All of these tours are fully guided and offer visitors the chance to learn about the importance of a wetland habitat and what it encompasses with one of our Wildlife & Nature Guides.
Guided Nature Tours
What's on at the Park
Halloween Scavenger Hunt
Sat 18th & Sun 19th, Sat 25th - Fri, 31st October
Bee Survey Sept 2025
Friday 12 Sept 2025
Pedalo Boats: Fun on the Water
Open daily, weather permitting
Plan your visit to Tralee Bay Wetlands
Find out more about what's on offer, for a great day out. There's so much to see at Tralee Bay Wetlands, from Eco Tours to Nature Talks, Groups Tours or just relaxing at our Lakeside Café.
Our Self Guided Tours make it easy for you to enjoy and explore the Wetlands Nature Reserve at your own pace, whether it be taking in the stunning views from our twenty-metre Viewing and Observation Tower to walking bugs-eye view of the plants, insects and smaller mammals the Wetlands Reserve has to offer. What will you discover on our journey through the Wetlands. You may also be interested in our Guided Tours.
Want to listen to our Self-Guided Nature Tour, click on the link below.
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A unique trip on a safari style boat with a passionate and enthusiastic guide
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Spotter Sheets to help identify the species of insects, plants ad bird you can meet in the wetlands
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Access to our 20m viewing tower and walking trails following the tour
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A life jacket
- It is important to listen to the safety briefing given by your guide and to wear the life jacket provide at all times.
- We ask that you remain seated on this boat at all times (no leaning over on the boat).
- It is also important to realise that what species you encounter on this tour are effected by the weather and season
- It is recommended to bring rain gear and sun protection, this close to the Atlantic on the West coast of Ireland you could need both on the same tour.
This boat tour uses an electric motor so as not to disturb any of the wildlife, giving visitors the best opportunity to encounter the animals of the wetlands. This immersive trip is led by our resident ecologists which will help visitors spot and identify the birds, amphibians and dazzling wetlands insects like our dragon flies.
Visitors will be entranced by the beauty and tranquillity of the reserve, this tour will animate the history and folklore of the area; giving insight into the important connections between biodiversity and the generations of people who have depended on and how this wetland area is managed to respect that.
What Our Visitors Say
Paul
Went on a guided walk with Thomas. He and the place fantastic. Learned new things in a friendly, conversational way. Felt energised and recharged in mind and body afterwards. A brilliant experience. Highly recommended.
Review from TripAdvisor Reviews
February 2023
Joe
The views were amazing across Dingle Peninsula. Cafe on site of tea and cake. VFM. Helpful staff. You can spend a lovely afternoon here.
Review from TripAdvisor Reviews
September 2023
279familyh
The tour guides Tom and Alan were amazing. We had a group of over 20 people -university students, professors and a nine year old- and everyone enjoyed themselves. The tour guides even repaired my daughter’s stuffed animal buddy with cello tape and imagination! A memory she won’t soon forget. A real look into Irish natural beauty, wildlife flora etc. Great cafe as well and clean facilities with lots of educational materials- incredibly friendly helpful local staff! Highly recommend!
Review from TripAdvisor Reviews
July 2023
Andrew
Really interesting and well-organised investment has created a super environment for a wetland experience. The lay out of the space, the hides, the reeds, and the other facilities are really impressive. Ducks and swans in residence and a wonderful array of other birds (herons, curlews, egrets) in the vicinity.
Review from TripAdvisor Reviews
August 2020
Shirley
Amazing gem of a place. Staff outshine in all aspects of the activities. I can’t believe we have never been before. Highly recommend
Review from Facebook Reviews
August 2022
Our Multi-Sensory Experience at the Wetlands
Staying connected to Nature will bring you on a pathway to greater wellness!
Explore Our Wetlands
Take the time to relax in Nature while visiting the Nature Reserve.
Discover Yourself
Unplug from daily life at Tralee Bay Wetlands, quieten your mind and take in the sights, sounds and smells that surround you.
Protect Our Environment
Learning how to Protect Our Environment is our top priority. Reduce the impact and let us help save the planet.
Experience Nature
Nature is all around us, why not take time to do pond dipping and scavenger hunt.
Walk in Wilderness
Take the journey through the Nature BoardWalk.
Lakeside Café
Experience the smell of the coffee and tastes of the local food as you relax in nature.
