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Skellig Michael

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  • 10-10-2018 3:42pm
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    The Darkroom
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    Hi lads I'm looking to . . hopefully. . . get a private boat to this island as I'm looking to photograph it for an hour or whatever time is possible as part of a series on monastic life in Ireland.

    I'm wondering does anybody know anyone who runs private trips for say two to three people? I'm guessing the season is over but would be great if anyone out there knows anyone.


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    [Deleted User]
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    If you're talking about getting on to the island, I understand that when the season is over, it's over - even if weather permitted (which is unlikely) you are not allowed land a boat there. Not sure anyone has a licence to so so off season.


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    JonathonS
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    Access outside the OPW permitted season is prohibited. However OPW staff do land outside the season to carry out works on the island. You should contact them to find out if they would permit you to land, and under what conditions (eg must be accompanied by OPW staff).

    Details on the boats available are easily found online. A call to a couple would help you to identify one who might bring you out. Note - their insurance may limit their passenger-carrying activity from Sept/Oct to March, I'm not sure on that point.

    Apart from all that the biggest constraint is the weather. You could arrange to go out several times, and have the trip cancelled each time due to the swell - even in mid-summer.


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