Causeway Coast classic
Causeway Coast boat trip
Giant's Causeway, Skerries & Dunluce Castle from Portstewart or Portrush
See the Giant's Causeway, Dunluce Castle, White Rocks and the Skerries from the sea on a 2½-hour boat trip from Portstewart or Portrush.
- Duration 2 hours 30 minutes
- Departs Portstewart Harbour
- Also picks up Portrush Harbour
- Group size Up to 12 guests
- Wheelchair access From Portrush
- Good for Families & sightseers
- Local skippers on MCA-coded boats
- Small groups – up to 12 guests
- Instant online confirmation
What you'll see
Giant's Causeway
See the famous basalt columns from the water – a geological wonder of the world.
Dunluce Castle
The dramatic 14th-century castle ruins perched on the cliff edge.
White Rocks & the Skerries
Cretaceous chalk cliffs and a chain of islands that's a site of special scientific interest.
Marine wildlife
Look out for harbour seals, grey seals, dolphins, porpoises and seabirds. Sightings are never guaranteed!
About the trip
Depart Portstewart Harbour, with a further pickup at Portrush 10 minutes later, for a 2½ hour boat trip along the magnificent Causeway Coast.
Visit sights such as the Skerries, a site of special scientific interest, the famous Cretaceous chalk cliffs at White Rocks, the 14th-century Dunluce Castle and the incredible Giant's Causeway, a geological wonder of the world. During the trip there is also a chance of seeing some of our spectacular marine creatures, although there are never any guarantees!
Bring a keen sense of adventure and your binoculars to look out for harbour seals, grey seals, dolphins, porpoises and many seabirds along the way.
What's included
- 2.5 hour boat tour
- 2 pick-up locations – Portstewart Harbour or Portrush Harbour
Choose your date
Pick a day and time, choose your tickets and pay securely. You'll get your confirmation by email straight away.
Meeting points
- Portstewart Harbour – main departure point
- Portrush Harbour – pickup about 10 minutes later
What to bring
- Weather-appropriate clothing and a waterproof
- Binoculars and a camera
- Sun cream and sunglasses
Good to know
- At Portstewart you may need to climb down a ladder to board. If you have limited mobility, please board at Portrush.
- Wheelchair accessible from Portrush only.
- Tips are not included.
- All trips depend on the weather and sea conditions. If it isn't safe to sail, we'll contact you to rearrange.
- Bookings are non-refundable.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the trip?
The trip lasts about 2 hours 30 minutes.
Where do we board?
The boat departs Portstewart Harbour and picks up at Portrush Harbour about 10 minutes later.
Is the boat wheelchair accessible?
Yes, from Portrush. At Portstewart you may need to climb down a ladder, so if you have limited mobility please board at Portrush.
Will we see dolphins or seals?
There's a good chance of seeing seals, dolphins, porpoises and seabirds, but wildlife is wild, so sightings can never be guaranteed.
What happens if the weather is bad?
All trips depend on the weather and sea conditions. If it isn't safe to sail, we'll contact you to rearrange.
