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Riverboat Adventures

Enjoy an open boat excursion along the gentle flowing River Barrow in County Kilkenny.

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Where
The Quay, Graiguenamanagh, CarlowDirections
Cost
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Ages
No specific child age guidance is stated
Phone
+353852726795
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What to expect

Enjoy an open boat excursion along the gentle flowing River Barrow in County Kilkenny. All tours depart from the quayside in the picturesque town of Graiguenamanagh, nestled on the border between the counties of Kilkenny and Carlow in south east Ireland.

The boat can carry a maximum capacity of 12 passengers and each tour lasts up to one hour. The tour operates seven days a week. Trips depart Graiguenamanagh Quay travelling to Upper Tinnahinch Lock and Ballykeenan Lock.

Marvel at the dramatic scenery and spectacular wooded valleys. Look out for local wildlife and lock houses, where lock keepers once lived. Travel the old navigations and lateral canals once used by the Guinness barges.

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  • Nature and Wildlife
  • Boat
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The Quay, Graiguenamanagh, Carlow

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