Boat Tours with
Lough Key Boat Tours & Boat Hire

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Departures

May & June: 1:30PM & 3:00PM (weekends)
July & Aug: 1:30PM, 3:00PM & 4:30PM (daily)
Sept: 3:00PM (weekends)

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Prices

Adult: €22
Child: €10
Senior / Student: €18
Infant under 3: Free

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Duration & Capacity

1 hour
40 People

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Experience the beauty, tranquility, and rich history of Lough Key aboard our 40-seater tour boat, “The Trinity,” a fully enclosed and heated vessel designed for comfort in all weather conditions.

During your family-friendly tour, you’ll uncover the rich history and folklore of Trinity Island, Church Island, and Castle Island, brought vividly to life through engaging storytelling. Hear the legend of “Una Bhán” and other local tales that add depth and meaning to your journey, blending culture, history, and entertainment into one unforgettable experience.

A highlight for families is the magical Teddy Bear Island, a must-see stop that delights younger visitors. Here, children can let their imaginations roam—envisioning fairies dancing through the trees and teddy bears hidden in cosy woodland homes. This enchanting moment makes the tour especially memorable, creating lasting family memories filled with fun, wonder, and discovery.

Create unforgettable memories on the water and enjoy a fun, family-friendly boat trip for all ages

Book Your Boat Tour

Book online during peak season — June weekends, daily throughout July and August, and September weekends. For off-season availability, please get in touch with us directly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Our main passenger boat can accommodate up to 40 passengers comfortably.

Our tour boat is fully covered and heated, so the experience is enjoyable rain or shine. However, if conditions are deemed unsafe by the Captain, we offer a full refund or a flexible reschedule date.

What People Say

Unforgettable Family Experience at Lough Key Boats
We had a wonderful experience with Lough Key Boats on Sunday, the 28th of September. The day was beautiful, and Catriona made it even more special. We first rented the boats and later decided to go on the speedboat tour, both experiences were absolutely amazing. With the rental boat, we were able to explore the lake and take time to see the island from a very close distance at our own pace. The speedboat tour then gave us a deeper appreciation of the lake’s history and beauty. We all left feeling so happy, and we want to say thank you for the fabulous memories across our whole family. We will definitely be back next summer!
Amazing trip
My father in law and his friend Bob from America had a lovely time in the boat with Catriona. She was very nice with them, she gave them a great tour around showing the place. She has so much knowledge. They highly recommend her and her team. Will do it again.
Above and beyond expectations!
This boat tour exceeded our expectations!! We booked it as McDermotts who wanted to just get close to McDermott castle, and we got so much more! Our guide, Oliver, was exceptionally knowledgeable about the island, the family, and the surrounding areas and he provided incredible insight into the history! We also were able to walk around the ruins of the monastery nearby. He also made sure to include the kids on some of the andventure and more. Even if you’re not a McDermott, this tour is sure to thrill and delight!
Magical Family Tour on Lough Key, A Must-Do!
We had a fantastic experience with Lough Key Boats! The tour was both relaxing and filled with fascinating stories that really captured the imagination of the kids. The staff were incredibly friendly, welcoming, and brilliant with children; they went out of their way to make the trip enjoyable for everyone. From castles and ancient monasteries to local wildlife, there were so many interesting nuggets of information shared along the way. A special highlight was the kids getting to sit in the captain’s chair; a moment they’ll remember! Highly recommend this for families visiting the area. A really lovely way to explore the beauty and history of Lough!

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