seabirds such as Puffins, Fulmars, Guillemots, Storm Petrels and Shearwaters. The island is also home to one of the largest Grey Seal colonies in Ireland. Come and enjoy this remote and unspoiled beauty firsthand and we promise you an experience never to be forgotten. The O.P.W offer free guided walking tours around the island village at 11:30am  12:30pm 1:30pm lasting approx 45 minutes.

Ferry Trips from Cé Dhún Chaoin/ Dunquin Pier to

An Blascaod Mór/The Great Blasket Island:

    Trip               Return

 9:50 am           2:15pm

      10:50 am          3:15pm      

11:50am          4:15pm

12:50pm          5:15pm

There are set return times for each trip due to limited seating onboard.  Ticket collection for prebooked seats can be made up to 15 minutes before departure from our blue office at the top of Dunquin Pier. Street parking available at no charge.

A quick 20 minute crossing and visitors get to enjoy approx 3hrs 45mins on the island.  To book your seats please call or email us with your preferred date/departure time and phone number. No need for payment until the day as our service is weather permitting. We will get in touch the evening before your trip to confirm your booking, once we get the latest updates for sea and weather conditions.

*** For those interested in 'Wild Camping ' on The Great Blasket Island, departure times from Dunquin Pier are 2:30pm and 3:30pm and pick up the following day at 10:05am or 11:05am. A fresh water source is available at the island village.  To book your seats, call or email us to check availability for your preferred date/time. 

Please note that the toilet facilities have reopened on the island. We advise bringing  a packed lunch, bottled water, insect repellent, light rain gear (just in case!) and wearing comfortable walking/hiking shoes with good grip. Flipflops and slip-on shoes are not suitable for the trip! 

IMPORTANT INFO!

This trip is not suitable for anyone with mobility/joint issues or for those with heart conditions/recent surgeries. You must be sure of your footing as the pathway down to Dunquin Pier is quite steep, along with  parts of the island terrain which can also be uneven in places. After reaching the island, passengers are required to transfer from the Lady Avalon to an 8 passenge r rib to access the shallower waters at the island slip way and when the tide is low at Dunquin Pier passengers are transported by rib to the ferry which is moored close by.

The ferry trip is suitable for adults and children 7 years of age and above.

A Little About Us

All vessels operated by Blasket Island Ferries are inspected annually by marine surveyors of the Irish Department of Marine. We are a family owned business and operate a passenger ferry 'Lady Avalon' from Cé Dhún Chaoin/Dunquin Pier to An Blascaod Mór/The Great Blasket Island. Over the last thirty years, more than 80% of passengers landing on the island travelled with Blasket Island Ferries.  Our passenger vessel operating from Dunquin Pier to The Great Blasket Island was purpose designed and built as an inshore Island ferry and boasts a comprehensive intergrated electronic navigation package.   

R    * Trip is suitable for adults and children 7 years of age and above.

*Please note that after reaching the island, visitors are transferred from our ferry Lady Avalon to a smaller 8 passenger rib to access the shallower waters of the island slipway.

*As the island terrain is steep and uneven in places we advise that this trip is not suitable for those with heart conditions and/or mobility issues.

     €40 per A dult

 € 30 per Child

Booking is advised!

Ferry service is weather permitting.  

Hourly ferry trips from 9.50am every day (Weather permitting) times may vary due to demand. we strongly advise to email ahead of time to reserve your seats!

Season 2024 runs from 9th May to 22nd September

Suitable for those interested in hiking, walking,birdwatching and nature lovers.

Lots of tracks and trails to follow on the island and a beautiful white sandy beach called An Tra Ban/The White Strand, which is home to one of Ireland's largest Grey Seal colonies. We kindly ask all island visitors to stay a minimum of 50 metres away from the seals. This ensures that they will stay on the beach, undisturbed, so everyone can enjoy seeing them.                 

Testimonials and Reviews

Grabbed the ferry from Dunquin Pier in May with my friends, had an absolutely amazing time! Crew were very friendly and they took great care of us. The island itself was beautiful, very peaceful and we saw hundreds of grey seals up on the beach. Took a guided walking tour around the little island village which was great fun and free! Definitely going back to visit again. Great trip!

Sarah Kenny

I had amazing weekend one of the best in my life and I will remember it for a long time. What a place everyone should visit this beautiful island because words and pictures cant describe atmosphere of Blasket Island. So happy that I had chance to spend time in this little heaven thank you guys for made our trip on the boat more exciting by letting us go to the front of the boat - I did love it!!!

Kasia Katarzyna  

Many thanks to Blasket Island Ferries for a wonderful trip. The staff were helpful and friendly. Booking was very simple especially as contact could be made through FB. I'll definitely make a trip again.

Katherine Ross

Took a boat trip with Blasket Island Ferries with my husband and we had an absolute blast. Very easy to make a booking through Facebook and we were kept updated on weather conditions. Amazing scenery and we did a hike around the first peak on the island. Definitely recommending this trip to all my friends!

Emma  Flaherty

Dunquin Pier, Co. Kerry. Ireland

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DINGLES ORIGINAL SPEED BOAT ADVENTURE TOUR - VOTED NO.1 TRIP IN DINGLE

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Premium Tour

Our Premium full day tour is the ultimate eco experience, combining a wildlife sea safari with a Great Blasket Island landing.

• Exhilarating speed boat adventure tour.
• Cave and cove explorations.
• Geology and history.
• Marine and Birdlife sighting; Whales, Dolphins, Seals, Puffins, Basking sharks, Sea birds (sea and weather permitting).
• An unforgettable Great Blasket Island landing.
• View one of the largest Grey Seal colonies.
• Island coffee shop and picnic area.
• Complimentary tea/coffee included.
• Toilet facilities.

Approx: 1 hr outward transfer 3.5 hr Island landing 1hr 20 minutes return transfer.

– Max capacity 12 passengers. – Private Charters available

MINI PREMIUM TOUR

A direct transfer from Dingle Bay to the Great Blasket Island, passing the beautiful Dingle coastline and stopping with any marine life on route.

• Guided 40-minute transfer.
• 4 Hour Great Blasket Island Landing.
• Ideal for children and families.
• Spectacular scenery.

Approx: 40-minute outward transfer 4-hour Island landing 40-minute return transfer.

UNIQUE ISLAND ACCOMMODATION

Private self-catering accommodation in five restored cottages on the Great Blasket Island.

• Each cottage includes: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a living area, dining & kitchenette space and two fuel burning stoves
• Cooking utensils
• Tea and hand towels
• Basic provisions i.e salt, pepper, oil, tea, coffee (french press), washing up liquid, cleaning supplies
• Candles and head torches provided - no electricity

Cottage Check-in – 2 pm

Cottage Checkout – 10 am

• We do not allow pets to stay on the island.

Join us on this amazing Island

Great blasket island experience – unique boat tours and accommodation..

The Great Blasket Island is a remote Island located off the Dingle Peninsula. With over 1,100 acres of unspoiled largely mountainous terrain, the Great Blasket Island is approximately 4 miles long by 1/2 mile wide. Now classified as a Special Area of Conservation, it is home to an abundance of wildlife and fauna. This uninhabited Island is thriving with Irish history, heritage and life.  Take one of our popular  Great Blasket Island Boat Tours or overnight in unique self catering accommodation, immersing yourself in the ultimate Irish getaway.

The Great Blasket Island is one of the most remote parts of the Irish Language Speaking areas of Corca Dhuibhne. Although deserted since 1953 it is famous for the abundance of literature produced by the Irish speaking inhabitants who will live on forever through the documentation by them of the extraordinary details of their ordinary lives

“ Dheineas mo dhícheall an chuntas cruinn a chur síos ar an dream a raibh aithne agam ortha, ionas go mbeadh cuimhne orainn ar Shlí na Fírinne ”  Peig Sayers 1873- 1958

We offer two day tours options:

Premium Day Tour:  The most comprehensive full day in Dingle Bay. Experience the natural beauty touring the coastline and rugged cliffs of the Wild Atlantic Way all to the Great Blasket Island.

Includes: Marine & bird life, cave & cove explorations, outer Blasket Islands, 4 hour Great Blasket landing, complimentary tea/coffee and use of Island facilities. 

Direct Ferry:

A direct transfer option: a fast 45 minute guided ferry from Dingle Bay to Great Blasket Island. Stopping with any wildlife enroute, this is for those who wish to experience less boat time and more Island exploring. A great option for families and walkers.  

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A Guide To The Blasket Islands In Kerry: The Ferry, Things To Do + Accommodation

By Author Andy Revell

Posted on Last updated: December 30, 2023

If you’re thinking about visiting the Blasket Islands in Kerry, you’ve landed in the right place.

Ireland is home to many ruggedly remote nooks and crannies, but few are as isolated as the Blasket Islands in Kerry.

Offering a real chance for adventure, or a short trip to a place that time almost forgot, visiting the islands is an incredible experience.

In the guide below, you’ll discover everything from where to grab the Blasket Islands ferry (to the Great Blasket Island) to what there is to see and do on the island.

Some quick need-to-knows about the Blasket Islands

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So, a visit to the Blasket Islands is a little less straightforward that a visit to some of Kerry’s other islands, like Valentia Island . 

Pay particular attention to the ‘getting there’ section, as there are a few different companies offering ferries to the Blaskets.

1. Location

There are 6 principal Blasket islands, all located west of the Dingle Peninsula in Kerry. The largest, An Blascaod Mór or the Great Blasket, lies around 2 km from Dunmore Head, on the mainland.

The island of Tearaght is the most easterly point of the Republic of Ireland, though it remains uninhabited.

2. The Great Blasket Island

The name gives it away slightly, but the Great Blasket Island is indeed the largest of the 6 main Blasket Islands. It’s also the one that you can visit, either as a day trip or an overnight stay.

The Great Blasket Island was inhabited until 1953 by a hardy Irish-speaking population of mostly fishermen and farmers. Nowadays, much of the old village lies in ruins, though some houses have been restored and are open for visitors.

3. Getting to the Great Blasket Island

So, you’ll need to take a ferry to the Great Blasket Island. There are a few options to choose from (Dingle and Dun Chaoin ), and we’ll take a look in more detail a little further down. 

I’ll level with you here; the main reason the last inhabitants were forced to abandon the island was because of bad weather.

Open and exposed to the whims of the mighty Atlantic, it can get pretty wild on the island. Ferries don’t sail unless the conditions are good enough, so you’ll need a fine summer’s day if you’re planning to visit.

A speedy history of the Great Blasket Island

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The Great Blasket Island has a long and rich history going back many hundreds of years and it’s widely regarded as one of the best, off-the-beaten-path of the many Kerry attractions .

There’s evidence of a Ferriter castle dating back to the 13th century, but it’s likely that the islands were inhabited much earlier than that. 

Life on the island

With the wild Atlantic crashing upon the shores of Great Blasket Island, conditions were tough. Life was hard, but not without its joys, and for many eventual settlers, it was a welcome change from the hardships they had to endure on the mainland.

Having said that, islanders would have to regularly contend with harsh weather, the 3-mile sea crossing to the mainland, and the long walks to see a doctor or priest. 

Survival and fine traditions

Most families survived by fishing, though sheep and cows were also reared on the island, and some islanders even grew potatoes and oats — though the land wasn’t ideal for agriculture.

Music and dancing played an important role in staving off boredom while storytelling kept their culture alive through the cold winter nights.

Sadly, by the 1940s, extremes of weather, as well as immigration of younger generations, had forced many to leave the island, and on November 17th, 1953, the remaining residents were officially evacuated to the mainland.

The home of literary heavyweights

Nowadays, the Great Blasket Island is known for producing a number of fantastic writers. Three of the most notable examples are; Tomás Ó Criomhthain, Peig Sayers and Muiris Ó Súilleabháin.

Their works vividly tell the tale of life on the harsh island while keeping the ancient folk legends of that rugged land alive. It’s said that the islanders spoke the most poetic form of Irish of all the Irish-speaking regions.

As an Irish-speaking island, their works were originally written in Irish, each with a wonderfully poetic way with words that seems to flow through the blood of the islanders. If you’re not fluent in Irish, you can still enjoy them — here are three favourites:

• Machnamh Seanamhná (An Old Woman’s Reflections, Peig Sayers , 1939)
• Fiche Bliain Ag Fás (Twenty Years A-Growing, Muiris Ó Súilleabháin , 1933)
• An tOileánach (The Islandman, Tomás Ó Criomhthain , 1929)

The Blasket Island Ferry

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To get to the Great Blasket Island, there are 2 ferry services, both of which operate throughout the summer months, typically from April until September.

They’ll only sail in good weather though, so if conditions are rough, you’ll have to wait until things settle down a bit.

It’s essential to book your ferry in advance, as spots can get taken up pretty quickly. At low tide, you may have to take a raft to the landing stage of the island, as there’s no pier.

Option 1: The Ferry from Dun Chaoin Pier (April – Sept 24th)

Operated by Blasket Island Ferries , this twin-engine passenger ferry has space for 48 passengers and is fully equipped with lifeboats, life vests, and quality radio gear.

It departs from Dunquin Pier (Cé Dún Chaoin) from 9:50 every day, with crossings more or less every hour — as long as the weather is good anyway!

A return ticket costs €40 for ages 16 and over, and the crossing typically takes 20 to 40 minutes depending on the conditions at sea (check times and prices in advance).

Option 2: The Eco Ferry (April – Oct)

The Eco Ferry , operated by the similarly named Blasket Islands Ferry, is another good choice at around €59.

With space for 44 passengers, the twin-engined craft is up to date with all the required safety features. There’s space on take to look out for sea life along the way.

It sails daily from Ventry, Ceann Trá Pier, with crossing typically taking around an hour. The morning crossing departs at 10:00 and returns at 15:00, while the afternoon crossing departs at 12:30 and returns at 17:30. 

Things to do on the Great Blasket Island

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There’s a handful of things to do on the Great Blasket Island that make it well worth venturing over to.

Now, some of these may be hampered by the weather, if you visit when it’s pouring down, but if you visit when it’s fine, you’ll be laughing.

1. Soak up the views (and the silence)

One of the beauties of the Great Blasket Island is that, as it’s a  little  off-the-beaten-path, it doesn’t attract huge crowds.

The beauty of this is that the island is rarely awash with hoards of tourists, so you’ll be able to walk in peach and enjoy the magnificent views of the Kerry coastline.

2. The Blasket Island Looped Walk

The Great Blasket Island Looped Walk is a 3.5 – 4 hour walk that takes you along a very old trail and treats you to magnificent views.

This is a  fairly  handy walk and it’ll suit most fitness levels. Now, for some reason, we can’t find any good guide to this walk online.

If you fancy giving it a go, ask for directions on the ferry over and they’ll be able to point out where to start and what route to take.

3. The Eco Marine Tour

If you’re in search of unique things to do on the Blasket Islands, the Eco Marine Tour should tickle your fancy.

Everything from porpoises and common dolphins to Orcas (occasionally) can be seen in the waters around the Blasket Islands at certain times of the year.

This tour is a great way to see the island from a unique perspective and, if the weather is fine, you’ll be treated to great views throughout. 

4. The most westerly coffee shop in Europe

Photo via Blasket Islands Cafe

Yes, the most westerly coffee shop in Europe. Now there’s a title to be proud of! If you’re on the island and in need of a pick-me-up (or if you’re feeling chilly), head to the cafe.

The Blasket Islands Cafe shot to fame several years ago when it advertised the ‘Best Job in the World’ while looking for two people to live in the island accommodation and run the cafe.

Blasket Island Accommodation

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To truly experience the haunting beauty of the Blasket Islands, you’ve got to spend at least a night or two there.

The Blasket Islands experience is something I keep hearing about over and over again. The cottage sleeps 7, so it’s perfect for a group heading away for a weekend with a difference.

Note: if you book a stay through the links above, we’ll make a tiny commission that helps us keep this site going. You won’t pay extra, but we really do appreciate it.

The Blasket Island Centre

Photos via the Blasket Centre on Facebook

To fully enjoy the Blasket Islands, you’ll need to be reasonably fit; there are no roads, no ramps, and it’s mostly wild land.

However, even if you’re not up for the rigours of the island, you can still immerse yourself in its culture and history at the Blasket Island Centre .

Located along the Slea Head drive , you can see the Great Blasket out over the ocean. Within the centre, discover the story of the islands and the people that called them home.

FAQs About the Blasket Islands

We’ve had a lot of questions over the years asking about everything from where to get the Blasket Islands Ferry to whether or not the Great Blasket Island is worth visiting. 

In the section below, we’ve popped in the most FAQs that we’ve received. If you have a question that we haven’t tackled, ask away in the comments section below.

Can you stay on the Blasket Islands?

You can stay on the Great Blasket Island, but typically only over the summer months. There are 4 self-catering cottages that have been lovingly restored, but you can also wild camp.

What is there to do on Blasket Island?

The Great Blasket Island is a place to escape the modern world. Here you can truly enjoy an unspoiled nature. There are hiking trails and plenty of opportunities to catch a glimpse of seals, dolphins, whales and even basking sharks.

You’ll also see a stunning array of birds and other island wildlife. Tours of the abandoned village offer an intriguing insight into the history of the island, and a small cafe provides refreshments.

How do you get to Great Blasket Island?

There are a number of ferries and boat tours that can take you to the Great Blasket Island, departing from a number of ports on the mainland.

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Take an exhilarating tour around the most westerly islands in Europe, where you will encounter magnificent cliffs, hidden sea caves and fascinating wildlife, including puffins, seals, dolphins, and maybe even whales (wildlife sightings vary according to the season). Book your tour today and experience the thrill of a lifetime!

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Blasket Island Eco Tour

Come with us on this one-of-a-kind educational Blasket eco tour experience! Watch out for dolphins, whales, seals, and other marine life as the guide informs you on the history and folklore of the unique society that was formed on the Blasket islands. Book online today!

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Looking for a unique island tour with a bit of history? Then this Blasket Island ferry tour is perfect for you! Enjoy a spectacular hike around this rugged and breathtaking location, explore the abandoned village or take a stroll on the beautiful White Strand. Book online!

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Looking for the ultimate adventure on the sea? Look no further than our two and a half hour 12 passenger Private Sea Safari. Join us on an exhilarating tour around the most westerly islands in Europe, where you will encounter magnificent sandstone cliffs, explore hidden sea caves and witness an array of fascinating wildlife, including puffins, seals, dolphins, and even whales (wildlife sightings vary according to the season).

The Great Blasket Centre and Island

With stunning views of the wild Atlantic coast and islands at the halfway point of the Slea Head Drive, the Blasket Centre is a fascinating heritage and cultural centre/ museum, honouring the unique community who lived on the remote Blasket Islands until their evacuation in 1953.

The Blasket Centre tells the story of island life, subsistence fishing and farming, traditional life including modes of work and transport, home life, housing and entertainment. The Centre details the community’s struggle for existence, their language and culture, and the extraordinary literary legacy they left behind- classics such as The Islandman , Twenty Years A-Growing , and Peig .  Their story is told using a variety of means – exhibitions, interactive displays, artefacts, audio visual presentations and artworks. Visible from the Centre is Great Blasket Island. Tours of the deserted village on the island are also available.

The Blasket Centre is the result of a partnership between The Blasket Foundation and the Irish Government. The Blasket Centre and tours of the Island are now operated and managed by the Heritage Services of the Office of Public Works.