Dolphin Watching Trip. Dingle Bay, Co Kerry. Guided. 1 hour.

Dolphin Watching Trip. Dingle Bay, Co Kerry. Guided. 1 hour.

History of "Fungie": In 1984, Paddy Ferriter, the Dingle Harbour lighthouse keeper, first began watching a lone wild dolphin escort the town's fishing boats to and from port. By August of that year, local Ministry of Marine manager Kevin Flannery was able to officially record the dolphin as a "permanent" resident of the entrance channel and self-appointed "pilot" of the fleet.

"Fungie" Facts: The Dingle Dolphin or Fungie - the name given to him by the fishermen - is a fully grown, middle aged, male bottlenose. He weighs in at around one-quarter tonne (500 lbs.) and measures in the region of four metres (13 feet). He is estimated be under 40 years old and could have a lifespan of 50 to 60 years.

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Stop At: Dingle Peninsula, Ireland

On this magical journey you will meet Dingle’s most famous resident – Fungie the dolphin. Prepare to be enchanted to learn about this very special creature who will steal your heart

Duration: 1 hour