Top Experiences in Gap of Dunloe (Bearna an Choimín)

The Gap of Dunloe Tour is a must do for visitors to Killarney. The ‘Adventure’ begins daily from our head office at O’Connor’s Pub, 7 High St., Killarney at 10:00am for check in. We can also collect clients from their accommodation in the Killarney area.

Your journey begins with a bus trip to Kate Kearney’s Cottage or Ross Castle (recommended starting point for walkers as it allows more time). From here visitors make the 7 mile walk (please allow 2.5 to 3 hours for the walk). For those who do not wish to walk Jaunting cart’s are also available (at extra cost of €25 per person) to take the clients through the natural unspoilt beauty of the Black Valley, a walker’s paradise.

Upon reaching Lord Brandon’s Cottage, there will be time to enjoy refreshments (not included) at the Cafe, before taking your boat trip through the Lakes of Killarney to Ross Castle where your bus will be waiting to take you back to Killarney. As noted, this tour can also be done in reverse.

Client's experience the beauty of the Lakes of Killarney and then travel through the Gap of Dunloe at their leisure to take in the breathtaking sights of the Black Valley and the stunning scenery of the Gap of Dunloe.

Discover the beautiful Lakes of Killarney and the breath-taking Gap of Dunloe with our Bus, Boat & Jaunting Cart Tour.

The tour includes full bus transfers (in the morning and return in the afternoon) and a boat journey through the three Lakes of Killarney (approximately 90 minutes in length).

Please note the Jaunting cart price is not included in this tour. The journey through the Gap of Dunloe (approximately 7mile/11km) takes the Jaunting cart's approximately 1.5 to 2 hours to make the journey.

Please Note - The Jaunting Cars are a separate business to Gap of Dunloe Tours and are an additional cost to the tour price. You pay the Ponymen direct for the Jaunting Car journey. The charge is €120 per jaunting cart, and the cart carries a maximum of 4 people. Please bring cash to pay the Ponymen.

The Gap of Dunloe day tour is a journey which encompasses Killarney’s entire National Park. During the tour, guests will see such sights as the Gap of Dunloe, the Old Weir Bridge and Ross Castle.
The tour involves 3 separate stages:

1. Bus Transport from our office at the Old Weir Lodge on Muckross Road, Killarney to Kate Kearney’s Cottage at the beginning of the Gap of Dunloe.

2. Travel through the world famous glacial valley that is the Gap of Dunloe. Horse and carriage transport is available to rent (extra payable directly to the ponyman) when you arrive at Kate Kearney’s Cottage. Alternatively, you can walk through the ‘Gap’.

3. Boat transport through the National Park with one of our experienced Drivers. The boat tour brings you through the lakes and rivers of the Park. A guided tour by the driver full of folklore and legends will ensure a memorable day for all ages.

Note: depending on water levels, a moderate walk through an uneven wooded area may be required.

What better way to visit Killarney National Park than with a local native experienced accredited guide! Drive through the Gap of Dunloe, visit Ladies View, Torc Waterfall, Muckross Gardens, Muckross Abbey, Ross Castle and more.

Make your way to the internationally renowned Killarney National Park. Come here for the scenic beauty of stunning lakes, mountains and woods. Explore the magnificent McGillycuddy's Reeks, the highest mountain range in Ireland which rises to a height of over 1000 metres.
Experience hassle-free private luxury transportation around Killarney National Park. Travel in comfort and admire views of the Irish countryside during the trip. Skip the hassle of rental cars, unfamiliar roads and finding the parking space. We will pick you up drive you around and drop off in Killarney and surroundings, your Hotel, B&B or any other location around Killarney

Amazing and best tour to visit the Killarney National Park.

Considering a walking, rambling or hiking tour? Look no further as The Gap of Dunloe is 7 miles (11 kilometers) and takes approximately 2 hrs 30 minutes.

If visitors are not up for walking or hiking then there is an alternative of the traditional Irish Jaunting Carriage (horse and carriage) to take visitors through the Gap of Dunloe. The extra cost is E 35 per person for the Horse Carriages and payable directly .

Boats will be waiting to escort the visitors through the magnificent three Lakes of Killarney to Ross Castle.

An amazing adventure tour.