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Explore Killarney National Park: Book Your Killarney, Kerry Tour for You
Experience a scenic, small-group jaunting car tour through Killarney National Park, where you’ll travel along park routes that are not accessible by car and enjoy some of the most breathtaking mountain and lake views across the Lakes of Killarney; this traditional jaunting car ride in Killarney, Kerry offers panoramic vistas inside a UNESCO world heritage site. You’ll stay warm with woollen blankets supplied on board, have the chance to feed the friendly horses carrots and apples, and appreciate a focused, intimate tour style that highlights the parklands and unforgettable landscapes you came to see.
About this activity in Killarney
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Highlights
- Experience sweeping panoramic views of Killarney National Park and the Lakes of Killarney from a traditional jaunting car, traveling along park-only routes inaccessible to cars.
- Enjoy an intimate small-group tour with a professional guide who shares local history, folklore and on-board commentary about the region’s landscapes and heritage.
- Stay comfortable in woollen blankets provided on cooler days and deepen the connection with nature by feeding the friendly horses carrots or apples if you wish.
- Tour through UNESCO-recognised scenery for unforgettable mountain-and-lake vistas-perfect for families, couples and nature lovers exploring the area.
Important Information
- Your booking includes expert commentary on history and folklore from the guide, plus all jaunting car narration throughout the journey in Killarney National Park.
- The tour is suitable for all fitness levels; infants may ride in a pram or stroller or sit on an adult’s lap, and service animals are permitted.
- Public transport options are available nearby for easy access to the meeting point; please arrive a few minutes early to check in with your driver.
- Woollen blankets are provided for cooler weather; you may bring small horse treats (carrots or apples) if you want to feed the horses during the tour.
Meeting Point
Meet at the official jaunting car departure point near Ross Castle in Killarney National Park-look for the stable area where drivers and carriages wait and check in with your guide a few minutes before departure.
Includes
- History and folklore: you’ll hear stories and cultural context that bring the region’s past to life in Killarney and the surrounding area
- Professional guide: a knowledgeable guide leads the experience, offering expert insights and local perspective as you explore here
- On-board commentary: enjoy informative on-board commentary that complements stops and views throughout the route
Other
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, making it easier to navigate trails and meeting points around Killarney
- Service animals allowed, so you can bring accredited assistance animals with you during the activity
- Public transportation options are available nearby, allowing you to reach the meeting point in the town or the area with ease
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap for safety during transport segments
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels, so you can enjoy the experience whether you prefer a relaxed pace or steady walking
Customer Reviews
10/10
Based on 10 Reviews
Summary:
My tour was short but sweet. I couldn’t make my scheduled tour time but Damien and Maggie (the horse) were very accommodating and postponed it past tour hours so I could enjoy a bit of the park before it got dark. The carriage was lovely and the provided blankets made the tour cozy despite the cold wind. I learned a lot in a short time. Highly recommend!
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Summary:
Great experience with Jason (aka J). He filled us in on history and local happenings. Greta experience that exceeded our expectations. We loved that it was done with a smaller tour company!
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Summary:
Damian was both knowledgeable and personable. We thoroughly enjoyed our ride with he and Maggie. We also liked the idea that he has a small family business and we like to support that. Damian also gave us some excellent recommendations. We had dinner at Cronins, ice cream at Murphys and music twice at The Grand. It was all better than grand it was amazing!!! Thank you.
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Know more about Killarney
You’ll travel along park routes in a traditional jaunting car where motor vehicles can’t go, enjoying panoramic mountain and lake views across the famous Lakes of Killarney. The small-group format and onboard commentary from a professional guide bring the park’s history and folklore to life for a memorable sightseeing tour.
Yes. Wollen blankets are provided onboard to keep you warm while you take in the spectacular landscapes and panoramic views across the lakes and mountains.
Yes. A professional guide provides onboard commentary that covers history and folklore, so you’ll gain cultural and natural insights as you explore the UNESCO world heritage site’s landscapes.
Yes. The tour is family-friendly and designed for all fitness levels; infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller and are required to sit on an adult’s lap. You can also make the experience fun for kids by bringing carrots or apples to feed the horses.
Unlike regular vehicle routes, the jaunting car follows park trails that aren’t accessible by car, giving you intimate access to some of the most picturesque and secluded viewpoints across the Lakes of Killarney and surrounding mountains.
Yes. This operator focuses on small-group tours, ensuring a more personal experience and unobstructed panoramic views across the lakes and mountains during your scenic jaunting car ride.
