The "Corrib Queen" departs Oughterard pier daily at 11:00am, EXCEPT TUESDAYS, and sails onto Ashford Castle. En route passengers experience excellent views of the Connemara Mountains, Lough Corrib's 365 islands and pass very close to Inisheanbo, one of the most beautiful islands on the lake. You will arrive at Ashford Castle Cong at approx 12:00 noon and passengers have the option of taking the 1km walk to the quaint village of Cong, famous as the location of John Ford's 1951 classic Hollywood movie "The Quiet Man". Passengers also have the option of enjoying the beautiful grounds of Ashford Castle, former summer home of the Guinness Family.

At 2:30pm passengers will then board the "Isle Of Inisfree" which sails to Inchagoill Island. On the island, passengers are given a guided tour at St. Patricks monastic site, which dates back to the 5th century. After the guided tour, passengers then board the "Corrib Queen" which departs the island for Oughterard at approx 4:15pm, arriving in Oughterard at 4:45pm.
Please visit their website: http://www.corribcruises.com/

Killary Cruises:

Killary Cruises welcomes you to the unspoiled splendour of the Killary, Ireland's only Fjord. No visit to Connemara would be complete without a visit to Killary Fjord. The nine mile long inlet boasts some of the finest scenery in the West of Ireland, and because of its sheltered nature, its waters are always calm.

Their purpose built cruise ship, which can accommodate up to 150 passengers, has been designed to offer the maximum of comfort and safety to their guests, and also to offer them uninterrupted views of the spectacular scenery which makes the Killary such a unique place to visit.

Their vessel "The Connemara Lady" is wheelchair accessible and is very suitable for young and old alike. They also offer a no sea-sickness money back guarantee!
Please visit their website: http://www.killarycruises.com/

Pony Trekking:

Moycullen Riding Centre is situated just a few miles from Galway city, in the magnificent surroudings of the Connemara countryside, making it an ideal trekking venue.

The centre specialises in Trekking and caters for all levels, from beginners to experienced riders. They offer:

• Horse and Ponies to suit all Ages and Standards.
• Beautiful Scenic Bogroad Trekking
• Lessons Given
• Trail Rides
• AIRE Approved
• Qualified Instructors

They aim to give their visitors an enjoyable and unforgettable horse riding experience.
Please visit their website: http://www.moycullenriding.com/

Golden Sandy Beaches:

Located along the Irish coast in the peaceful hamlet of Glassilaun, the Glassilaun Beach is a pristine stretch of untouched shores that beckon to vacationers and families.

Gurteen Bay is set back-to-back with Dogs Bay and filled with the clearest Atlantic water, that can be enjoyed for swimming and almost every type of aquatic sports. The sand is pure white, as it is not formed of quartz but of shells exclusively. These beaches are a real pleasure just to walk along and be in tune with nature, with its sea bird life and Fauna.

Silverstrand has a safe, shallow, sandy beach of approximately 0.25km bounded on one side by a cliff and the other by rocks. It is particularly popular with and suitable for young families. It faces directly into Galway Bay giving spectacular views. There is a promenade with parking capacity for about 60 vehicles. It is suitable for swimming at low tide but the beach is largely covered during high tides. It is lifeguarded during the summer months.

There are lots of other things to do in the area, to keep you, and the kids, busy during your holiday!

e.g.,

• Leisureland
• Atlantiquaria
• Dartfield Horse Museum
• Athenry Heritage Centre
• Westport Leisure Park
• Portumna Forest Park