How do you see puffins at Cliffs of Moher?


How do you see puffins at Cliffs of Moher? Puffins burrow into the cliffs sides and nest in the grassy hillsides of the Cliffs. They are most visible while fishing in the water or on our Cliffs of Moher Ferry in the months of May and June.


Where do I start to walk the Cliffs of Moher?

Technically, the Cliffs of Moher has two coastal cliff walks, the first starting from a small town called Doolin and the Second starting at Hag's Head. You can of course combine the two if you feel like walking 25km in total.


Are Cliffs of Moher worth it?

Cliffs of Moher, Galway Bay into the West of Ireland adventure! 100% of travelers recommend this experience. This number is based on the percentage of all Tripadvisor reviews for this product that have a bubble rating of 4 or higher. 94% of travelers recommend this experience.


Can you see whales from the Cliffs of Moher?

Look out for marine life in the waters directly off the Cliffs, from plankton in April and May to the second-largest fish on the planet; the Basking Shark. Sea mammals below the Cliffs include whales, basking sharks and seals and you may even be treated to the sight of a dolphin pod on a calm day.


Are the Cliffs of Moher a tourist trap?

Both Giant's Causeway and Cliffs of Moher are iconic natural sights of Ireland. They are a wee bit out of the way for a short trip to Ireland and are tourist traps to put it lightly.


How long is the walk to the Cliffs of Moher?

The Cliffs of Moher Coastal Walk connects the lively villages of Liscannor and Doolin, via the Cliffs of Moher Experience. A linear route of 20km, it takes 4.5 hours to complete.


What is the easiest way to see the Cliffs of Moher?

You could see it on a day trip, but the best way to come enjoy the outstanding beauty of the Cliffs of Moher is as part of a coastal journey. Take a small group trip or self-drive tour from Dublin to the west coast. You could start from the north, in Donegal, and follow the Wild Atlantic Way south.


How many hours do you need at Cliffs of Moher?

We recommend spending a minimum of two hours at the Cliffs of Moher, though many visitors choose to spend a little longer. If you are doing the Cliffs of Moher Coastal walk, commencing at Cliffs of Moher Experience this will take anything from 2 hours each way. See Cliffs of Moher Coastal walk.


How difficult is the Cliffs of Moher walk?

This is a stunningly beautiful trail of medium to high difficulty that is suitable for a wide range of people and is a great way of spending a morning. A distance of eight kilometres – or five miles – it takes about two hours each way to complete.


Is it better to go to the Cliffs of Moher in the morning or Evening?

Visit outside of peak times – which are between 11am and 4pm – for a more pleasant and peaceful experience. Sunrise and sunset visits are very special and memorable.