Local Connections: Cork Harbour Sea Safari Created by Nautical Expert, Jason Corkery
Description
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
What you will visit:
Cork Harbour RIB Sea Safari
Experience the highlights of the world's second largest natural harbour during this exciting RIB adventure. After stepping into the safe and comfortable rigid inflatable boat, your skipper/guides will whisk you away at high speed across the glistening water in the path of the famous Titanic. Along the way you'll learn the harbour's history and of the Irish emigration from the town formerly known as Queenstown.
What you will see along the way:
The magnificent harbour is home to colorful houses, shops and landmarks such as the 200-year-old Roches Point Lighthouse; the 230-year-old Camden Fort; Carlisle Fort, built in 1861; and the Royal Cork Yacht Club, founded in 1720, it's the world's oldest sailing club.
Photo Opportunity:
You'll have picture-perfect views of the harbour and the sparkling sea from the RIB. If you're lucky, birds such as puffins, and curious seals and dolphins will show up near the RIB to greet you. Just when you thought your camera couldn't hold enough photos, the captain will make a number of photo stops on your return journey.
Snack:
Enjoy an Irish coffee making demonstration when you stop at a local watering hole at the harbour. Watch as this classic coffee cocktail of sweetened coffee and Jameson whiskey topped with fresh whipped cream is served up. Then, sip and savor this warm and tasty concoction before returning to your ship.
Special Notes:
This tour is an adventure tour and should be carefully considered. Your journey is in open water & sea conditions can be rough at times. Due to the type of vessel used you will travel at high speed and there may be a lot of motion or sudden jolting movements.Minimum age to participate is 12 years and children must be accompanied by an adult. Not suitable for pregnant women.
Lifejackets will be provided and must be worn.
This tour not suitable for guests whom are pregnant, or suffer with back problems or whom have walking difficulties.
This tour is weather dependent and may be cancelled at short notice if weather is not suitable
Warm clothing including hats & gloves are recommended. Wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed.
Space on the vessel is limited and passengers straddle individual "Jockey Seats".
Medical Restriction:
This tour not suitable for guests whom are pregnant, or suffer with back problems or whom have walking difficulties.Tour timeline may vary to avoid overcrowding, etc.
Depart pier and walk to jetty, Safety briefing and life vest instruction
- Transport type:
- Walking
- Transport Capacity:
- 12
- Travel time:
- 00:15
Journey on RIB Boat
- Transport type:
- Zodiac
- Transport Capacity:
- 12
- Travel time:
- 01:00
Irish coffee stop including demo
- Time at site:
- 00:45
- Inside visit:
- Yes
- Air conditioned:
- No
- Steps:
- 15
- Restroom available:
- Yes
- Shopping available:
- No
- Photo/video opportunity:
- Yes
Return Journey to Cobh
- Transport type:
- Zodiac
- Transport Capacity:
- 12
- Travel time:
- 01:00