7 Arches Kayak Tour
Overview
The 7 Arches Kayak Tour is a unique display of caves, sea arches and sea stacks engraved into the coastline through millions of years of coastal erosion.
Kayaking along the Donegal Coast to discover the 7th wonder of the wild Atlantic way, The 7 Arches, with its own private beach and waterfall hidden in plain sight.
Spotting dolphins, mink whales, seals, wild minks, sea otters, swans, gulls, herrings and eider duck are spotted often on these tours.
Don’t forget to take a snack to enjoy in this coastal paradise.
The tour is 9km in distance and 4hours duration and best suited to paddlers with some experience.
Tour is not ideally suitable for 1st timers, children under 16years or those with lower back problems.
What's Included
- Wetsuits, Buoyance Aid, Helmet
Meeting Location
Fanad Way
Croaghross, Co. Donegal, Ireland
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Discover the Seven Arches.
The 7th wonder of the Wild Atlantic Way in Donegal.
On this guided half-day kayaking tour you will Explore the Portsalon Caves as well as hidden beaches and coves along the scenic Fanad coastline.
Visit a private beach with its own waterfall inside a cave formed by millions of years of erosion that’s only accessible by kayak.
Navigate the rugged Fanad coastline on this kayaking experience.
Enjoy an easy pace kaysking tour with stops and rest opportunities along the way.
Tour is best suited for paddlers with some experience, not first-timers
Kayak, paddle, wetsuit, and buoyancy aid provide
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not Suitable for those with Lower Back Pain
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Not Suitable for Children under the age of 16years
- Calm Sea and settled weather is needed for this activity for the safety our customers and our staff. We Constantly monitor the weather to ensure that conditions are favourable and safety of our group and staff will always come first. Cancelation of an experience will be a last resort.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (13)
Q: Are there any weight restrictions for kayaking?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-200964P19
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Average 4.75 out of 5 stars based on 4 traveler reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (13)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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The maximum weight capacity for kayaking is 340 lbs / 154 kg.
Nov 2021No experience is necessary! Beginners are welcome on all of our kayak tours. Most of our guests have never been in a sea kayak before. Anyone in average physical condition may join a kayak tour. If you can hike or bike, you can paddle our sea kayaks. You do not need any swimming skills either.
The only prerequisite is a healthy spirit of curiosity and adventure.
Regardless of age or skill level you will find that our expeditions offer enough flexibility to make your experience with us safe and rewarding. We will show you proper sea kayaking technique and water safety before leaving the beach. And your expert guides will be with you throughout the adventure to give you pointers and improve your skills.
Sep 2022As an active member of the Dolphin SMART program, we do not have physical contact with the dolphins on 7 Arches Kayak Tour. We watch them in their natural habitat from the boat.
Dec 2022Your safety is City Balloon Tours’s number one concern. In general, sea kayaking is safer than most other outdoor pursuits, even bicycling.
Jan 2023If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Wetsuits, Buoyance Aid, Helmet.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 17..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the 7 Arches Kayak Tour is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not Suitable for those with Lower Back Pain
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for 7 Arches Kayak Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Wetsuits, Buoyance Aid, Helmet
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not Suitable for those with Lower Back Pain
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Not Suitable for Children under the age of 16years
- Calm Sea and settled weather is needed for this activity for the safety our customers and our staff. We Constantly monitor the weather to ensure that conditions are favourable and safety of our group and staff will always come first. Cancelation of an experience will be a last resort.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
