There are at least two must-do's whether on a short or long visit to skibbereen.These are:
Night Kayak on Lough Hyne
This is a spectacular experience on ireland's only tidal lake. set off from the northern shore and kayak in a clock-wise circumnavigation of the lake. don't miss the opportunity to see the phosphorescence. thanks to a combination of zero light pollution and temperature, the lakeâs phyto-plankton light up like fireflies when agitated. the effect is most impressive on the dark nights from may to october. the nightly trip, offered by international kayak champion jim kennedy of atlantic sea kayaking, costs â¬45 per person and takes two and a half hours. it is suitable for all adult kayakers, novice or experienced, and scheduled trips for families are also available.
myguideIreland-experience
Marsh road, curragh commercial park, tel +353 21 4655500 [email protected], myguideireland. historical walking tour starting at the town hall at 11am, 364 days per year this walking tour of the town explains many of the area's contributions to local, national and world history. from pirates to princes to freedom fighters, this town has many a story to tell. the tour takes about one and a half hours and costs â¬12.