Explore Dublin Bay's Wonders Like Never Before with the Irish National Sailing and Powerboat School this October!

6th October 2023

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Heading out on a boat ride from Dun Laoghaire Harbour. These captivating excursions occur on Saturday and Sunday afternoons from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. throughout October. It's the perfect opportunity to gather your family and friends for a memorable outing

Are you in search of an exhilarating aquatic adventure this October? Look no further! The Irish National Sailing & Powerboat School are thrilled to introduce an exclusive offer that promises to make your weekend unforgettable.

October Exclusive Season Finale: Boat Trip Excursions

Embark on an exciting boat ride along the enchanting Dublin Bay for just €20 per adult and €5 per child.

These captivating excursions take place on Saturday and Sunday afternoons from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. throughout October. It's the perfect opportunity to gather your family and friends for a memorable outing.

Embark on an exciting boat ride along the enchanting Dublin Bay for just €20 per adult and €5 per child.

Why Choose an Irish National Sailing & Powerboat School?

Their boat trips are designed to accommodate adventurers of all ages, with commercially licensed skippers and vessels meeting the Department of the Marine's MSO requirements.

Dalkey Island: A site of ancient and historic remains on Dublin Bay

What's on the Itinerary?

Commence your adventure by meeting at their West Pier headquarters, where you'll be provided with the latest waterproof overalls (just in case of a splash!) and equipped with life jackets. Then, you depart from the heart of Dun Laoghaire Harbour.

Begin your INSS adventure on Dublin Bay with waterproof overalls (just in case of a splash!) and equipped with life jackets. Then, you depart from the heart of Dun Laoghaire Harbour

This journey offers a fresh perspective on the West and East Piers, guiding you to Dun Laoghaire Baths, Sandycove, where you'll see the iconic 40 Foot, Coliemore Harbour, Dalkey Island, and Killiney Beach, where you may spot the Sugarloaf Mountain and Bono's house! This enchanting voyage unveils a unique view of some of Ireland's most breathtaking coastal vistas.

Wildlife Encounters:

Keep an eye out for the chance to witness dolphins, seals, and seagulls in their natural habitat. You are bound to come across these animals throughout the voyage so don't forget to have the cameras at the ready!

A Touch of History:

Dun Laoghaire Baths: Recently reopened after an €18 million refurbishment, featuring a new 35-metre-long jetty and a statue of Roger Casement.

Sandycove 40ft: Wave to the swimmers! -This iconic location has been a year-round swimming spot for over 250 years.

Dalkey Island: A site of ancient and historic remains, with artefacts dating back to the Mesolithic era!

Killiney Beach: Located about 10 miles south of Dublin city, easily accessible via the nearby Dart line, which you will be able to spot from the boat!

Wicklow Sugar Loaf: A distinctive conical-shaped mountain dominating the Wicklow skyline, viewable from afar!

Whether you're a seasoned sailor or someone who's never set foot on a boat before, these boat trips are the ideal introduction to the world of water adventures, ensuring that everyone can participate and enjoy. To secure your spot on one of the highly sought-after boat trips, please click here. Don't delay; seats are limited, and this exclusive October offer won't last forever!

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Kenneth Rumball

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Kenny Rumball is the Principal of the Irish National Sailing School in Dun Laoghaire Harbour. He is a multi dinghy champion and offshore sailor. In 2018 he was awarded the Royal Ocean Racing Club's Seamanship Trophy for a Man Overboard Rescue in the Round Ireland Race. In May 2020 he embarked on a mixed offshore doublehanded keelboat campaign with Pamela Lee.

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History of the INSS

Set up by Alistair Rumball in 1978, the sailing school had very humble beginnings, with the original clubhouse situated on the first floor of what is now a charity shop on Dun Laoghaire's main street. Through the late 1970s and 1980s, the business began to establish a foothold, and Alistair's late brother Arthur set up the chandler Viking Marine during this period, which he ran until selling on to its present owners in 1999.

In 1991, the Irish National Sailing School relocated to its current premises at the foot of the West Pier. Throughout the 1990s the business continued to build on its reputation and became the training institution of choice for budding sailors. The 2000s saw the business break barriers - firstly by introducing more people to the water than any other organisation, and secondly pioneering low-cost course fees, thereby rubbishing the assertion that sailing is an expensive sport.

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