Cork has over 1,000km of coastline to explore and is widely regarded as ‘Ireland’s Maritime Haven’, with the sea playing a pivotal role in the lives of many locals. This can be seen best in the Harbours, Bays, Ports and Docks of West Cork, which naturally lend themselves to a host of different marine activities. There certainly is no lack of choice for those wishing to get out on the water in West Cork with everything from spectacular night time kayaking to high spread boat tours available. When setting sail make sure to keep your eyes peeled for the local sea life as whales, dolphins and seals are all common in West Cork, especially during the summer months.