Gap of Dunloe Cycle (Boat transport)
This is transport for 1 passenger and their bike through the 3 lakes of Killarney National Park. Boats leave Ross Castle at 10.30am only each morning and travel to Lord Brandon's Cottage in the Gap of Dunloe.
Highlights along the way include a visit to Innisfallen Island to see the 7th century Monastic ruins and the chance to see some of our White Tailed Eagles.
The distance from Lord Brandon's Cottage to Killarney is 25km, cyclists should be aware of some steep ascents and descents.
Good news is that this isn't a race! After having lunch at Lord Brandon's Cottage, cyclists can travel through the Gap of Dunloe at their leisure. Stopping to have a drink at the Kate Kearney's Cottage is definitely recommended before continuing to Killarney.
This is a great way to see the Gap of Dunloe at your own pace.
Please note that bike rental is not included in the tour, nor is the cycle guided. Passengers must secure their own bike rental in Killarney before progressing to Ross Castle.
Options
Lakes and Trails Tour (Boat & Bike)
What's included in Gap of Dunloe Cycle (Boat transport)
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Ross Castle
Our tour starts at Ross Castle, 2km from Killarney. The Castle was the stronghold of the O'Donoghue family in the 14th century and sits on the shore of Lough Léin. While there is no fee to walk around the Castle, the guided tour is an additional fee, payable at the reception. Unfortunately Guests will not have time on this occasion to do the full guided tour before the boats depart. The boat tour departs at 10.30am from the main stone pier on the lake side of the Castle, keep an eye out for the green boats and ask for Rory. Please arrive 15 minutes early to allow time to load up bikes. Please note; bike rental is not included in the tour. Guests will rent their own bikes in Killarney and make their way to Ross Castle. There is no bike rental at Ross Castle.
Innisfallen Island
The first stop on our tour is the monastic settlement on Innisfallen Island. Passengers will get a full history of the area from their boat driver and will have 15 minutes to explore the ruins.
Lough LeanePass-by Only
Lough Leane is Killarney's biggest lake and after the boats depart Innisfallen Island, the next stop is the shore of Tomies Mountain. There's had been a nest of White Tailed Sea Eagles along this shore for the last 18 years since their reintroduction to the area. These Eagles are the biggest bird of prey in Europe and are fantastic sight to see in the wild.
Inclusions
- English Guide
- Boat tour
- Bike rental
- Meals and snacks
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Bike rental is not included
- The cycle is not guided
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Our Boat Tour departs from the main stone pier on the lake side of Ross Castle at 10.30am. Please check in 15 minutes before departure so that bikes can be loaded up. Rory will be the gentleman in charge and look for the green boats.
End Points
- The boat tour finishes at Lord Brandon's Cottage. The Cottage is a Café where passengers can grab lunch before starting on their bike ride to Killarney.
