Dublin Under Sail
Experience life on board our Traditional Sailing Vessel. Be a part of the crew, set the sails, heave the ropes, climb the rigging, and man the wheel. Enjoy the stunning beauty of the Dublin’s iconic bay under the red-cloth sails of the “BRIAN BORÚ”. Perfect for beginners and seasoned sailors alike.
Bay Sails
You will be sailing a traditional tall ship through the historic Dublin Port, or into Dublin Bay or along the incredible Dalkey coastline, a truly unique experience you will never forget. The sailing experience lasts about 3 hours.
No experience is necessary, just buckets of enthusiasm.
Sail Training
Specifically designed for as a developmental youth programme for ages 14 to 30. Come aboard with us for this 5 day fully immersive sailing experience. Beyond learning all about the boat and how to keep her sails trimmed you will learn lifelong skills such as confidence, teamwork, leadership and work ethic. Fun times guaranteed! For an additional fee we can also offer RYA accreditation as Competent Crew, Watch Leader or Day Skipper
Charters and Events
The Brian Boru is available for
Sailing (cruising or training)
Dive Charters
Fishing Charters
Adventure Boat Tours
Scientific Research
Stag and Hen Parties
No experience is necessary, just buckets of enthusiasm.
The Experience
Welcome on board
No experience is necessary, just enthusiasm!
On the Brian Ború we do things differently. We don’t believe in taking ‘passengers’ but instead believe everyone on a sailing vessel should be a participant. From setting and trimming the sails to navigating or taking the wheel, we believe life at sea is always best when everyone contributes what they can to the running of the vessel – not because we need you to, (we can sail the boat alone!), but because we all benefit from working as a team and building a shared experience.
Join us aboard the Brian Ború and you will experience sailing a traditional ship through Dublin Bay Biosphere and beyond. You will learn from our experienced local crew and make friends with your fellow sailors.
An active and immersive way to see the magnificent sights of the Bay such as Dalkey Island and Sound, Howth Head, Bailey Lighthouse, Dun Laoghaire, and Dollymount Strand.
Experienced Local Crew
We share a passion for the seas, sailing and above all else we love traditional sailing ships and the unique opportunities they provide for those who take on the challenge of sailing them. Having spent many years between us planning and delivering multi-week residential youth programs and adult voyages on some of the largest tall ships in the world, we know what it takes to make life on board an engaging, fun and educational environment.