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Explore Killarney National Park: Your Guided Tour in Killarney, Kerry

Experience a scenic jaunting car tour through Killarney National Park where you’ll travel along park routes that are not accessible by car, taking in some of the most breathtaking mountain and lake views across the famous Lakes of Killarney; on this Killarney tour you’ll enjoy panoramic vistas in a UNESCO world heritage site while riding in a traditional jaunting car designed for small groups, with woollen blankets provided to keep you warm on cooler days and the option to feed the horses carrots and apples if you wish, ensuring a memorable, intimate sightseeing experience.

About this activity in Killarney

Cancellation Policy
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation.
Pet Policy
Pet Policy
Pets are allowed.

Highlights

  • Enjoy an authentic jaunting car tour through Killarney National Park, with unbeatable panoramic views of the Lakes of Killarney and surrounding mountains.
  • Travel along park-only routes inaccessible to cars for intimate, picture-perfect vistas across the region’s most scenic landscapes.
  • Ride in a traditional horse-drawn jaunting car with a small-group focus, ensuring a relaxed, personal sightseeing experience.
  • Stay comfortable on chill days with provided woollen blankets, and bring carrots or apples to feed the friendly horses if you like.

Important Information

  • This jaunting car experience explores quieter trails inside Killarney National Park that you won’t reach by vehicle, so wear sturdy shoes and dress for changing weather.
  • Tours are run in small groups to preserve the natural feel of the route and maximize views of the Lakes of Killarney and nearby mountain scenery.
  • Pets are allowed, so you can bring your well-behaved companion, but please keep them under control to avoid startling the horses.
  • Bring a camera, layered clothing, and optional horse treats; tours operate in most weather conditions, though routes may vary for safety.

Meeting Point

Meet at the designated jaunting car stand near the main park entrance in Killarney town centre-your booking confirmation will give the exact pickup spot and recommended arrival time.

Includes

  • You can bring pets - pets are allowed when booking Events and activities through Varoom in Killarney, Kerry.
  • Pets are allowed here, so you can include your companion when planning workshops, tours or family-friendly Events in the area.
  • You’re welcome to bring pets; this destination permits pets for bookings made through Varoom in Killarney, Kerry.

Excludes

  • Pets are allowed - there are no statements here that exclude pets from your booking in Killarney, Kerry.
  • You may bring pets; this policy confirms pets are allowed at Events and activities in the area.
  • Pets are permitted, so you don’t need to assume pets are excluded when arranging Events through Varoom in this destination.

Other

  • Pets are allowed - include your pet in your plans when selecting Events, tours or family activities in Killarney, Kerry.
  • Bringing a pet is permitted here; factor your companion into your Varoom booking for local experiences in the area.
  • Pets are allowed, making it easier to book pet-friendly Events and activities through Varoom in Killarney, Kerry.

Customer Reviews

10/10
Based on 3 Reviews
Benjamin
• Jun 22, 2026 05:41:09 AM
Summary: This was absolutely a highlight of our trip! Damien was incredible in both his friendly personality and his knowledge of the area that he shared, as well as the pride he has for his town!
Rebecca
• Sep 15, 2025 11:25:22 PM
Summary: We did a Horse Dawn Carriage with McCarthy tours. Damian was marvelous!
Laney
• Jul 5, 2025 10:27:07 PM
Summary: This was such a beautiful and memorable outing. Jason was an exceptional guide with unlimited knowledge of Ireland and the local history. We thoroughly enjoyed it!

Visit Killarney, Kerry for Your Hiking, Lakeside Tours and Adventure

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Know more about Killarney

You’ll ride a traditional jaunting car along scenic park routes that are not accessible by car, passing breathtaking mountain and lake views across the famous Lakes of Killarney. Tours focus on small groups so you can enjoy panoramic landscapes and a relaxed, intimate sightseeing experience.
Wollen blankets are provided onboard to keep you warm on colder days, ensuring you stay comfortable while you take in the park’s beautiful landscapes and lakeside views.
The routes we take are inside the National Parklands and are not accessible by car, which lets your jaunting car tour reach secluded, breathtaking viewpoints around the Lakes of Killarney that you wouldn’t see from roads.
Yes - the route takes you along some of the most picturesque tracks inside the National Parklands, offering guaranteed mountain and lake vistas across the Lakes of Killarney throughout the tour.
You can bring treats such as carrots and apples to feed the horses if you wish; the horses on the tour enjoy treats and it’s a family-friendly way to connect with the animals along the route.
You can book with confidence thanks to free cancellation, and pets are allowed, making it easy to plan a flexible, pet-friendly outdoor nature experience in and around the park.