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Explore Ireland’s
Hidden Waterway Treasures!

Next Boat: ll:00 am – Return at 3:00 pm

An Authentic Experience
Showcasing Waterford & Wexford
Waterways & Nature

SALTEE
FERRY

Puffin Island

THE BARROW PRINCESS

NEW ROSS

Wexford River

Cruise
THE BRAND STORY

It Begins with a Story where Three Sisters meet…

As you sit in modern day comfort you can imagine the history of the river coming to life. From the annals of ancient Celtic lore to modern day affiliations this is a unique trip through Irish history amid the panoramic landscape.
Map illustration showing the rivers Nore, Barrow, and Suir in Ireland. Key landmarks include Rose F. Kennedy Bridge, JFK Arboretum, and Waterford. The map highlights nearby roads, bridges, and geographic features.
what people say about us

Experience the Thrill of our Boat Trips

Fantastic day on The Barrow Princess

Staff were superb. We were offered blankets and they were very attentive. Cruise was great. All round a great day!

Rob from Ireland

Rezgo Reviews

My wife Mags and I loved our return trip from New Ross to Waterford on Saturday 17th August. It was so relaxed and peaceful, the staff were lovely and treated everybody exceptionally well. 

Mags

Rezgo Reviews

We all – 2 parents and 4 children – very much enjoyed our voyage from New Ross to Waterford and back on the Barrow Princess. The vessel is impressively clean and ‘ship shape and maintains a comfortable and brisk enough speed of about 15kmh (about cycling speed). It is also very stable and so not the slightest thought of mal de mer.

Stefanie from Ireland

Rezgo Reviews

Blessed with a beautiful day to travel with the Saltee Ferry out to the Island for one of the best experiences I’ve ever had in Ireland. The lads on the ferry are really great. Super friendly and organised. enjoyed the boat trip out to Saltee then the wee trip ashore in the rib. Also enjoyed the wet landing 🙂

leebee77

TripAdvisor
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Cruise From New Ross Marina on The Barrow Princess

Enjoy a relaxing boat trip along the river taking in the wonderful scenery and sights of the rivers Barrow and Suir.

Our cosy lounge is a comfortable spot to enjoy some morning coffee or afternoon tea. We have a selection of hot and cold beverages, fresh scones, pastries and snacks available.

See Hidden Gems

From our outdoor upper deck stunning panoramic views absorb you as the boat passes by woodland, forest, salt marshes and built heritage sites.

Slow Down

Soak up the serenity of the peaceful countryside as we meander between the ports of New Ross and Waterford, while enjoying some on board refreshments.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

FAQs

As required by law, lifejackets for all passengers are stowed onboard for use in the event of an emergency. Passengers are not required to wear a lifejacket on the ferry boat. Nor is the captain required to provide a lifejacket for this journey.

On arrival at the Saltee Islands, passengers must put on a lifejacket before disembarking from the ferry boat to the dinghy (small boat), to be brought to shore.

Due to the limited amount of space on the boat and the dinghy transfer across to the island, should you wish to bring a buggy we would ask that it be extremely lightweight and foldable.

Note: the island terrain is rugged. At the landing area you  will need to climb the set of ancient stone steps to access the rest of the island. There are no level paths. Paths are worn tracks by walkers and uneven from animals digging and burrowing. It is not buggy-friendly.

No. All of our sailings are scheduled. Passenger lists for each scheduled crossing cannot be changed.

Note: the island terrain is rugged. At the landing area you  will need to climb the set of ancient stone steps to access the rest of the island. There are no level paths. Paths are worn tracks by walkers and uneven from animals digging and burrowing. It is not buggy-friendly.

The trip is not suitable for anyone with any limited mobility. The boat trip includes stepping from the main boat to a small dinghy to go ashore. There is no landing dock or pier. On arrival, you may need to step into the water’s edge when getting out of the dinghy.  There could be seaweed, or loose slippery stones along the shore. Conditions vary daily, depending on weather and tide, and are beyond our control.

To leave the beach, there are uneven stone steps to climb. The island itself is wild terrain with no built pathways. Rabbits and other wildlife can cause disturbance in the ground making the surface very uneven in parts.

Caution is advised for all visitors. Children should be constantly supervised at all times by an accompanying adult.

Yes, it is strongly advised that you reserve your place through our online booking system as the boat fills up fast. 

 

Yes we do.  If the availability required for your group is not available online then please contact us directly. 

 

No, we can only accept bookings through our online booking system.

For group bookings that cannot be accommodated by our online system, please contact us directly.

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