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Ease into the weekend with a gentle SUP and kayak on Lough Swilly, then linger over a cheese board and chilled prosecco on the shore. Perfect for beginners and social groups seeking a low-key coastal escape.
Ease into the weekend with a gentle SUP and kayak on Lough Swilly, then linger over a cheese board and chilled prosecco on the shore. Perfect for beginners and social groups seeking a low-key coastal escape.
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Operated by Eco Atlantic Adventures · Portsalon, County Donegal
On the sheltered waters of Lough Swilly in County Donegal, Paddle & Liquid Picnic Rathmullan with Eco Atlantic Adventures turns an evening paddle into a small celebration. Meeting at Woodquarter Pier on Mulroy Bay, the three-hour outing combines a calm stand-up paddleboard session, a relaxed kayak exploration, and a coastal picnic built around local cheeses, fruit, and chilled prosecco. The location - Portsalon and nearby Rathmullan - offers broad skies, low cliffs, and tidal flats that make the bay a forgiving classroom for beginners and a quiet escape for more practiced paddlers. Guides from Eco Atlantic Adventures start by easing the group through basic SUP technique, balance drills, and safety routines before sending everyone out at a gentle pace. Because Lough Swilly's protected waters suppress chop and current, the session feels more like a guided glide than a workout, though you'll engage core and balance throughout. The kayaking leg lets participants trace the shoreline, pick out small inlets, and enjoy uninterrupted views across the bay. Wetsuits and instruction are included, so this is accessible even when the air is brisk. The picnic is more than an afterthought: a well-arranged cheese board, meat and fruit platters, crackers, and prosecco land you in the social heart of the experience. Sitting on rocks or a grassy cove, you'll trade stories with fellow paddlers and take in the quiet - salted air, distant gull calls, and the clean light of Irish coast. This balance of movement and rest makes the trip an ideal weekday transition into weekend leisure, popular with friends, couples, and small groups. Paddle & Liquid Picnic stands out in the local outdoor scene because it blends gentle instruction with a culinary finish, and it uses Mulroy Bay and Lough Swilly - two neighboring coastal systems that offer sheltered water and a sense of space without the crowds of larger tourist ports. The outing is run by Eco Atlantic Adventures, who provide gear, guidance, and that inviting picnic spread. Meeting occurs at Woodquarter Pier; the formal address is 1 Fanad Way, Croaghross, Portsalon, Co. Donegal, F92 RC42, Ireland. Practical notes: the trip lasts about three hours, suits beginners, and runs best in light winds. Bring warm layers for after the water, a change of clothes, and a camera secured with a strap. Local Link bus service connects Letterkenny and Rathmullan for visitors without a car. If you're looking for a low-stakes, high-pleasure way to experience County Donegal's coastline - complete with a glass of prosecco - the Paddle & Liquid Picnic is hard to beat. Book through the Eco Atlantic Adventures referral link to reserve spot, or contact them for private groups; small group sizes keep the experience intimate and the pace relaxed, ideal for anyone seeking gentle coastal adventure.
easy.
3 hours.
Light fitness and basic balance; suitable for beginners and anyone comfortable moving on flat water.
The Paddle & Liquid Picnic runs about three hours, including SUP, kayaking, and the picnic.
Minimum age is 18 for this specific booking.
Meeting point is Woodquarter Pier on Mulroy Bay; the formal address is 1 Fanad Way, Croaghross, Portsalon, Co. Donegal, F92 RC42, Ireland.
Kayaking, SUP, wetsuits, and a picnic with cheese board, meat and fruit platters, crackers, and prosecco are included.
No prior experience is required; guides provide basic instruction and the waters are sheltered and beginner-friendly.
Local Link bus runs between Letterkenny and Rathmullan—check the timetable for connections to Woodquarter Pier.
Lough Swilly has long served as a sheltered maritime route and local fishing ground; coastal communities here have deep ties to the sea.
Stick to established landing spots, pack out all picnic waste, and avoid disturbing wildlife; group sizes are kept small to minimize impact.
Eco Atlantic Adventures is an outdoor activity provider based in Croaghross, County Donegal. The company runs guided sea kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding (SUP), surf lessons, family-friendly sessions and multi-hour coastal tours around Mulroy Bay, Portsalon and the Wild Atlantic Way. Trips include Kids Camp Downings, Kids Camp Portsalon, Family Kayak Splash Dash Mulroy Bay, Owen Carrow River SUP, Paddle, SUP and Liquid Picnic, The 7 Arches Kayak Tour, Fanad Light House Sea Kayak Tour, Knockalla Ghost Ship Sea Kayak Tour, Portsalon Caves Tour and numerous sunrise, sunset and full-moon SUP and kayak outings. Instructors lead activities such as surf lessons with video analysis and fitness coaching, guided kayaking to caves, sea stacks and secret beaches, and SUP tours at sunrise on Mulroy Bay. Equipment provided on many trips includes wetsuits, buoyancy aids and safety briefings; specific sessions mention qualified instructors and supplied gear for children. Wildlife sightings such as dolphins and seals are noted on several coastal tours. The business offers private tours and themed experiences including island-hop picnics, foraging feasts, archery and axe throwing at nearby locations. Bookings are organized by trip name and duration, ranging from short family sessions to multi-hour sea kayaking expeditions. Locations used for activities include Mulroy Bay, Portsalon Pier, Portsalon Caves, Owen Carrow River and Fanad Lighthouse approaches along County Donegal’s coastline. Eco Atlantic Adventures focuses on guided outdoor experiences that showcase Donegal’s coastal scenery while providing gear and instruction for participants. Trip durations, meeting points and age limits are provided with each online booking.
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