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Gap of Dunloe Day Tour and Boat Ride from Killarney

41 Reviews 4.59 out of 5 stars Based on 41 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Killarney, Ireland
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6 hours (approx.)
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Overview

The Gap of Dunloe is a magnificent defile running four miles between the McGillycuddy Reeks and the Purple mountain group. At the entrance to the gap is a famous cottage, named after a woman called Kate Kearney who died in childbirth at the age of 102!

What's Included

  • Boat
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Driver/guide
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
  • Jaunting Cart
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Ardross
Ross Road, Scrahane, Killarney, Co. Kerry, V93 VX21, Ireland

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Ross Castle (pass by)

Ross Castle perches in an inlet of Lough Leane. It is likely that the Irish chieftain O’Donoghue Mór built it in the fifteenth century.Legend has it that O’Donoghue still slumbers under the waters of the lake. Every seven years, on the first morning of May, he rises on his magnificent white horse. If you manage to catch a glimpse of him you will enjoy good fortune for the rest of your life.Ross Castle was the last place in Munster to hold out against Cromwell. Its defenders, then led by Lord Muskerry, took confidence from a prophecy holding that the castle could only be taken by a ship. Knowing of the prophecy, the Cromwellian commander, General Ludlow, launched a large boat on the lake. When the defenders saw it, this hastened the surrender – and the prophecy was fulfilled
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Minimum age is 4 years
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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Q: Will I get seasick on Gap of Dunloe Day Tour and Boat Ride from Killarney?

A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-7672P3

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What's Included

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  • Boat
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Driver/guide
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
  • Jaunting Cart

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Minimum age is 4 years
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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