Skellig worth the trip?

Old Feb 9th, 2006, 08:26 AM
  #1  
Original Poster
 
Join Date: Feb 2006
Posts: 146
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Skellig worth the trip?

This is my first Fodors post! Love the site--checking it regularly for my 1st trip to Ireland this fall. My question is this: the trip to the Skellig Islands sounds right up my alley but is it worth fighting the RoK tourists to get out there? I plan to hit the Aran Islands soon after arriving and I'd rather spend 2-3 days exploring the Dingle Peninsula than the RoK. And if I don't make too many stops along the way, how long should I budget for the trip out to Skellig (probably staying in Portmagee the night before) and then on to An Da
chemgirl is offline  
Old Feb 9th, 2006, 08:28 AM
  #2  
Original Poster
 
Join Date: Feb 2006
Posts: 146
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Oops! Did I mention this is my first post?! Ok, so I want to head for An Daingean after spending a couple days in Kenmare. Should I skip Skellig or is it a 'must-see'? Thanks!
chemgirl is offline  
Old Feb 9th, 2006, 12:23 PM
  #3  
 
Join Date: Jan 2003
Posts: 167
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Don't know your full itinerary, but yes, the Skelligs are worth the trip. If your schedule is too full, though, you may want to save for another trip, as overplanning can steal the pleasure from the whole experience. The Arans are good, Doolin, Dingle, etc. I'm not sure but there may be a boat out of Dingle, which would save the road trip, although not too bad comparatively speaking. And, there won't be the usual hordes of tourists on the road in the fall. Have a great time.
Keenan is offline  
Old Feb 9th, 2006, 12:38 PM
  #4  
 
Join Date: Mar 2003
Posts: 149
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Skellig Michael can be worth the trip, however in the fall it's unlikely the boats will be running. As an alternative, think about trying for the Great Blasket Island on Dingle. But it will depend on when you're there, as weather can ground the ferry. Check with your B&B or hotel, they should be able to tell you. It's really worth the time, though be sure to pack a lunch!
KateIP is offline  
Old Feb 11th, 2006, 05:08 PM
  #5  
 
Join Date: Apr 2004
Posts: 91
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Hey chemgirl,
We went to Skellig Michael in April and I was concerned that the boats wouldn't be running. The tourist centre in Kenmare gave me the phone number of the boat captain and I was able to schedule a trip with him. 3 boats went out that day so I do think they go, weather dependant, much of the year.

We thought it was a highlight - the birds are incredible and you do feel like you're on a tiny rock in the middle of the ocean. It's something to picture living in a monastery there.

We also enjoyed seeing the RoK - it was the low season and no-one was there. The boat brings you back early afternoon and we then drove up over the spine of the peninsula - wonderful, lonely drive.
McShane is offline  
Related Topics
Thread
Original Poster
Forum
Replies
Last Post
drea
Europe
5
Apr 1st, 2008 04:17 PM
irishiningo
Europe
3
Sep 2nd, 2006 04:11 PM
thursday
Europe
6
Feb 24th, 2006 12:19 PM
allisonm
Europe
7
Sep 15th, 2004 11:31 AM
brizzy
Europe
7
Jun 5th, 2003 05:16 PM

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are Off
Pingbacks are Off
Refbacks are On


Thread Tools
Search this Thread

Contact Us - Manage Preferences - Archive - Advertising - Cookie Policy - Privacy Statement - Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information -