Dublin Bay Seal Kayaking Safari at Dalkey
Overview
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3 hours
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Our stunning kayak tour has been voted as one of the best things to in Dublin by the Irish Times and is currently listed as the number one thing to do in Dalkey on Trip Advisor.
This kayak tour offers a unique opportunity to interact with wild seals in their natural environment without disturbing them. It's also a chance to experience historic Dalkey island and all a stone's throw from the capital city.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
After we meet you, we give you a wetsuit and all the equipment and we show you how to use it. You need to bring spare footwear to wear in the kayak eg old runners or water shoes. You need to be able to swim to do this kayak tour. You don't need to be a champion swimmer but you need to be happy floating in the water wearing a buoyancy aid in the event of a capsize. Next, we get on the water in historic Bullock Harbour and go kayaking along the stunning Dalkey coastline, even to Dalkey Island when the weather allows. You will be treated to stunning views of Dublin Bay which is a UNESCO biosphere. Then we will encounter the friendly Dalkey seals. They will play around our kayaks as we paddle past them. We will also see the wonderful birdlife. Scenic stops with lots of interesting information complete the tour whereupon we kayak back to Bullock Harbour
What‘s Included
wetsuit, kayak, paddle, buoyancy aid
Please bring spare footwear and something to wear under a wetsuit eg. swimming togs or base layers
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Dublin Bay Seal Kayaking Safari at Dalkey
Reviews
381 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Seals were cute. Fun and factual.
Daydream68479402046,,Sep 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great way to view Dublin through a different perspective. Amazing fun and we saw plenty of seals! Our guide Phil was great too, had lots of facts about the bay and was very happy to help. Cannot recommend anymore. 5 stars!!!!!
Great fun!
lynnewY7124ZE,,Sep 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great way to spend an afternoon and brilliant to be able to see the seals up close. Jenny and Amy were great guides. Lots of fun would definitely recommend
The best way to spend some time in Dalkey <3
emalined2025,,Sep 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an amazing experience! It was my first time visiting Ireland, and both tour guides made sure it was a day to remember. I've never had the chance to see seals that close, and I was able to take a great video of a baby seal pup coming up to my kayak :) Altogether it was a great time, I highly recommend - 5/5 stars
A great day out. Highly recommend
Tom H,,Aug 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A great day. You get to kayak along the coast which cool to see from this perspective. Philip who ran the tour was very good. He has lots of interesting information about the history of the area and the animals in the bay. We got really close to plenty of seals as well which was a highlight.
Perfect Saturday morning in Dalkey
brendank641,,Aug 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience and we felt we were being looked after and kept safe all the time. It helped that the weather was perfect
Good idea to bring a...
Emma G,,Aug 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Good idea to bring a spare change of clothes after. Philip, our kayak instructor, was amazing! Very knowledgeable about the natural and cultural history of the area.
Fabulous sea kayaking on a summer Sunday
GoPlaces438973,,Aug 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Wonderful way to spend a sunny summers day messing about in a kayak in Dublin. Jenny and Amy gave simple and very effective instructions on how paddle and steer and stay onboard. Jenny added to the experience telling us all about the harbour, the sea, and even the mountains. She brought us to where we were sure to see the nosy seals. We had a great time and lots of laughs. I cant wait to do it again. Kayak, oar, wet suit and buoyancy aid provided plus a place to lock your valuable in while you kayak
Dalkey island kayak trip
Criona L,,Aug 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic day . The leaders were very competent. We were in safe hand . Great trip to Dalkey island . Fab weather . Highly recommend
Highly Recommended!
michelleaA137AV,,Aug 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an amazing experience and the best thing we did while in Dublin. Jenna and Amy were excellent guides on the water and helped us to know exactly what to expect before getting started. The kayaks were very stable, with singles and doubles to choose from, and wetsuits were in good shape. In their capable hands, we were able to thoroughly enjoy the views and the seals!
Dalky island tour - 10/10
JohnE4375,,Aug 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great day out with Jenny, we were very lucky to be the only two people on the tour and it was amazing!! The weather was perfect, there was so much wildlife and interesting things to see and Jenny was a fantastic guide. Highly recommend this tour to anyone!
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