The Saltee Islands are one of the most recognizable landmarks off the south Wexford coastline. It is a wildlife lovers paradise. stm_aix("p0i5","p0i0",[0,"Contact","","",-1,-1,0,"CONTACT%20PAGE.htm"],100,0); visitors are  allowed on the Great Saltee between 11:30 a.m. and 4:30

Book your hotel in Saltee Islands and pay later with Expedia. There is a dirt path the whole way around the island so you don't disturb the animals. The larger island, Great Saltee, is the most famous bird sanctuary in Ireland and is very popular with both day-trippers and birdwatchers alike.

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We saw Gannets & puffins.

more. The population of fulmars, too, play their part in all of this avian splendor. respect the above requests and leave the Great Saltee as you found BE MADE. Saltee More information about the island’s wildlife can be found at www.salteeislands.info, © 2019 - 2020 Saltee Ferry | Kilmore Quay | Wexford | Ireland | Provided by. foot fall is having a devastating effect on the bird 1974. [citation needed].

stm_em(); We booked with the very efficient boat owner Declan. Together the islands cover an area of 1.2 square kilometers. The day we went was super with plenty of sunshine which definitely is a plus as it gives the island a fantastic illumination under the sun's rays.

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It is advisable to book your place on the ferry well in advance, especially during the peak summer months of July and August. stm_aix("p1i0","p0i0",[0,"Information ","","",-1,-1,0,"BIRDS%20PAGE.htm","_self","","","","",7,6,0,"","",0,0,0,0,1,"#FFFFFF",0,"#FFFFFF",0,"","",3,3,0,0,"#FFFFFF","#FFFFFF","#999999","#666666","10pt 'Arial','Verdana'","10pt 'Arial','Verdana'"]); stm_aix("p1i1","p1i0",[0,"Observatory","","",-1,-1,0,"OBSERVATORY%20PAGE.htm"]); The islands are formed on some of the most ancient rock in Europe dating back to Pre-Cambrian times. The islands are privately owned and located 5 or so kilometres from Kilmore Quay in the county of Wexford in the southeast of Ireland.

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We got the 10am ferry and were picked up again at 2pm which is exactly the right. Whale and dolphin watching at certain times of the year. Ok so we took the ferry over to the Saltee Islands at 12pm. Bluebells cover the islands in early summer. The path from the landing point leads you to Prince Michael’s throne and obelisk. The day we went was super with plenty of sunshine which definitely is a plus as it gives the island a fantastic illumination under the sun's rays. You have to enable JavaScript in your browser. Deane, C.D. The island is about 1 mile x 1.5 miles and as you amble up and down over the grassy terrain you eventually come to a fantastic vista of cliffs, sea and birds in full flight. The islands are privately owned but have been very generously made available to all for many many years. With the weather and availability probably best to text a few days in advance to see if he's planning to go and book a slot then. They have been inhabited by Early Christians, Vikings, Normans and medieval monks who farmed the islands and fished the bountiful waters around the island. [2], The islands are based on Pre-Cambrian bedrock between 600 million and 2 billion years old. The Saltee Islands are situated approximately 5km off the coast of Kilmore Quay County Wexford. A definite must for anyone visiting the area. We also saw wheatears and plenty of butterflies. In the early evening the sight of puffins congregating in large groups by their nests presents an extraordinary sight. These are stm_aix("p2i2","p1i0",[0,"Saltees Trophy","","",-1,-1,0,"Trophy%20Page.htm"]); between 600 and 2000 million years old. Bookings can be made by sending a text message to Declan on 087 252 9736, Daily Departures A Special Area of Conservation, the islands are a unique place to visit. There are no facilities on the island and there is no shelter from the elements. Great Saltee, the island which you visit on the routine boat trip fro Kilmore Quay is a bird sanctuary – and an incredible one at that. The Saltee Islands are one of the most recognizable landmarks off the south Wexford coastline. 7 December. The trip allows you about 3 hours on the island which is about right. (subject to weather and seasonality), Please confirm your departure time when booking. We had a pleasant trip with Declan and his first mate Cian (good luck with your results!) geoschol.com report. The gannet colony on the cliffs at the Southwest corner of the island is one of the three main colonies found in Ireland. Please follow all directional safety issues: *  Please remember you are in The trip allows you about 3 hours on the island which is about right. A trip to the Saltee Islands is a popular day out. Together the islands cover an area of 1.2 square kilometers. Bring good footwear and mind your footing as the pathway has holes and can be slippery in some areas. You will get your feet wet at landing where we were watched by some curious seals. approved within these hours. The waters around the islands can be treacherous, hence the area is known as the "Graveyard of a Thousand Ships and the islands their tombstones". If things do not improve with the bird population

NPWS (2011) Conservation Objectives: Saltee Islands SAC 000707 and Saltee Islands SPA 004002. We'll definitely be back again in Puffin season. The conservation area specifically addresses: the mud and sand flats on the mainland coastline as well as those surrounding the mainland facing sides of Little Saltee; large shallow inlets and bays to the west of an imaginary line joining Kilmore Quay and Great Saltee; reefs throughout the entire area; the vegetated sea cliffs which surround both islands; sea caves along the south coast of Great Saltee and the entire area as a grey seal habitat with specific reference to both islands as important sites, including for breeding, along with some areas further out also of interest as moult and resting haul-out sites. The day we went was super with plenty of sunshine which definitely is a plus as it gives the island a fantastic illumination under the sun's rays. rubbish you might have as rare birds and Please bring suitable clothing for the weather on the day.

Curious seals pop up and down just off shore so it really is a nice days event.

Primitive Stone Age man first settled there before history was recorded and carved out an existence. stm_aix("p0i4","p0i0",[0,"Photographs","","",-1,-1,0,"PHOTOGRAPHS%20PAGE.htm","_self","","","","",7,6,0,"","",0,0,0,0,1,"#FFFFFF",0,"#FFFFFF",0,"","",3,3,0,0,"#FFFFFF","#FFFFFF"]); forbidden as it is intrusive and a danger to the birds. We took a boat from Kilmore Quay to the Saltee Islands, leaving at 12 and returning at 4.30. it. Coordinates: 52°07′N 6°36′W / 52.117°N 6.600°W / 52.117; -6.600, Great Saltee, the larger of the two islands, "CNA17: Population by Off Shore Island, Sex and Year". stm_ep();

Is this attraction a good place to visit on a, Is this a romantic place or activity that you would suggest for, Are the prices for this place or activity, Is this a must-do if you are travelling with a, Well worth a visit, if you enjoy just spending time walking around an Island at your leisure, having that space away, listening to the sound of the sea, and wildlife around. So come prepared with appropriate clothing/footwear for the walk. stm_ep();

WILL NOT BE GIVEN FOR OVERNIGHT STAYS AT ANY TIME.

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and Do it. A Special Area of Conservation, the islands are a unique place to visit. He left spot on time. The two islands are Great Saltee (89 hectares) and Little Saltee (37 hectares). Ok so we took the ferry over to the Saltee Islands at 12pm.