Inis Mór (Aran Islands) Day Trip: Return Ferry from Rossaveel, Galway
Inis Mór (Inishmore), the largest of the Aran Islands, is filled with traditional Irish culture and offers breath-taking scenery, ecclesiastical ruins and prehistoric stone forts such as the world renowned, Dún Aonghasa. Hop on a mini-bus tour or pony and trap and explore the island with a local guide. Bike hire is also available on the island, along with pubs, restaurants and shops selling traditional Irish crafts, including the Aran Sweater.
Prepare for a warm Irish welcome on the luxury vessels and enjoy full bar service and refreshments during your 40-minute trip.
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Inis Mór (Aran Islands) Day Trip: Return Ferry from Rossaveel, Galway
What's included in Inis Mór (Aran Islands) Day Trip: Return Ferry from Rossaveel, Galway
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Approximate sailing time to Inis Mór is 40 minutes.
Departing Rossaveel (Galway): our ferries depart at 10:30 from the sheltered fishing harbour of Rossaveel in Connemara, Galway. Passengers can enjoy the convenience of our bus shuttle service departing from Galway city to our ferry terminal daily. (Please book this service in one of our Galway city offices).
Return Ferry Time: The ferry will depart Inis Mór at 17:00 from Kilronan Pier (drop-off point), but we would advise you present for boarding 20 minutes prior to ferry departure time.
Your TripAdvisor booking confirmation is not your ticket. Tickets must be collected at our ferry terminal at Rossaveel Port, or in one of our Galway city offices located at 1 Victoria Place, Merchants Rd or at 37-39 Foster St, Galway City. Please allow extra time in peak season as it is extremely busy.
If you are driving to the pier: We recommend you present for boarding at ferry gate 30 minutes prior to ferry departure time. We depart from Rossaveel Port - 23 miles west of Galway City centre. Passengers are advised to allow one hour driving time from the City to the Port. Please note that extra time must be allowed for parking at the harbour.
Inclusions
- Return ferry from Rossaveel (Galway) to Inis Mór.
- Return shuttle bus transfer from Galway city to Rossaveel Port.
- Parking at Rossaveel pier.
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- If trip is cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a full refund or may opt to sail on a different date.
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- We depart from Rossaveel Harbour - a port 23 miles west of Galway City centre. Passengers are advised to allow one hour driving time from the City to the Port. If you want to book a shuttle bus transfer from Galway city, please book in one of our offices.
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Ticket Redemption
Please present your ticket to a member of the crew at the ferry gate number 2 prior to boarding, at least 20-minutes prior to departure time. Ferry Departure Time: our ferries depart daily at 10:30am from the sheltered harbour of Rossaveel in Connemara, Galway (this is a one hour drive from Galway City). Passengers can enjoy the convenience of our bus shuttle service departing from Galway city to our ferry terminal. (Please book this service in one of our Galway city offices). Ferry Return Time: The ferry will depart Kilronan pier (drop-off point) at 17:00. Passengers are advised to present for boarding 20 minutes prior to ferry departure time. Aran Islands Audio Guide (English Only) can be found here: https://soundcloud.com/aran-island-ferries/aran-islands-audio-guide
