Kayaking and Rafting are popular sports taking place on the River Liffey, the Royal Canal, and Dublin Bay. These active tours give you the opportunity to see Dublin City from a completely different perspective!

Kayaking
 

City Kayaking operates from its base at the Dublin City Moorings beside the International Financial Services Centre (IFSC) on the River Liffey right in the heart of Dublin City.

Using sit-on-top kayaks makes this activity ideal for beginners looking to try out kayaking, locals, and tourists interested in seeing the city from a different angle.

With wetsuits and splash proof gear available for use all you need to bring is a change of clothes that you don’t mind getting wet, a towel and old runners and you’re ready to go. They will kit you out with buoyancy aids and helmets and you’ll be on your way.

Group Outings

Whether it’s a birthday party, a class outing, a work gang or a group of friends looking to get out and do something different, you’re guaranteed to have a great time. City Kayaking caters to groups of all shapes and sizes.
Duration:    2 Hours

Kayak Rentals

You can rent a Kayak on the weekends working around the scheduled river trips. These supervised rentals operate between Samuel Beckett Bridge and Talbot bridge. Your instructor will give you a few tips and tricks to get you going and will be supervising you with a safety boat should you need any help.

Admission Fees:

Adult: from €29 for 2 hour duration
Child (12 and Under 12 years) : from €25 for 2 hour duration
minimum age is 6 years old

Opening Hours:

Check online as times vary depending on the day.

Location:

Dublin Under Sail
Dublin City Moorings, 
Custom House Quay, 
IFSC, Dublin

City Kayaking is located 15 minute walk from the Castle Hotel.
Public transport can also be taken, our front desk staff will be able to guide you on these.
 

Kayaking.ie Is located in one of Dublin's beautiful seaside villages so why not try kayaking in Dalkey? The award winning guided kayak tours run on a daily basis lasting 3 hours and are suitable for complete beginners. All of the gear and equipment are provided so all you need to worry about is having fun and watching out for those friendly seals. 

Admission Fees:

Adult: from €29 for 2 hour duration
Child (12 and Under 12 years) : from €25 for 2 hour duration
minimum age is 6 years old

Opening Hours:

Tours Run Thurs – Sun @ 9.30am and Every Day (Except Tuesdays ) @ 2pm.
Sunset tours on Thurs & Fri evenings at 6.30pm so you can enjoy a stunning Dublin Bay sunset.

Location:

Bullock Harbour 
Dalkey, 
Co. Dublin

Bulllock Harbour is located 25 minute drive from the Castle Hotel.
Public transport can also be taken, our front desk staff will be able to guide you on these.
 

Rafting
 

The Canoe centre runs a great day out, rafting down the river Liffey through the strawberry beds. Leave the hustle and bustle of the city for a few hours.

The price is per raft, each raft has a maximum capacity of 8. They provide all the relevant technical safety equipment required i.e. buoyancy aids, helmets, cagoule jackets, etc. Experienced raft guide and the river transport shuttle. If you have your own wetsuits you can bring them along. If not you can rent them at an additional cost of €5.

The ability to swim is not a requirement for taking part in rafting trips.
Duration: 2 - 2.5hrs on the water.

Admission Fees:

From €55per person depending on the raft chosen

Opening Hours:

Opening times vary, you will need to check these online

Location:

Canoe Centre,
Mill Lane,
Redcowfarm,
Palmerstown,
D20 DY26

The Canoe Centre is located 20 minute drive from the Castle Hotel.
Public transport can also be taken, our front desk staff will be able to guide you on these.