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Whalewatching Humpback whales West Cork

When it comes to unique wildlife encounters there are few things as breath-taking and humbling as coming face to face with the world's largest creatures. Whale watching is one of those activities … ...find out more.

Research and Conservation

The Primary Observation Deck on the Holly Jo

Cork Whale Watch believes passionately in the power of evidence based scientific research to inform and enhance whale and dolphin conservation. Colin Barnes has worked closely with the Irish Whale … ...find out more.

Latest from the Skipper

Short-beaked common dolphins were abundant in West Cork since May, © Pádraig Whooley .

Let’s hope June wasn’t a false start to season

After the best June weather in years (sunniest since 1940, according to Met Eireann ) the calm sea produced some excellent whale watching in idyllic conditions. Minke whale visits to the boat became … ...read more

A large basking shark

Unprecedented sand eel numbers great news for whale watching in West Cork

As predicted in my previous log, we now have an intense bloom of plankton in full swing, and the sea is green, far more than blue, with rich phytoplankton. Not predicted, is the incredible amount of … ...read more

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Schedule and Bookings

Common Dolphin on a West Cork Whale Watching trip with Cork Whale Watch

Cork Whale Watch offers four hour whale watching trips throughout the year when conditions are suitable. NB. Whale Watching is weather dependent and we can't run trips every day. Please call the … ...find out more.

Frequently Asked Questions

A humpback whale encountered on a West Cork whale watching trip on the Holly Jo

You'll find answers to many of the questions people ask us regularly in the FAQ section below -- just click on the question you're interested in to reveal the answer you're looking for -- or use the … ...find out more.