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Scattery Island Tours Ltd

Scattery Island Tours Ltd

Explore a sacred monastic island and the stunning Shannon Estuary, where wildlife encounters and rich local stories await in a conservation-focused experience.

**Additional information can be found at http://www.discoverdolphins.ie/

OUR EXPERIENCES
We offer immersive heritage and marine experiences along Ireland’s wild Shannon Estuary. Our Scattery Island Tours bring travelers to a sacred monastic island—once my father’s home and now a protected heritage site and Special Area of Conservation. Through Discover Dolphins, guests encounter our resident dolphin population under a strict eco-code, combining wildlife education with rich local storytelling.

ABOUT US
We are a family-owned tourism business creating meaningful experiences on and around Scattery Island and the Shannon Estuary. Rooted in place, heritage, and conservation, our mission is to share the stories, wildlife, and cultural richness of this special region through low-impact, high-value experiences that benefit both visitors and the local community. We believe tourism should give back more than it takes.

OUR IMPACT
Our experiences bring tourism benefits to a rural coastal community that has historically seen little direct impact from the visitor economy. By connecting travelers to Scattery Island’s rich monastic heritage and the biodiversity of the Shannon Estuary, we promote conservation awareness, cultural preservation, and local pride. We follow national wildlife protection codes, employ locally, and offer accessible options for visitors with reduced mobility. As a family business with deep roots on the island, we champion a regenerative approach—ensuring tourism contributes positively to both place and people.

DETAILS
To learn more, contact: info@scatteryislandtours.com and discoverdolphinskilrush@gmail.com

What are your minimum and maximum group sizes?
1-30

Do you require visitors to pre-book?
Prebookings are not required, but are available

Do you have group rates?
Yes

Do you pay commissions to travel advisors?
Yes

What languages do you offer your services in?
French, German, Italian and Spanish for our Scattery Island Tours

When are you open?
Daily between May and September

What accommodations do you make for people living with disabilities?
Our passenger ferry is fully wheelchair accessible with a wheelchair accessible toilet onboard.