Dublin Bay Seal Kayaking Safari at Dalkey
Overview
Our stunning kayak tour has been voted as one of the best things to in Dublin by the Irish Times and is currently listed as the number one thing to do in Dalkey on Trip Advisor.
This kayak tour offers a unique opportunity to interact with wild seals in their natural environment without disturbing them. It's also a chance to experience historic Dalkey island and all a stone's throw from the capital city.
This kayak tour offers a unique opportunity to interact with wild seals in their natural environment without disturbing them. It's also a chance to experience historic Dalkey island and all a stone's throw from the capital city.
Inclusions
- wetsuit, kayak, paddle, buoyancy aid
What to expect
Itinerary
After we meet you, we give you a wetsuit and all the equipment and we show you how to use it. You need to bring spare footwear to wear in the kayak eg old runners or water shoes.
You need to be able to swim to do this kayak tour. You don't need to be a champion swimmer but you need to be happy floating in the water wearing a buoyancy aid in the event of a capsize.
Next, we get on the water in historic Bullock Harbour and go kayaking along the stunning Dalkey coastline, even to Dalkey Island when the weather allows.
You will be treated to stunning views of Dublin Bay which is a UNESCO biosphere.
Then we will encounter the friendly Dalkey seals. They will play around our kayaks as we paddle past them. We will also see the wonderful birdlife.
Scenic stops with lots of interesting information complete the tour whereupon we kayak back to Bullock Harbour
Stop At:
• Dalkey Island, 300 metres offshore from Dalkey, Dalkey Ireland
After we meet you, we give you a wetsuit and all the equipment and we show you how to use it. You need to bring spare footwear to wear in the kayak eg old runners or water shoes.
You need to be able to swim to do this kayak tour. You don't need to be a champion swimmer but you need to be happy floating in the water wearing a buoyancy aid in the event of a capsize.
Next, we get on the water in historic Bullock Harbour and go kayaking along the stunning Dalkey coastline, even to Dalkey Island when the weather allows.
You will be treated to stunning views of Dublin Bay which is a UNESCO biosphere.
Then we will encounter the friendly Dalkey seals. They will play around our kayaks as we paddle past them. We will also see the wonderful birdlife.
Scenic stops with lots of interesting information complete the tour whereupon we kayak back to Bullock Harbour
Stop At:
• Dalkey Island, 300 metres offshore from Dalkey, Dalkey Ireland
Meeting point
Kayaking.ie, Bullock Harbour, Glenageary, Dalkey, Co. Dublin, Ireland
Additional information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Please bring a bottle of hand sanitiser with you for use during the tour. Please respect the social distancing instructions given by our staff. If you have any symptoms of Covid 19 or you have been in contact with anyone who has symptoms, you cannot come on the tour.
Exclusions
- Please bring spare footwear and something to wear under a wetsuit eg. swimming togs or base layers
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
196sallyanner
October 2021
Amazing amazing experience! Really enjoyed it! Great for a group activity or even to go on your own! Fab! Great tour guides Clara and John! Had a blast.
Amazing amazing experience! Really enjoyed it! Great for a group activity or even to go on your own! Fab! Great tour guides Clara and John! Had a blast.saragC9813XR
May 2022
John was very patient, kind and knowledgeable. We learned history of the land and wildlife. One of the most beautiful experience of my life! Thank you!
John was very patient, kind and knowledgeable. We learned history of the land and wildlife. One of the most beautiful experience of my life! Thank you!Sophie K
May 2022
What an incredible trip!! We saw so many seals - pups, teenagers and adults! Alongside lovely sea birds. Clara, John and Craig were fantastic. Their confidence and skill on the water was inspiring and really put me at ease. We had 3 hours out at sea, with views for miles in all directions - Cla...
What an incredible trip!! We saw so many seals - pups, teenagers and adults! Alongside lovely sea birds. Clara, John and Craig were fantastic. Their confidence and skill on the water was inspiring and really put me at ease. We had 3 hours out at sea, with views for miles in all directions - Clara and the team shared really interesting facts about the area, wildlife and kayaking at sea. We met in Bullock Harbour and kayaked out to Dalkey Island. Make sure to wear a swimming costume underneath your clothes and shoes you can get wet! Wetsuits are provided that you wear over your swim clothes. It meant as tourists from the UK we didn't need to bring kit, making this a very accessible trip when abroad! We got changed Harbour side, however there were some portaloos nearby. We could not recommend this experience enough, it's really good value for money and something special to do! Appropriate for people of all ages and skill. Thanks again to Clara, John and Craig!!Michael_W
April 2022
Great day out, great instructor we had in mark would highly recommend!! Very bumpy against the wind but adds to the experience!!
Great day out, great instructor we had in mark would highly recommend!! Very bumpy against the wind but adds to the experience!!611indiaa
April 2022
Had an amazing time kayaking for a hen party yesterday. The team were great, especially Clara. The whole team were very knowledgable and patient. Would recommend to everyone, a great way to see the bay. Unfortunately we only saw one seal which was a shame. Would 100% do again. I would advise to b...
Had an amazing time kayaking for a hen party yesterday. The team were great, especially Clara. The whole team were very knowledgable and patient. Would recommend to everyone, a great way to see the bay. Unfortunately we only saw one seal which was a shame. Would 100% do again. I would advise to bring a spare pair of shoes after as our feet got wet.kimtT8949LT
March 2022
Fabulous trip!! Our guide was loads of fun and very knowledgeable on all things kayaking, seals, Dalkey and Dublin. Would definitely come again!
Fabulous trip!! Our guide was loads of fun and very knowledgeable on all things kayaking, seals, Dalkey and Dublin. Would definitely come again!