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1 hour Lake Cruise on Killarney's Largest Lake
4.7(176)Killarney55 min
VIATOR4.4(33)TRIPADVISOR4.7(143)
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At a glance
Duration
55 min
Price from
$21 / person
Location
Killarney, Ireland
Rating
4.7 / 5 · 176 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Small group, up to 40
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Killarney Lake Tours Limited
Meeting point
Setting sail from the 15th century Ross Castle, MV Pride of the Lakes offers scenic tours on Lough Leane, Killarney’s largest and most picturesque lake.
Description
Cruise Killarney's beautiful lakes with the M.V Pride of the Lakes. Setting sail from the 15th century Ross Castle, MV Pride of the Lakes offers scenic tours on Lough Leane- its a comfortable covered heated vessel.
This beautiful cruise offers a spectacular experience, cruising in the scenes of gentle low lands, scattered island in the shadow of the towering ruggedness of the McGillycuddy Reeks - you might catch a glimpse of the white tailed eagles or the beautiful sika deer while taking the tour. A full commentary is provided on this tour.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
11:00 AM, 12:30 PM, and 2:30 PM
Next available
Thu, Oct 8
Adult (ages 13–64)
$21
Senior (ages 65–96)
$17
Child (ages 3–12)
$14
In demand: 36 of the next 90 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
12.30pm Waterbus Experience
12.30pm sailing
11am Waterbus Experience
2.30pm Waterbus Experience
2.30pm Waterbus Experience
Itinerary
Ross Castle
Pass by
Ross Castle was built in the 15th Century and was the seat of the O’Donoghue Mor. During the second Desmond Rebellion which led to the Plantation of Munster in the 1580s, the castle changed hands and was taken over by the McCarthy Mors.
Innisfallen Island
Pass by
Locate on Lough Leane, Innisfallen Island was once home to to a monastery dating back to 640 AD. The island was a place of solitude for the monks to reflect and pray. The monks were great scholars, the High King of Ireland Brian Boru was said to have studied on Innsfallen island. Over 300 years, 39 of the Monks wrote what is known now as the Annals of Innisfallen, a history of early Ireland written in Irish and Latin.
What's included
Included
Full Commentary on board
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.7
176 reviews
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How it compares in Killarney
No. 15 by number of reviews among 187 tours in Killarney
Starting price $21 is 62% below the typical $55 for tours of similar length in Killarney
Excurgo comparison of 187 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Service animals allowed
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does 1 hour Lake Cruise on Killarney's Largest Lake take?
1 hour Lake Cruise on Killarney's Largest Lake lasts about 55 min. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does 1 hour Lake Cruise on Killarney's Largest Lake cost?
Prices start at $21 per person for this Killarney experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does 1 hour Lake Cruise on Killarney's Largest Lake run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 11:00 AM, 12:30 PM, and 2:30 PM.
How much does 1 hour Lake Cruise on Killarney's Largest Lake cost for children?
Children aged 3–12 pay from $14, adults from $21.
Does 1 hour Lake Cruise on Killarney's Largest Lake sell out?
It can: 36 of the next 90 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel 1 hour Lake Cruise on Killarney's Largest Lake for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Setting sail from the 15th century Ross Castle, MV Pride of the Lakes offers scenic tours on Lough Leane, Killarney’s largest and most picturesque lake. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is 1 hour Lake Cruise on Killarney's Largest Lake offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 40 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(176)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Robert_S
September 15, 2026 · via Viator
Disappointing
The boat was very tatty and had clearly seen better days. Young children refused to sit down when told to and drowned out the commentary. Weather was awful but nobody's fault. That's Ireland for you!
Operator response
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re sorry to hear that you were disappointed with the condition of the boat and that the experience was affected by the behaviour of some of the younger passengers. We understand how this could have made it difficult to enjoy the commentary.
We’re also sorry that the weather wasn’t on your side during your visit – unfortunately, that’s one part of a Killarney boat trip that we can’t control!
Your comments regarding the condition of the boat are appreciated and will be shared with our team as we continually look at ways to improve the experience for our guests. We hope you might consider joining us again in better weather for a more enjoyable trip on Lough Leane.
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FisherJY
September 9, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Fine for a chill day
Quick boat ride around the lake. It’s very quiet and chill. It would not be very good for little kids. There isn’t anything to do. The commentary was good and informative but I don’t know if it’s worth the time.
Operator response
Many thanks for taking the time to leave a review. Your comments are appreciated. I can assure you, Kids love our tour also as the captain always lets them steer the ship and even wear the Captains hat!
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Mark_R
September 8, 2026 · via Viator
One hour lake cruise
The one hour on the lake is on an enclosed single level cruise ferry with sliding windows and an open aft. The captain is the only crew member and gives a very informative commentary as we sail at a leisurely pace around the upper and middle lakes. Fabulous views and good ramp access. Goes on the hour from next to the castle.
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mangol852
September 5, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Informative boat tour
Nice trip around Muckross Lake from Ross Castle. We set sail on a very sunny afternoon. Captain told informative stories about the sites. Weather was beautiful and water was calm. Highly recommend for families.
Operator response
Thanks for leaving a review. We appreciate it!
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kanwaldeep_s
August 24, 2026 · via Viator
Actually we arrived a...
Actually we arrived a minute late and missed the boat. Wanted to cancel after few mins of booking it, as I turned on navigation and it was showing a road work, but they wouldn’t allow us to do with a full refund. They were offering us a 0 refund value. As there was a road work going on the way to the place. Total loss of money. Don’t book it rather go there and get a private small boat and in cheaper price.
Operator response
Many thanks for taking the time to leave a review, but we feel this is unfair as you did not take the tour. As you booked with a 3rd party site, you are subject to their terms and conditions as clearly outlined when making the booking. If you had contacted us directly, we would have been happy to offer you an alternative time.
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Sue_G
August 18, 2026 · via Viator
Lucky enough to see a sea eagle!
The boat leaves from the Ross Castle Pier, literally 8 minutes from the centre of Killarney. Lovely views. We were lucky enough to see a white tailed sea eagle!
Operator response
Thanks for taking the time to leave a review. We appreciate your comments.
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Olivia_S
August 13, 2026 · via Viator
Perfect sail
Perfect tour for the kids and adults ages 4 to 79! . Great guide whole spoke loud and clearly and clean boat
Operator response
Hi Olivia, thanks for leaving a review. We appreciate your comments
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Brittany_B
August 13, 2026 · via Viator
We may have had a unique...
We may have had a unique tour because of low water levels, but we were hopeful to see the whole lake and only got to see a small part of it for an hour. If you are looking to see more, including getting off at the small islands, then I'd go with other local companies with smaller boats. We were admittedly a bit disappointed that we saw so little. Nice boat and friendly staff though!
Operator response
Hi Brittany, thanks for taking the time to leave a review. Yes, we don't land on the island, it is only the smaller open boats that can land due to infrastructure on the island. We sail within a certain area of the lake to ensure there is no disturbance to the flora and fauna in the National Park. As advertised, ours is a Lake Cruise, no landing tour.
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780paddym
August 5, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Nice scenic trip around the lake
Lovely trip around the lake. Brian and Frank were very friendly, especially with our 2 small children. Enjoyed hearing about the history and the landmarks.
Operator response
Thanks for taking the time to leave a review
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381aislingo
July 12, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
A family trip on the lakes
Just back from a family hoilday in kilarney & we booked the lake cruise as something to do on our hoilday our driver stered the course with commentary about the islands on the lakes & some facts about Kilarney with some humor to boot. Our 14yr daughter also got to ster the boat.
Operator response
Thanks for your review, we are glad you all enjoyed the tour
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