Scattery Island
Scattery Island
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Peter G
Dublin, Ireland140 contributions
Aug 2023
Very enjoyable afternoon visit to Scattery Island on 19th August 2023. Morning tour was cancelled due to Storm Betty but the afternoon tour went ahead. Was warned the sea might be choppy but it was grand, very smooth. Good communication at all times. There are many facets of the island - the Round Tower, the wildlife, the historical church ruins, the lighthouse, the beaches, an overgrown gun battery and a small but informative OPW information centre. Roughly 15 minutes to walk to the lighthouse and battery at the end of the island. Needed to cross a small stream on a rocky beach but otherwise easily accessible.
Written 23 August 2023
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samanthacorrigan
Dublin, Ireland40 contributions
Aug 2023
Brilliant day despite the Irish weather. The sea looked very rough but have to say the sailing was so smooth and so quick you did not feel a thing. Plenty of time on the Island and would recommend the guided tour as the guides are brilliant with lots of knowledge. I wish there was a little cafe or somewhere to get a hot drink on the island especially when its a wet day otherwise we packed our own sandwiches and ate them on the picnic bench. Scattery is well worth the trip to.
Written 22 August 2023
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John L
7 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
Really deserves 5* but we drove 3 hours from Sligo with 4 kids, got there 45 mins early as per email then approximately 30-40 mins after arranged departure time sailing was cancelled and we arranged to go on later sailing 4 hours later. We had to go buy dinner pay for activities to fill time which again was fine. Then we sailed as arranged at around two while on island I received a phonecall to from staff to say our 6 o'clock return sailing was cancelled and we now had to return on earlier boat. We were refunded the difference for longer to shorter trip but it was all a little frustrating. Island was beautiful, buildings stunning and restored. I will try it again in a few summers but hope it runs smoother
Written 18 August 2023
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319itam
Rome, Italy6 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
Highly recommended going to see Scattery island. From Ferry to OPW guided tour plus sing song, A wonderful experience. V affordable and enjoyable. A treasure and one for the memory banks.
Written 14 August 2023
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IreneJD
Dublin, Ireland10 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
A great hidden gem! Full of historic interest, including a Belgian connection. The staff were lovely
Written 10 August 2023
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Michaela H
Atlanta, GA4 contributions
Aug 2023 • Friends
The boat trip going through the locks was really interesting. Then all the history on the island was fascinating and our tour guide, Aidan, was extremely knowledgeable and personable. Highly recommended!
Written 10 August 2023
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Teresa G
5 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
We took the Scattery Island Tour boat, very fast and pleasant trip over. We were met by a very informative tour guide who brought us to the key monastic sites. We then took the 15 minute walk to the lighthouse and artillery battery. We then had a picnic and the children were then invited to paint some sea stones which they enjoyed. It is a beautiful, scenic, unspoilt island. A little gem.
Written 9 August 2023
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Jacinta L
galway99 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
It was a trip well worth doing, excellent details from martina at the desk, such history, led by a great guide John,
a lovely boat ride across, including the lock gates, which were a novelty !
a lovely boat ride across, including the lock gates, which were a novelty !
Written 8 August 2023
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Eimear_10
Kilkenny, Ireland17 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
Irene and the team were very knowledgeable and flexible in helping me book a large family group for the island trip. Everyone enjoyed the tour, guides were excellent, great views, some history and overall a lovely day out
Written 7 August 2023
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Trev D
Limerick, Ireland37 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
Hidden gem. We really enjoyed our trip to Scattery Island from check in to tour guides the staff we extremely friendly and helpful. Boat trip was short but going through the locke was a new experience for us. Island is well maintained and definitely worth a trip. Just be aware to bring a snack!
Written 7 August 2023
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Who can I call re a trip and tour of scatterie island ...dates and departure from main a diet
Gerard F
Sixmilebridge, Ireland15 contributions
Via Scattery Island Tours website
Marian L
5 contributions
Can I take my dog to Scattery Island
sandymgeary
Naas, Ireland15 contributions
I think OPW may have issue with dogs. There are lots of rabbits on the island.
I would advise checking it out before booking.
John G
Dublin, Ireland1 contribution
Can I bring a small Bichon dog on the island tour
Irene H
Kilrush, Ireland2 contributions
Hi there,
Yes, no problem at all. Once the dog remains on the lead both on the ferry and while on the island. Owners are also asked to bring clean up bags.
Thanks
The Team at Scattery Island Tours
Quest790031
1 contribution
What times doesthe ferry go to scattery Island in the morning
Michelle
1 contribution
Time differs, if you check out the scattery Island tour site you'll get more information
jacquiejoy
Sydney, Australia13 contributions
May I ask who you booked through? Did you travel recently? Im trying to find someone to book through but the Scattery Island site is closed till April. Can you assist please? Kind regards Jacquie
Irene H
11 contributions
Hi there,
Our season starts again at the end of April 2019 and runs until September 2019. However, if you wish to book in advance all our sailings are up on line on our site scattery Island Tours.
Thanks for your enquiry!
The team at Scattery Island Tours
Mary & Kevin Adventures
South Bend, IN26 contributions
We will be in Clare from Oct 7 - 12. Will you be making trips then? There are 4 of us who might like to go.
Irene H
Kilrush, Ireland2 contributions
Hello, thanks for getting in touch. Unfortunately we are now finished for the season. Our last sailing was yesterday. We hope your visit to Ireland.
The team at Scattery Island Tours
Moon
Limerick, Ireland2 contributions
I have my dog on holidays with us, can we bring him over on the boat?
How long is the boat trip over?
Irene H
11 contributions
Hello Orla
Small to medium dogs may travel on the boat and the island once they remain on the lead and owners take responsibility to clean up after them while on the island. We ask all passengers who are considering taking a dog to be mindful of other passengers onboard and use their own best judgement as to whether the trip would be suitable for their dog. The sailing time is approx 30 minutes, it takes 15 mins to exit the Locke gates and then 15 mins sailing time to the island.
The team at Scattery Island Tours 😊
How much is the trip over to island one adult and 12 year old please
Irene H
11 contributions
Hi Aileen
Adults are seventeen euro pp and children are nine euro. Full sailing details can be found on our website.
Regards
Scattery Island Tours team
13rose1960
Limerick, Ireland5 contributions
Cara. What boat company did you travel with for the dolphin trip to Scattery please?
Irene H
11 contributions
There is a new ferry operator now in place. Scattery Island Tours operate the service to the Island.
Mairead Benson
Kerry, Ireland8 contributions
Did you have to book the ferry ahead if time and does it ho more than once a day?
Chris Mc K
Kilrush, Ireland7 contributions
There are several trips to the island daily depending on weather and tides but definitely more than one a day, it’s still advisable to book ahead though.
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