Atlantic Coastal Cruises is a locally owned, family run business that was set up in 2019. The beautiful coastal town of Killybegs, has been predominantly a commercial fishing town in Donegal Bay on the Wild Atlantic Way. Its deep harbour enables cruise ships to visit and also boasts the unique honour of two lighthouses. Just a short sail away are Europe’s highest accessible sea cliffs, Sliabh Liag. Sail there and marvel at the sights and sounds of this fabulous maritime experience. And if you’re lucky, you might even spot some dolphins, seals and even a whale!
The crew at Atlantic Coastal Cruises are local, they know these waters and its marine wildlife like no other. Their boat, MV Sliabh Liag Allure, is a Class 6 marine vessel licensed to carry 100 passengers and crew. It is equipped with all modern navigation and communication systems along with life jackets and safety equipment. Also on board is a licensed bar serving bottled beers, wine, spirits, soft drinks, and snacks. The boat is wheelchair accessible and pets are also welcome on board, providing they don’t bother the other passengers. Indoor and outdoor seating is available along with blankets and umbrellas to keep you warm and dry – it is Ireland after all!
Visitors can choose from a number of tours. The Sliabh Liag Cliff Tour takes you from Killybegs Harbour to the base of the cliffs, taking in Donegal’s striking coastal landscape along the way. The 600m high cliffs are best appreciated from the sea, and you will see the Napoleonic tower on the cliff top as you sail past numerous natural features such as sea stacks, sheltered coves, caves and waterfalls, each with their own history and secrets.
The Killybegs Harbour Tour gives visitors the chance to experience the bay in all its glory. It is the only bay in Ireland with two lighthouses and a live organic salmon fish farm. The crew will entertain you with their informative and visual tour with sights such as Fintra Beach, Killybegs Church, Rotten Island, and St Johns Point Lighthouse, as well as marine life like bottlenose dolphins, common and grey seals, cormorants and razor bills.
Private hire is also available and cruises can be tailor made for you. The boat, its crew and licensed bar can be hired for company days, hen and stag parties, birthdays, and celebrations.
Atlantic Coastal Cruises sail every day at 1pm during the summer months. Harbour tours are offered when the weather is not suitable to go to the cliffs. Allow Atlantic Coastal Cruises to show you why Donegal was voted one of the coolest places on the planet! You won’t be disappointed.
Daily Sailings – for more information please visit www.atlanticcoastalcruises.com
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