Depart Ballycastle
West Rathlin or East Side depending on the weather is home to thousands of birds including puffins, gullimots, razorbills, gannets , fulmars. Seals and hopefully dolphins/porpoises can also be sighted. Taking in also the breath taking views at Carrick-a-rede Ropebridge.
- Rathlin Island
- Puffins (April to August)
- Wildlife
| Duration | 2 Hours |
|---|---|
| Bring along | Weather apporoiate clothing. |
| Participants | Tour needs minimum of 4 passengers max of 12. Option for Private charters or additional boat. |
| Important information | Please arrive 15 minutes before departure time. |
Venue
26 Bayview Rd, Ballycastle BT54 6BT, UK
Offered by
Aquaholics
Further information
Depart Ballycastle marina on one of our two new fast charter vessels travelling across Rathlin Sound to the West or East side of Rathlin. If we go to the West side we see the West lighhouse at Bull point, or if we go to the East Altnacarry lighthouse and Bruce's cave.
Provides an exhilarating boat tour from Ballycastle to Rathlin Island and the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge.On Rathlin Island, visitors can witness a bustling puffin colony, especially during breeding season, alongside other seabirds like razorbills and guillemots.
The journey also includes a visit to the iconic Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, which spans a 20-meter-wide chasm and offers stunning views of the Antrim coastline. Originally built by salmon fishermen, this 30-meter-high bridge provides an adrenaline-pumping crossing.Guided by knowledgeable staff, the Puffin Express tour is both educational and thrilling, offering close-up encounters with Northern Ireland's rich wildlife and breathtaking landscapes. Whether you are captivated by birdwatching, marine life, or coastal scenery, this tour ensures an unforgettable experience.
