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Boating & Watersports on Lough Erne

Explore Upper Lough Erne by Boat

One of the best ways to experience the beauty of the Fermanagh Lakelands is from the water. With direct access to Upper Lough Erne, Coolbeg Farmhouse Holiday Cottage is perfectly located for boating, watersports, sightseeing, and island exploration.

Guests can hire Coolbeg’s traditional 19-foot lake boat, available with or without an engine, providing the perfect opportunity to discover the hidden islands, bays, and waterways of Upper Lough Erne at your own pace.

Additional boat hire facilities are available nearby, including:

  • Knockninny Marina

  • Crom Estate Marina

  • Castle Archdale Marina

These locations offer a range of day boats suitable for couples, families, and groups exploring Lough Erne.

Watersports in County Fermanagh

Lough Erne is recognised as one of Ireland’s premier watersports destinations and has hosted numerous international wakeboarding and water-skiing competitions.

Visitors can enjoy a wide range of water-based activities, including:

  • Water skiing

  • Wakeboarding

  • Kayaking

  • Canoeing

  • Paddleboarding

  • Dinghy sailing

  • Banana boating

  • Powerboating

Share Discovery Village

Located just 8 miles from Coolbeg Farmhouse, Share Discovery Village is one of Ireland’s leading outdoor activity centres.

Activities available include:

  • Kayaking and canoeing

  • Windsurfing

  • Sailing

  • Banana boating

  • Paddleboarding

  • Watersports tuition and coaching

  • Family-friendly water activities

Both beginners and experienced participants are welcome, with professional instruction available.

Water Skiing & Wakeboarding

Upper Lough Erne provides excellent conditions for water skiing and wakeboarding, with calm sheltered waters and spectacular scenery.

Whether you are trying the sport for the first time or looking to improve your skills, lessons and coaching are available locally through specialist watersports providers and activity centres around the lake.

Boat Trips & Lake Tours

Erne Tours

Departing from Enniskillen, Erne Tours offers guided boat cruises aboard the M.V. Kestrel.

Popular tours include visits to:

  • Devenish Island Monastic Site

  • Historic island settlements

  • Scenic sections of Lower Lough Erne

The cruise combines local history, wildlife, and spectacular lakeland scenery, making it one of the most popular visitor experiences in County Fermanagh.

Inish Cruiser

Operating from Share Discovery Village, the Inish Cruiser offers relaxing sightseeing cruises through Upper Lough Erne.

Tours include views of:

  • Crom Estate

  • Old Crom Castle

  • Ancient woodland and islands

  • Wildlife habitats and historic landmarks

A perfect way to explore the tranquil beauty of the Fermanagh Lakelands without needing your own boat.

Lakeside Holidays on Upper Lough Erne

Whether you’re interested in boating, kayaking, watersports, island exploration, sightseeing cruises, or simply relaxing beside the water, Coolbeg Farmhouse offers an ideal base for enjoying everything Lough Erne has to offer.

From family-friendly water activities to world-class watersports and scenic lake cruises, the Fermanagh Lakelands provide unforgettable experiences for visitors of all ages.