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Skellig Michael Safety Video

All visitors to Skellig Michael must watch the video below

It is mandatory that all visitors watch the OPW safety on Skellig Michael video above before embarking on a landing tour. It is paramount that potential visitors are aware of what the landing tour entails and the rugged nature of Skellig Michael before booking.

The Skellig Landing tour is not a sheltered harbour cruise but a journey 12 kilometres (8 miles) out onto the open Atlantic Ocean. Sea conditions can often be challenging, particularly for those unaccustomed to travelling on the open sea. You need to carefully consider whether this tour is suitable or not for you.

Weather

Be ready to face potentially challenging weather conditions such as strong winds or rain that may occur during the boat ride or climb

Age Restrictions

Only visitors over the age of 14 are allowed to land on Skellig Michael

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Suitable Clothing and Footwear

Required attire

It is an OPW governance requirement that all visitors landing on Skellig Michael are dressed appropriately for the trip. Visitors are required to have suitable outdoor clothing, footwear with ankle support/sturdy walking boots (not flat soles) and a waterproof raincoat.

You will be refused boarding if you do not have suitable clothing/footwear during an inspection before the commencement of the tour.

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Fitness and Health

This tour may not be suitable for visitors that suffer from any of the following health conditions: Heart conditions, respiratory conditions such as asthma, musculoskeletal conditions, vertigo, or seizures.

Fitness

Visitors to Skellig Michael are required to have a strong amount of fitness to undertake the landing tour. There are 618 steps to the monastery on Skellig Michael, and some are quite steep in certain areas along the path.

Physical Condtions

This tour requires excellent mobility, sure-footedness, and a strong sense of balance. These physical abilities are essential to meeting the challenge of stepping onto the Skellig Michael pier from a floating platform that may be in motion, as well as the challenge of navigating the uneven surfaces and steep stairways on the island.

Important Info

What to bring with you

Packed lunch and water

Food and drink

Bring any food or drink you may need as there are no shops on the island. Please prioritise reusable and sustainable containers over single-use plastics.

Attire

Spare clothing

Bring a spare change of clothes in case you get wet or cold.

Sea sickness or personal

Medication

If you think you might need sea-sickness medication, bring it along as well as any required personal medications to ensure your well-being during the tour.

FAQ for Skellig Landing Tour

How long is the boat trip to Skellig Michael?

The ferry crossing to Skellig Michael takes about 45 minutes.

How much time do you spend on Skellig Michael?

You have approximately 2 and a half hours to explore Skellig Michael on the landing tour

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