Shannon & Erne
(up to 12 berth)
FIND YOUR PERFECT BOATING HOLIDAYS
SHANNON RIVER BOAT HIRE
Explore the Irish waterways and discover its secrets in a brand new way. These locations are remarkable regions for boating holidays in Ireland, now could be the time!
UPPER
SHANNON
LOWER SHANNON
& LOUGH DERG
The Lower Shannon lazes through undulating lush countryside that is steeped in history as well as real Irish character. Life slows down along this stretch of the Shannon and boats pass less frequently – the noise of nature takes over once more.
ERNE RIVER
& LOUGH ERNE
The jewel in the crown of Co. Fermanagh. In the North west of the island of Ireland lies an interconnecting network of loughs, rivers and backwaters that would take a lifetime to explore.
2025 Early Booking Discount
15% Early Booking Discount
Discount on all 2025 Bookings
15% Discount
Valid until 30th November 2024
Midweek Special
and get 4 nights for the price of 3
Available All Season
Extra Night Free
Available on selected boats
10 nights for the price of 7
Available in April, May, Sept and Oct
10 for 7
Clare, Kilkenny, Wave Princess, Carlow
2025 Early Booking Discount
15% Early Booking Discount
Discount on all 2025 Bookings
15% Discount
Valid until 30th November 2024
Midweek Special
and get 4 nights for the price of 3
Available All Season
Extra Night Free
Available on selected boats
10 nights for the price of 7
Available in April, May, Sept and Oct
10 for 7
Clare, Kilkenny, Wave Princess, Carlow
BOOK YOUR BOATING HOLIDAY NOW!
OUR SHANNON CRUISES
Ireland River Map
OUR SHANNON CRUISERS FOR HIRE
After choosing one of our many cruises, choose a self-drive boat to match your group size and crew. You can find out all about our different boat types below; if you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact us.
about Carrickcraft
We had the most amazing time. I was a little apprehensive heading off on my own with the children. With an age range from 10years to 18 there was a chance there would be a lot of squabbling. The cruise was exactly what a family like ours needs. We had a comprehensive tutorial from the staff at Carrickcraft before heading off so we were set up for success on that front. The nature of the activity meant that everyone had a job, whether it was charting the course, steering the craft, refilling when we docked, manning the locks. Everyone was kept so busy there was no time for fighting!!! My 16year old told me she felt her frontal lobe grow!! Lol. My 18 year old give me a long lasting hug and thanked me for such a great time. Something he hasn’t done since he was 12. I got strict instructions to book again and this time for longer. The staff at Carrick Craft were amazing. If I had their names I would cheer them personally, the girls at the desk, the men on the marina, the house keeping ladies who looked after the boat when we returned all fantastic!!! We will definitely be back!
Gráinne O’Callaghan
I would like to extend a huge congratulations to you and your team for making our first ever boating weekend a huge success. From Jenny at the desk for her very warm and knowledgeable welcome, you made us feel very prepared for taking the cruiser out and Padraig and his excellent skill and instruction which enabled us to take our first boat out ourselves. The navigation of the water ways and lough where well explained, so too the suggested stops along the way. We had an absolute ball of a time and look forward to booking with you again next year.
Michael and Anne
Just had a fantastic week aboard the new Leitrim Sixto. There were 5 in our group + 2 dogs. The boat is very spacious, comfortable and very generous for storage yet doesn’t feel overly big to drive. Would highly recommend a boating holiday with Carrickcraft. We travelled from Lough Key to Athlone. Weather was good, scenery spectacular. A holiday to remember! Thanks to the Carrickcraft team.
William Moore
When you hire a boat from Carrickcraft, you will benefit from the advice of experts who are passionate about boating and who will do their utmost to ensure you have a great holiday.
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ACROSS
3 MARINAS
YEARS
EXPERIENCE