The Journey to the Garden

Garnish Island, near Glengarriff, Ireland

Garnish Island - Ilnacullin, Bantry Bay near Glangarriff

Looking down from the mountain pass, Garnish Island is not obviously seperated from the mainland at Glengarriff in this view. The Martello Tower can just be seen about a third of the way along the Island.


Garnish Island - Ilnacullin, Bantry Bay near Glangarriff

Private boats carry visitors to the Island from several points around Glengarriff.


Garnish Island - Ilnacullin, Bantry Bay near Glangarriff

This is the departure point closest from the town - just a minute's walk away.


Garnish Island - Ilnacullin, Bantry Bay near Glangarriff


Garnish Island - Ilnacullin, Bantry Bay near Glangarriff

Seals can often be seen on rocky outcrops during the ten minute crossing.


Garnish Island - Ilnacullin, Bantry Bay near Glangarriff


Garnish Island - Ilnacullin, Bantry Bay near Glangarriff

Arrival at the Quay.


Garnish Island - Ilnacullin, Bantry Bay near Glangarriff

Once on the Island the reception buildings house a welcoming café for teas, snacks and light meals.


Garnish Island - Ilnacullin, Bantry Bay near Glangarriff


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