Donegal Bay Waterbus
An outdoor boat-trip in Donegal Town
No visit to Donegal Town is complete without a trip on the Donegal Bay Waterbus. This spacious, fully equipped vessel offers daily 75 to 80 minute tours of Donegal Bay with its many islands and abundant wildlife.
At a glance
Rainy day pick
A great choice when the weather is against you
What parents should know
No visit to Donegal Town is complete without a trip on the Donegal Bay Waterbus.
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Information source
Summary and location information adapted from Fáilte Ireland’s Tourism Activities and Attractions dataset, accessed 7 September 2026. Source: https://data.gov.ie/dataset/tourism-activities-and-attractions. Licensed under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/. Check the venue’s own website for current visitor arrangements.
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Last checked 24 May 2026, 22:08.
Sailing times vary daily based on tides and weather. Operating office open approximately 09:00-17:00 based on third-party sources. Multiple daily sailings typically morning, afternoon, and evening when tidal conditions permit. Advance booking strongly advised.
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Donegal Town
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