The Volvo Ocean Race started in 1973 and was known as the Whitbread Round the World Race until 2001.
In partnership with Island Ferries, Let's Do It Galway will be providing boat trips for the general public to see the Volvo Race action on the water.
Starting from Friday May 29th, the general public will be able to get up close to the sailing action on Galway Bay. A 300 person capacity boat will be departing from Galway Docks each day over the Bank Holiday Weekend and will give the public a chance to see the spectacular sailing events scheduled to take place in Galway Bay. People can see the Volvo boats in action on Friday, Saturday and Sunday of the long weekend. While on Monday, people will get a rare opportunity to see the Galway Hookers in action when they race on Monday afternoon. Other days, including the departure day on June 6th will also be catered for. There will several departures daily from Galway Docks and sailings are scheduled to coincide with all of the activities that are planned in Galway Bay. For more information contact the booking line now on 091 568903
Day Event Departure times
Saturday May 29th In-Port Racing 12:30pm, 2:30pm
Sunday May 30th Pro-am day Call booking office for details
Monday June 1st Galway Hooker Race Call booking office for details
June 6th Departure day Call booking office for details
Boat trips will be available from the Docks every day between Friday May 28th and June 6th. Tickets can be purchased on the ticket line.
Booking Line: 091 568903