Group Dive Trips in the Aran Islands

Tailored diving holidays for clubs, families, and international groups

Why Choose Inishmore for Your Group

Diving: Explore dive sites ranging from beginner bays to the dramatic Wormhole.
Island Vibes: Arriving by ferry feels like stepping into another world.
For Everyone: Divers, snorkelers, kayakers, or those who simply want to relax.
Culture & Craic: Traditional Irish pubs, music, and the unique atmosphere of island life.
Adventure + Relaxation: World-class diving by day, unforgettable island nights

For Travel Agencies & International Groups

We work directly with dive travel agencies and international groups to host diving holidays in Ireland. Our team can assist with:

Ferry & flight connections
Local accommodation (hotels, glamping, guesthouses)
Tailored diving itineraries (fun dives, advanced dives, Wormhole trips)
Non-diver add-on activities for mixed groups

The Weather

The weather in Ireland can be unpredictable, but the Aran Islands enjoy more sunny days than the mainland thanks to their westerly position in the Atlantic.

This unique location makes them less affected by the cloud cover and rain that often passes over the rest of Ireland.

Arrival

How to Get Here

Reaching Inishmore is easy:

From Connemara: Ferry ride ~45 minutes
From Doolin: Ferry ride ~45 minutes
By Plane: Flights available from Connemara Airport (short 10-minute hop)

We’ll meet you right at the ferry terminal, just a short walk from our dive centre. On arrival, you’ll check in, receive a gear box, and have a designated space to get changed before your adventure begins.

Accommodation

Where to Stay

There are several types of accommodation available within walking distance of Dive Aran and the ferry terminal, including:

Aran Islands Camping & Glamping
Hostel in Kilronan
The Hotel on Inishmore

You’ll also find B&Bs, guesthouses, and self-catering cottages across the island, giving plenty of choice for different group sizes and budgets.

Staying overnight allows you to fully enjoy the diving and soak up the relaxed island lifestyle. But if you’re visiting just for the day, you can still join us for an afternoon dive.

Rates

Group Rates

At Dive Aran, we offer special group packages for dive clubs, businesses, family reunions, and organisations. Included in the rate:

Experienced dive guide
Weights, tank & air
Boat access
Full use of our dive centre facilities

Not included:

Rental dive gear (available at an additional cost)

Important:

A minimum of 5 divers is required to qualify for group rates. Group rates do not apply to Wormhole Diving due to its advanced nature and logistics.

Boat

Our Boat

Our dive trips run on a 6.5m RIB (Rigid Inflatable Boat), designed for safe and comfortable access to dive sites around Inishmore.

Boat Features:

Twin Yamaha 70HP engines
Easy-access diver ladder
Emergency oxygen & first aid kit onboard
VHF radio & safety equipment
Paddles for backup safety

Capacity:

Maximum of 5 divers + 1 Dive Aran guide (6 divers total)

This setup ensures a safe, personal, and guided experience on every trip.

Gases

Air Tanks & Filling Services

At Dive Aran, we provide high-quality scuba tank filling services with advanced compressor systems, ensuring clean, dry, and safe breathing air that meets all industry standards.

Scuba tanks Available:

12L steel cylinders (230 Bar) – short or tall sizes
Fittings: DIN or Yoke (your choice)
If you bring your own cylinder, we can fill it up to 300 Bar

Important to note:

We supply breathing air only
Nitrox, Trimix, or other gas blends are not available

Gear

Rental Gear

We provide a full range of high-quality scuba equipment for rent, so you can dive with confidence even if you don’t bring your own gear.

Available Equipment:

Exposure protection: 7mm wetsuits, gloves, boots
Essentials: mask, snorkel, fins
Scuba gear: BCD, regulator set
Safety & navigation: SMBs, compass

Most of our rental equipment is Scubapro, ensuring comfort, reliability, and performance.

Diving

Dive Sites for Groups

One of our most popular sites, the Puffing Holes, offers an unforgettable dive along a dramatic vertical wall with overhangs, caves, and massive boulders. The walls are covered in colourful anemones, making it a breathtaking underwater experience.

We can organise up to four boat trips daily for groups. For example, if you bring 10 divers, each diver can enjoy two dives per day by splitting into smaller teams. Check out our dive sites

Sample Group Itinerary

Group Size Example: 10 divers, split into 2 teams of 5 (G1 + G2). Each diver enjoys two dives per day by alternating trips.

Group 1

G1:

07:00 – Check-in, gear prep, safety briefing
08:00 – Boat departs for Dive 1
09:30 – Return, surface interval & refreshments
12:00 – Boat departs for Dive 2
13:30 – Return, debrief, relax

Group 2

G2:

09:00 – Check-in, gear prep, safety briefing
10:00 – Boat departs for Dive 1
11:30 – Return, surface interval & refreshments
14:00 – Boat departs for Dive 2
15:30 – Return, debrief, relax

Check-out

Both groups finish diving by mid-afternoon — leaving time to explore Inishmore, enjoy the island vibe, and the craic after diving.

How Our Boat Fun Dives Work

Our dive boat departs directly from the pier in front of the Dive Aran centre on Inis Mór.
Each trip includes one dive, with the site chosen according to daily conditions for the best possible experience.
We keep groups small and personal, ensuring safe and enjoyable dives.