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Atlantic Coastal Cruises

ATLANTIC COASTAL CRUISES

Access Welcome Guide

Welcome to Atlantic Coastal Cruises

All crew members are committed to ensuring that all passengers experience the breath taking views and the feel of the fresh sea air on our cruise along the rugged and beautiful coastline of Donegal on your cruise to Sliabh Liag from the Killybegs Marina on the Wild Atlantic Way. On weather days we run a harbour cruise bringing in two lighthouses and an organic Salmon Fish Farm.

Crew and our Skipper Johnny will welcome you all when boarding the vessel ‘Sliabh Liag Allure’.

*We are wheelchair accessible and if there are any other access needs please do contact us and we will be delighted to offer our assistance as best we can.

A waterfront scene at sunset with a modern white building and rocky embankment beside calm water. The sky is mostly cloudy with sun peeking through, and there are buildings and parked vehicles in the background.
  • Contact Information

Phone Number: 00353 872214497
Email Address: cruises@atlanticcoastalcruises.com

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  • Getting Here

Car: Either travelling from Donegal Town direction or from Ardara, take the road N56. Twenty five mins approx from both towns.

Bus: R293 local link runs from Glencolumkille to Donegal and is €3 each way.

Nearest Airport is Carrickfinn Airport. Just over an hour away. F94 2RH.

Local Taxis: Conal Gillespie 0879111481 / Edward Kyles 0872487295

When entering Killybegs from Donegal or Ardara direction you drive past the first set of piers, follow the wall along the water edge, along the shore road and turn down at the pier where you will see the Marina with smaller vessels which is opposite Ahoy Cafe. Our Eircode F94 HE9R.

If you are travelling from Kilcar direction we are the pier just past Mooney Boats shop.

Key Accessibility Features

Dogs are very welcome onboard with us, as long as they do not interfere with other passengers. We also have water bowls provided on request.

Our wheelchair bathroom has hand railings  and is a spacious bathroom.

There is plenty free parking at the pier and also a free car park across the road from the Marina.

Air conditioning inside with a fully licensed bar and selling snacks also.

Accessible Destinations

There is a wide variety of restaurants and cafes in Killybegs. Lots of local fresh fish available.

Mellys Cafe Main street 074 9731093

Seafood Shack Main street 0892393094 (outside dining, dogs welcome)

Tara Hotel Main street accommodation 074 9741700 (https://www.tarahotel.ie/)

Andersons Boathouse Main street restaurant and accommodation 074 9731730 (https://andersonsboathouserestaurant.com/)

Take a tour of Shines Seafood and sample some of their wonderful tuna and sardines, which can be purchased now worldwide.

Parking: Opposite the Marina. Free car parking also beside this café, serving great food till 5.00pm. 1 minute walk from Marina. 

Emergency and Medical information

The nearest hospital is in Letterkenny.

There are two GP practices:

Dr Bourke, St Catherines Rd 074 9731148

Killybegs Family Health Centre, Shore Rd 074 9741122. There is a pharmacy adjacent to this practise and another pharmacy on the main street beside the Bay View hotel.

Defibrillator at Mooneys Boats shop on Shore Road and another at the Tourist Office at the town centre, situated at top of main pier.

Testimonials

The dolphins came to say hello
  This is a lovely relaxed boat trip with such friendly staff onboard. We had our two children (aged 8 & 5) with us and they were delighted to get to see the dolphins which swam alongside the boat for 15min or so. You have the option to move freely around the boat, sitting inside or outside and there’s tea and coffee on sale. This trip is definitely worth the money for the stunning views, the guides description of points of interest and those amazing dolphins if you’re lucky enough to spot them! At 3 hours it might be a bit long for younger children but couldn’t fault it otherwise!  
SHM314 via Trip Advisor, traveled with family
August 2021
A day to remember
  We went on the coastal tour, a beautiful day, fantastic views. Johnny & Patrice went to great trouble to find the phone number of a long lost friend of mine from Killybegs… amazing. On the return leg of the tour we were accompanied by about 6 dolphins weaving in and out along the stern – beautiful creatures. Lovely people, great trip, we’ll be back. Highly recommended.  
Brendan I via Trip Advisor
August 2021
Excellent Staff, Views and Experience
  The staff were so friendly, the trip was brilliant and got to see dolphins for a large part of the trip, the captain really knew what he was doing. Such a beautiful trip worth every penny.  
Angela J via Trip Advisor
September 2021
Two children on a boat look over the blue railing at two dolphins swimming in the dark water below.
The dolphins came to say hello
  This is a lovely relaxed boat trip with such friendly staff onboard. We had our two children (aged 8 & 5) with us and they were delighted to get to see the dolphins which swam alongside the boat for 15min or so. You have the option to move freely around the boat, sitting inside or outside and there’s tea and coffee on sale. This trip is definitely worth the money for the stunning views, the guides description of points of interest and those amazing dolphins if you’re lucky enough to spot them! At 3 hours it might be a bit long for younger children but couldn’t fault it otherwise!  
SHM314 via Trip Advisor, traveled with family
August 2021
A day to remember
  We went on the coastal tour, a beautiful day, fantastic views. Johnny & Patrice went to great trouble to find the phone number of a long lost friend of mine from Killybegs… amazing. On the return leg of the tour we were accompanied by about 6 dolphins weaving in and out along the stern – beautiful creatures. Lovely people, great trip, we’ll be back. Highly recommended.  
Brendan I via Trip Advisor
August 2021
a dolphin jumps out of the water as it swims alongside the boat
Excellent Staff, Views and Experience
  The staff were so friendly, the trip was brilliant and got to see dolphins for a large part of the trip, the captain really knew what he was doing. Such a beautiful trip worth every penny.  
Angela J via Trip Advisor
September 2021
Brilliant Cruise
  Am not a boat person but the water looked really calm so I said to my husband let’s go and do the cruise. It was brilliant the scenery the boat even went round in a circle to see the dolphins got lots of photos free drink if u where over 65.  
Ruth M via Trip Advisor
September 2021
Great Day
  What a beautiful boat trip. We saw dolphins and the captain made sure we all got to see them. The staff were really helpful and friendly. I woukd really recently this trip but take a warm coat, we went in September it was a lovely day but the Atlantic is cold.  
Jacqueline G via Trip Advisor
September 2021
A rocky cliff rises steeply from the sea, with a small, ancient stone tower perched at the top under a cloudy sky. Sparse greenery covers parts of the rugged rock face.
Stunning Boat Trip
  We went on a boat trip to the sliabh league cliffs during our visit to Donegal with the Atlantic Coast Cruise from Killybegs. The cruise staff were very friendly and the trip well organised. Ample time was given to view the cliffs in all their splender. Well worth taking the time to go and great value for money.  
Mary M via Trip Advisor
September 2021
Excellent Experience
  Went on this boat trip last month enjoyed it staff very nice and the scenery was excellent Would highly recommend it to anyone visiting the Killybegs area.  
Davis S via Trip Advisor
September 2021
Four dolphins swim close to the surface of the ocean, with only their dorsal fins visible above the water. A grassy shoreline and rocky coast are in the background.
A great trip & a bonus to see the dolphins
  A great boat trip along the scenic coast to Sliabh Liag cliffs. On the return journey we were lucky enough to see 2 separate pods of dolphins, they interacted with the boat, all the passengers had great opportunities to see the dolphins race alongside the boat. It was well organised, the staff were friendly & helpful. I plan to do it again next year & highly recommend the trip.  
Michele via Trip Advisor
August 2021

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