West Cork Ocean Life Tours

21/09/2024

(VL) We now have in stock our new title "The Magic of an Irish Rainforest - A Visual Journey" by Eoghan Daltun. Come at see https://birdwatchireland.ie/product/the-magic-of-an-irish-rainforest-a-visual-journey-pre-order-releases-24-09-24/

20/09/2024

Very news RIP Steve

All of us at BirdWatch Ireland are deeply shocked and saddened by the sudden passing yesterday of our friend and colleague Steve Wing, on his beloved Cape Clear Island.

Steve was the Wildlife Officer at our Cape Clear Bird Observatory for many years and, as anyone lucky enough to have met him will know, a truly lovely, kind man. We will be paying a full tribute to him and his life very soon and would like to express our deepest condolences to his friends and family at this very sad and difficult time. May he rest in peace.

14/09/2024

Tours Cannelled today do to weather conditions,Hopefully will get out Sunday

12/09/2024

Should a good watch

Fathaigh na Farraige🐳Tugtar léargas sa gclár seo ar an gcaidrimh atá ag muintir na hÉireann le siorcanna agus céiticigh. Ón am go mbítear ag seilg na hainmh...

10/09/2024

If a seal’s head pops up, you’re close enough! If it has to move away from you, it uses valuable energy and could get injured.

Follow these tips to get the ‘seal’ of approval when these animals are nearby:

✔ Keep your distance on land and water to ensure seals remain relaxed.

✔ Look for signs of stress, such as seals raising their heads and looking at you, bulging eyes (revealing the white parts around the iris), and any movement away from you. If you spot any of these, you’re too close, and it is time to move back.

✔ Keeping dogs on a lead is essential, as even the most trusted canine can decide to run over and investigate a hauled-out seal. Seals may become aggressive when they feel threatened, which could lead to your dog getting bitten and you getting hurt if you try to intervene.

✔ Finally, keep noise levels to a minimum – think about how you feel when you're trying to snooze on the beach!

More tips: https://orlo.uk/16b0H

09/09/2024

Yesterday evening my Camera kit was stolen off the pier in Reen.
See Cork Beo article

'It's my hobby but it's also for my business - it's like losing your right arm'

08/09/2024

My media and camera kit was stolen this evening off the pier in Reen while mooring the boat.15 minites.
All in a green black camera rucksack.
A lot of kit.
If anyone sees or can help
Please contact me or the Guards.

STOLEN CAMERA/RECORDING GEAR.

Please share.

A friends gear was stolen today (Sunday Sept 8th) in a grey/green rucksack from Reen Pier, Union Hall, West Cork, at approximately 1700.

It includes

Canon 80D camera.
Canon 70 to 300mm EF lense.
Canon 35 to 100mm lense.
GO PRO HERO 12 with bright orange floaty.
ZOOM H4N PRO sound recorder with Hydrophone.

If anybody hears anything or sees any gear for sale and is suspect please give me a shout.


The Southern Star Cork Beo The Skibbereen Eagle

05/09/2024

Spaces availible for our afternoon 1430 2 hr tour today Call Rory on 00353834066021 to book your spot

03/09/2024

Fantastic trips to be had trough September
After a difficult two months of trying weather,we now have perfect conditions for tours.
Book now; www.westcorkoceantours.ie
Or call Rory on 00353834066021.

West Cork Ocean Tours with Rory Jackson Experience an unforgettable adventure with Rory Jackson on the MV Kerry Head Looking for an unforgettable adventure on the open sea? Look no further than West Cork Ocean Tours! Our experienced captain will take you on a thrilling j

27/08/2024

Booking being taken for Thursday and Fridays morning and afternoon tours. see www.westcorkocentours.ie to book or phone Rory on 00353406 6021

20/08/2024

14/08/2024

With Irish Examiner – I just made it onto their weekly engagement list by being one of their top engagers! 🎉

11/08/2024

Afternoon tours daily;(weather permitting) never cease to amaze

24/07/2024

Still have spaces available on both weekend tours.
With the weather looking to improve considerably
See www.westcorkoceantours.ie to book .
Or call 0834066021 to make arrangements

West Cork Ocean Tours with Rory Jackson Experience an unforgettable adventure with Rory Jackson on the MV Kerry Head Looking for an unforgettable adventure on the open sea? Look no further than West Cork Ocean Tours! Our experienced captain will take you on a thrilling j

22/07/2024

With The Coffee Cup in Reen Union Hall – I just got recognized as one of their top fans! 🎉

15/07/2024

Great have some of the many common dolphins spotted yesterday join us as we went back to the harbour.

15/07/2024

Lovely afternoon short trip today nice Harbor Porpoise activity and seals.

15/07/2024

Update afternoon trip no on.Due to poor sea conditions our trips are cancelled for this morning.
Great weekend of dolphin and whale action

14/07/2024

Great spot to refresh and refuel before and after a trip

Delighted to announce we will be across the water in Castletownshend with our second coffee cup tomorrow for Cork county coastal rowing regatta kicking off at 9am but don’t worry we will be open from 8am to serve you morning fuel ☕️ to set you up for the day 🚣‍♀️

Best of luck to everyone involved it’s sure to be a great day! Remember we are still open in Reen 10.30-5.30 but will be in Castletownshend 8am onwards, looking forward to seeing ye all 🥰

Photo credits 📷 to the brilliant Alison Miles OSM PHOTOS for the fabulous pic of the coffee cup in all its glory 🩷

13/07/2024

What a great day supporting the annual Galley head swim with Team 28 Recycled teenagers X3 completing the 10km Swim https://www.galleyheadswim.com/w

01/07/2024

Fantastic trip yesterday with Many Dolphins, and a Harbour porpoise spotted throughout the trip.
Also a great selection of seabirds including many Puffins and Shearwaters and an Arctic Skua seen here, Great Picture here by Marcin Banasiak https://www.instagram.com/marcinbanasiak_?igsh=bmN6MXd0ZHZ4NXY0

20/06/2024

We are currently on a break from trips due to A Survey and also weather conditions over the weekend.hopefully back to normal by next weekend

01/06/2024

Great afternoon trip with Dolphins joining us on the trip south. www westcorkoceantours.ie

27/05/2024

June bank holiday weekend is looking fantastic for our boat tours.Spaces available on all weekend tours.see www.westcorkoceantours.ie
Or call 0834066021 for more information.

21/05/2024

Epic times on the water this May with lots of Basking sharks everywhere Rissos Dolphins out south,Sunfish (Mola Mola),a baby baskers and dolphin too. As well as Puffins and larger common Dolphin feeding during yesterday's tour.

12/05/2024

With Intothewild Ireland – I just got recognized as one of their top fans! 🎉

12/05/2024

Basking shark in Scullane bay

05/05/2024

Great afternoon with Baking sharks moving about everywhere.

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04/05/2024

Baskers are back!!!

Tours running each day this weekend!