Snorkel boat trip

Snorkel Carrick-a-rede

Cruise west from Ballycastle past Kinbane Castle to the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, then snorkel there with a professional guide.

  • Duration 3 hours
  • Departs Ballycastle Marina
  • Minimum age 8 years
  • Included Mask, snorkel, fins & lifejacket
  • Guide Snorkel lesson with a professional
  • Private charter Up to 12 guests
Live prices and availability in the booking calendar
  • Local skippers on MCA-coded boats
  • All snorkel gear & lifejackets included
  • Suitable from age 8

What you'll see

Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge

Snorkel at this beautiful and historic site, beneath the famous rope bridge.

Kinbane Castle

Pass the ruins of Kinbane Castle on the spectacular shoreline west of Ballycastle.

Snorkel lesson

Get a lesson on snorkelling from a professional guide – all equipment provided.

Great for families

Suitable from age 8, with non-snorkelling tickets for anyone who'd rather stay on board.

About the trip

Departing from Ballycastle Marina and travelling west along the spectacular shoreline, you'll pass the ruins of Kinbane Castle before exploring the coastline up to the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge.

At this beautiful and historic site you'll get a lesson on snorkelling with a professional guide, then get in and explore. All equipment is provided.

What's included

  • 3-hour tour
  • Snorkelling lesson with a professional guide
  • Mask, snorkel and fins
  • Lifejackets

Not included

  • Tips or gratuities

Choose your date

Pick a day and time, choose your tickets and pay securely. You'll get your confirmation by email straight away.

Meeting point

  • Ballycastle Marina – your meeting time is in your booking confirmation

What to bring

  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Swimwear
  • A towel

Good to know

  • Suitable for ages 8 and over.
  • Non-snorkelling tickets are available.
  • Sea sessions depend on the weather and sea conditions. If it isn't safe, we'll contact you to rearrange.
  • Bookings are non-refundable.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the trip?

About 3 hours.

Do I need snorkelling experience?

No – you'll get a lesson from a professional guide, and all equipment is provided.

How old do you need to be?

The trip is suitable for ages 8 and over.

Where do we meet?

At Ballycastle Marina. Your meeting time is in your booking confirmation.

Can we book the boat privately?

Yes – choose the Private Charter option (up to 12 passengers) in the booking calendar.

What happens if the weather is bad?

Sea sessions depend on the weather and sea conditions. If it isn't safe, we'll contact you to rearrange.

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