Making Memories on The Sea
A private Howth Coastal Boat tour around the Island of Ireland’s Eye and Howth Coastline is an intimate and memorable way to experience Dublin’s most striking landscapes from the sea.
On our private tours the experience is completely tailored to suit your group. The duration and pace are flexible, routes are adaptable and there’s more time to linger in scenic spots. You can privately hire a live musician and pre-book a celebratory drink to mark a special occasion or simply soak in the relaxed and personal atmosphere.
For All Generations
This is the perfect multi-generational boat tour and easy-going experience designed to delight everyone on board from curious children to relaxed grandparents all sharing the pleasure of being out on the water sharing a coastal nature and wildlife adventure together.
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Highlights
- Leave the harbour behind to panoramic sea views and a sense of escape.
- A remarkable coastal voyage circumnavigating the Island of Ireland’s Eye.
- Incredible photo opportunities along the way.
- Find your place among the ages of Ireland in the landscapes of Dublin from the Mountains of Mourne to Binn Éadair, Howth.
- Get back to nature at the waterline of the Island’s north cliffs and Stack, home to wild seabirds such as gannets, guillemots, cormorants, kittiwakes, puffins and seagulls.
- Spot the local seals colony basking on the rocks around the Island and harbour.
- Explore staggeringly untouched and hidden nature, mysterious caves, beaches, coves, obsolete fortresses and ancient monasteries.
- The Captain’s coastal tales will keep you entertained throughout the journey sharing stories of local maritime, history, legends and wildlife.
- Arrive back at Howth Harbour pontoon having offered not just a boat tour but a distinctive coastal experience combining natural beauty, local character and five-star, rustic no bling adventure.
- Finish your day in one of the famous local restaurants along the pier recommended by our team.
- Connect your own music to our on-board system.
Please Note: We don’t land on the island and the route on any given day is dictated by the weather.
Tour Add-Ons
Coastal Boat Tours and Custom Outdoor Tour Add-Ons with Howth Adventures – Explore Howth with Dublin’s Best Local Tour Operator on walking, hiking, e-bike and coastal tour experiences.
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Why Irelands Eye Ferries Coastal Boat tours are perfect for private parties?
- Unique and Panoramic Setting exploring the coastline with panoramic views, wildlife spotting and a backdrop that’s hard to march on land.
- Private Group Options and bespoke experiences with great outdoor adventure add ons including private guided hikes, walks and e-bike tours.
- Flexibility for you to plan your outing to your taste, duration, route and special features.
- Great for Celebrations whether it is a birthday, family gathering or work event where an unforgettable experience is created rather than a location.
- Small, Friendly and Social atmosphere with intimate, small groups and friendly local skippers who know the area creating fun and relaxed adventures.
- Unique off schedule sailings including sundown cruises and great evening fun as the sun sets.
- Fun and Informative Crew who share their own local insights and stories.
How to Combine the Perfect Howth Adventure
- Start with a private guided 1 hour Harbour and Village Walking Tour to the highlights in the village and around the harbour.
- Follow with a 50 minute Coastal Boat Tour or Sundown Boat Cruise with Ireland’s Eye Ferries.
- Finish with a lunch or dinner at one the amazing local restaurants or cafes on the pier.
• Begin with a 3 hour Howth Adventures guided coastal hike or e-bike tour around the peninsula.
• Celebrate with an outdoor picnic and refreshments.
• Cap the day off with a magic 50 minute Howth Coastal Boat Tour around the cliffs and Ireland’s Eye.
- Morning e-bike tour or coastal walk with Howth Adventures.
- Mid-day picnic or seafood lunch.
- Evening sundown cruise around the island of Ireland’s Eye.
- Night-time dinner, drinks and party.
*Tip: If your group want additional catering, music or to extend the celebration on land at one of the amazing local pubs or restaurants it’s worth coordinating in advance when booking the private cruise.
