Inis Oírr (Aran Islands) Day Trip: Return Ferry from Rossaveel, Galway

4.5
(10 reviews)

6 hours (approximately)

Inis Oírr (Inisheer), the smallest of the Aran Islands, is home to numerous historical attractions and has the atmosphere of a small fishing village.
Hop on a mini-bus tour or pony and trap and explore the island with a local guide. Bike hire is also available on the island, along with pubs, restaurants and a white sandy beach with shimmering waters, worthy of a quick dip!

Prepare for a warm Irish welcome as you board the luxury vessels and enjoy full bar service and refreshments during your 50-minute trip to Inis Oírr.

What's Included

Return ferry from Rossaveel (Galway) to Inis Oírr.
Parking at Rossaveel pier.
Return shuttle bus transfer from Galway city to Rossaveel Port.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We depart from Rossaveel Harbour - a port 23 miles west of Galway City centre. Passengers are advised to allow one hour driving time from the City to the Port. If you want to book a shuttle bus transfer from Galway city, please book in one of our offices.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Sailing time to Inis Oírr is approximately 50 minutes.

Ferry Departure Time: Our ferries depart daily at 10:30 from the sheltered fishing harbour of Rossaveel in Connemara, Galway. Passengers can enjoy the convenience of our shuttle bus service departing from Galway city to the ferry terminal. (Please book this service in one of our Galway city offices).

Ferry Return Time: The ferry will depart Inis Oírr at 16:30 from the pier (drop-off point), but we would advise you present for boarding 20 minutes prior to ferry departure time.

Your TripAdvisor booking confirmation is not your ticket. Tickets must be collected at our ferry terminal at Rossaveel Port or in one of our Galway city offices located at 1 Victoria Place, Merchants Rd or at 37-39 Foster St, Galway City
Please allow extra time in peak season as it is extremely busy.

If you are driving to the pier:
We recommend you present for boarding at ferry gate 30 minutes prior to ferry departure time.
We depart from Rossaveel port - 23 miles west of Galway City centre. Passengers are advised to allow one hour driving time from the City to the Port. Please note that extra time must be allowed for parking at the harbour.

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • If trip is cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a full refund or may opt to sail on a different date.
Supplied by Aran Island Ferries

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Ferry Services
Port Transfers
Water Transfers
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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