Killaloe River Cruises

Killaloe River Cruises Killaloe River Cruises provide daily one hour tours of the River Shannon and Lough Derg. The relaxing tour is accompanied by a captain and crew.

Step on board one of our modern, clean, safe and comfortable passenger boats, in their idyllic setting on the shores of Lough Derg, Ireland’s pleasure lake with its breath-taking views of Counties Clare and Tipperary, Killaloe River Cruises provide sight-seeing tours on Ireland’s finest waterway, the River Shannon. The views from our purpose built cruise boats offer the best opportunity to explore

and capture the River Shannon, its wildlife and spectacular scenery. Both of our boats depart from the quay on Lakeside Drive, Ballina Killaloe. The towns have been awarded the heritage town status because of their rich and historic past. Killaloe/Ballina offers a wide variety of shops, boutiques and walking trails. Later you can stop off at the restaurants and bars each with its own brand of cuisine and fine pints. Killaloe River Cruises have been in operation from Killaloe/Ballina since the year 1999. James Whelan the owner of both boats has worked in the boat hire business since 1991. His father who owns Whelan’s Foodstore in the town decided to start hiring boats as people were constantly inquiring in the shop as to the possibility of taking in the local scenery. James first started with a small 12 seater passenger boat that was purchased in Dingle Co. Kerry and then brought to Killaloe and called the “Brian Boru”. In the year 2000 a new 50 seater passenger boat called the “Spirit of Killaloe” was acquired. It was launched on the 27th of May 2000 by Sheila de Valera Minister for the Arts, Heritage, Gaeltacht and the Islands. In 2004 James was joined by his girlfriend Aoife. The couple bought their second passenger boat in March 2010, the Spirit of Lough Derg. “We offer a quality, value, local tourism experience that will delight you, your family and friends”.

31/07/2026

Buzzing for the Bank Holiday Weekend 🙌 😎 Looking forward to welcoming you all on Board Killaloe Cruises

It's not too late to lock in the summer memories, you know the one's they still talk about years later ! Go on, make pla...
29/07/2026

It's not too late to lock in the summer memories, you know the one's they still talk about years later ! Go on, make plans, we're cruising daily. Link to book your spot in the comments below 👇

26/07/2026

Make Sundays even easier! Come cruise with us

Any guesses what James said here to make these two laugh ? 🤣👌 Honestly, we love nothing more than seeing people enjoy Lo...
24/07/2026

Any guesses what James said here to make these two laugh ? 🤣👌 Honestly, we love nothing more than seeing people enjoy Lough Derg. We're crusing all weekend, come on down for a giggle

We are living for the midweek adventures in this beautiful weather 😍 create family memories on board Killaloe River Crui...
22/07/2026

We are living for the midweek adventures in this beautiful weather 😍 create family memories on board Killaloe River Cruises , book now , link in comments 👇

Cruising on Lough Derg with Killaloe River Cruises ⛴️Lough Derg is Ireland’s third-largest lake, spanning Counties Clar...
18/07/2026

Cruising on Lough Derg with Killaloe River Cruises ⛴️

Lough Derg is Ireland’s third-largest lake, spanning Counties Clare, Galway, and Tipperary. As the final major lake on the River Shannon, it is a major hub for boating, fishing, and water sports. The picturesque twin towns of Killaloe and Ballina sit at its southern tip.

17/07/2026

Make the most of the weekend 😎 We're cruising Daily.

Just a reminder , all cruise times and booking info is on our website, linked in comments below 😀 weekend spaces are boo...
14/07/2026

Just a reminder , all cruise times and booking info is on our website, linked in comments below 😀 weekend spaces are booking up quickly so book early , enjoy the sunshine while its here.

This weather is just perfect 👌 🥂 We love to see you all making the most of it, please feel free to share pics in comment...
11/07/2026

This weather is just perfect 👌 🥂 We love to see you all making the most of it, please feel free to share pics in comments

Doggies and their humans are always welcome 🐕
09/07/2026

Doggies and their humans are always welcome 🐕

Address

Lakeside Drive Ballina
Killaloe
CO.CLARE

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 6pm
Sunday 9am - 6pm

Telephone

0868140559

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