Scenic Highlights
Steamers Quay
We depart from historic Steamers Quay with views of Galway Cathedral, the Salmon Weir, the Eglington Canal and the iconic pillars of the Galway to Clifden Railway Line
NUIG
Established in 1845, the campus of Galway’s University now stretches along much of the west bank of the River Corrib
Terryland Castle
Terryland Castle or “Old Castle” was built by the DeBurgo Family to defend the original ford at this location. This ancient castle has seen many rebellions and wars in it’s 500 year history
Menlo Castle
Home to the famous Lord Valentine Blake or ‘Sunday Boy Blake’ as he was known locally. The Georgian mansion was the scene of a dramatic fire in 1910.
Annaghdown Tragedy
Near Menlo Village we pass over the site of the Annaghdown tragedy as immortalised in Anthony Raftery’s Poem Anach Cuan.
Wildlife
Lough Corrib is a Special Area of Conservation, bird sanctuary and Unesco Wetland of International Importance. It is home to Herons, Coots, Cormorants and many Swan Families that we see along the trip as well as the chance to see a jumping wild salmon.
Lough Corrib
The largest lake in the Republic of Ireland. Calm and crystal clear waters. Connemara mountains are visible to the West.