Fungi the Dingle Dolphin

In 1984, a young bottle-nosed dolphin started to appear at the mouth of Dingle Harbour. The now world-famous dolphin has remained in Dingle since, and has become both a friend to the locals and a great "attraction" for visitors.
Every June and July, schools of dolphins are to be seen in the area, although usually further offshore, and once or twice Fungi has been seen playing with these groups.

Its a rear experience to be able to swim with a dolphin. Here in Dingle Bay you have the opportunity to hire wet suits, gloves, boots, fins, a snorkel, & goggles and avail of a two hour long boat trip out to see Fungi in he's natural environment. Once you arrive at the mouth of the harbour you can jump in and spend time swimming around or just watch him dive around you.
At the Quayside B&B, you are one minutes from the head of the pier where you have the chance to see Fungi, wild and free in his natural habitat. On the two hour early morning swimming trips from 08.00 to 10.00, the visitor has the chance to swim with Fungi in the peace and tranquility of Dingle Harbour. Fungi boat trips as apposed to swimming trips) leave in the hour every hour.

Cycling Around the Dingle Peninsula

Cycling is a healthy way of getting around and seeing the Dingle Peninsula. The coastline here is beautiful with it's varied topography.From mountain roads to quite country lanes where all you may encounter is a heard of sheep! Cyclists Map of West Kerry by Laurence Jones is a really good guide for cycling enthusiasts detailing trails, roads and outlining sites of interest. This is available in most book shops and post offices in Dingle. We will gladly organise bikes to rent at very affordable prices while staying at the Quayside B&B.

The Great Blasket Islands

The Great Blasket Island, the most westerly point in Europe, is the largest of a group of islands located just 3 miles off the tip of the Dingle Peninsula. The Great Blasket Island, separated from the mainland by the Blasket Sound, is by far the largest of the islands. Inishvickillane, Inishnabro and Tearaght Island are to the West and South West of the Great Blasket The remaining island Beginish is a small, low-lying island.

The Island in the twentieth century was home to some of the country's most important native Gaelic writers. Their work, in the native Gaelic and through translations into English and other languages has achieved worldwide recognition. The Blasket Islands are of great importance for breeding seabirds. The sea cliffs, and deep ocean ensure the Islands are home to a diversity of breeding seabirds amongst the highest in Ireland or Britain.

Enjoy a fascinating 2-3 hour guided tour of the most westerly islands in Europe with a Blascket Island Eco Tour. Cruise among whales, porpoises and dolphins while looking out for seals,puffins,gannets and other rare seabirds. This tour is a true gem! Again, we will gladly book your spot on this once in a lifetime trip!

Amenities

At The Quayside, location is one of our biggest attractions. You will find the best traditional music pubs, art/craft shops, boutique's and cafés on our doorstep while still enjoying the views of Europe's most Westerly pier.

Every night of the week a traditional Irish music session takes place, which will take your breath away!

In recent years, Dingle has become renowned for its quality food. There is something for everyone however, from great pub grub to the exquisite seafood restaurant's, the best you are ever likely to eat in. Of course, most of the seafood will have been caught locally. The trawlers (boats) can be seen from the Quayside B&B arriving into port, ladened with fish you may be ordering that same evening in one of the many eateries! Why not leave it up to us to make a reservation that will suit you