Rathlin Seals & Lighthouses Tour with Kintra Boat Tours from Ballycastle, photo 3 of 24

All year round

The seals of Rathlin

The seals never leave Rathlin. Our seal tours sail from mid-August to the end of September, and in spring and summer you meet them on our puffin tours.

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Meet the locals

They rest on the rocks at Rue Point, basking in the sun if it is out. Sometimes they swim close to the boat with their heads bobbing above the water, having a good look at us.

We keep the engine low and take our time. We never promise wildlife, but our crew will always help you spot them.

Wild Rathlin: Seals, Lighthouses & Island Landing Experience with Kintra Boat Tours from Ballycastle, photo 24 of 30

Lighthouses, cliffs and Bruce's Cave

We sail by Fair Head, the tallest cliff face in Northern Ireland, and past Rue Point Lighthouse at Rathlin's southern tip. Depending on the best conditions on the day, we go on to the East Light or the West Light.

Additionally, we swing by Bruce's Cave, where Robert the Bruce sheltered in 1306. Our guides have some amazing stories about it.

Puffins, Seals & Lighthouses Tour with Kintra Boat Tours from Ballycastle, photo 10 of 24

Please be at the boat 15 minutes before departure. Bring warm, waterproof clothes and wear flat shoes. Every sailing depends on the sea conditions.

The seals are waiting

Two hours on the water, or add an hour ashore on Rathlin.