Great Blasket Island
Information

Please play your part in helping to conserve the natural environment of the Great Blasket Island. Thank you in anticipation of your co-operation.

Litter
The removal of rubbish from the Island takes significant effort and cost. Please help conserve the Island environment by taking any litter left by you with you.

Water
Water is a special and limited commodity on the Island, please help conserve it. Water is available for sale from the Island Café. Do note that any kind of plastic, particularly bottles, are an environmental hazard and special effort needs to be taken by you to transport them back to the mainland where they can be disposed of considerately.

Environment
Please prepare yourself with appropriate clothing and equipment as the environment on the Island can be volatile, i.e. protective/warm clothing from the winds and rain as well as sunscreen and a hat for warmer weather.

Terrain
Walking/hiking boots with a good grip are recommended for the Island to compensate for the steep hills and dangerous cliffs. Please note it is extremely dangerous to walk near cliff edges.

Dogs
Any dogs taken on the Island must be strictly kept under the owner's control. The Island is home to sheep and other animals that need protection.

Weather
Transport to and from the Island is weather dependent. Advise may be obtained from the Blasket Island Ferry Service (066) 915 6422 or the Blasket Island Café 086 848 6687 or 086 852 2321.

Food
Food is available from the Island Café providing tea, coffee, drinks, cakes and light meals. Evening meals are limited and should be pre-booked.

Accommodation
Hostel accommodation is provided and bookings are necessary, please call 086 852 2321 or 086 8486 687 to confirm your booking.

If you would like to know more about the Island please contact the following:
www.GreatBlasketIsland.com or info@GreatBlasketIsland.com