International Marine, Lighthouse Tourism & Maritime Heritage Conference
Dublin Castle 7th & 8th October 2025
Surprise someone with a boat tour around iconic Fastnet Rock Lighthouse
For generations, the majestic and isolated Fastnet Rock Lighthouse has fired the imaginations of onlookers: known as Ireland’s Teardrop, it was, for many thousands of emigrants, the last Irish structure seen as their ship carried them away to America.
Surprise the adventurer in your life with a voyage to Cape Clear Island, one of West Cork’s charming unspoilt Gaeltacht islands, to learn more about the famous lighthouse. Some eight miles out to sea, on your trip you’ll hear some cuplá focail and have some free time for lunch or a warming cuppa.
You’ll then pop back on board, sailing further out into the Atlantic – through whale and dolphin rich waters – to the voyage’s ultimate destination, iconic Fastnet Rock Lighthouse. You’ll circumnavigate the rock at close quarters twice, perfect for that once-in-a-lifetime photo opportunity.

Tour Details | Operated by Cape Clear Ferries
Terms & Conditions
Return ferry trip to Cape Clear Island (from Baltimore or Schull). Journey to the island approx. 45 mins.
2 hours free time on Cape Clear to explore the island on foot or simply enjoy lunch by the harbour.
Return ferry trip around the Fastnet Rock Lighthouse from Cape Clear Island.
Total day trip approx. 5.5 hours.
Vouchers can be used against any sailing options operated by capeclearferries.com or fastnettour.com
Fastnet tours operate from late March-October – all sailings weather dependent.
We do our utmost to facilitate all passengers but those in wheelchairs are asked to contact us directly for further assistance.
International Marine, Lighthouse Tourism & Maritime Heritage Conference
Dublin Castle 7th & 8th October 2025