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Unforgettable School Tours Cork at The Lagoon Activity Centre 

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Looking for some unique and exciting school tour ideas this academic year? The Lagoon Activity Centre, in partnership with Smugglers Cove, offers an exceptional day packed with fun, adventure and value for students of all ages. Located in the picturesque town of Rosscarbery, our activity centres provide the perfect setting for school tours Cork that your students will never forget! 

Young people at the Lagoon Activity Centre Aqua Park in Ireland
The Lagoon Activity Centre logo and Smugglers Cove logo

Tailored School Tour Ideas for All Ages

We know that every school group is different, which is why we offer both half-day and full-day packages designed to cater to every age group – from school tours primary school to secondary school. Our school tour offerings ensure that students of all ages have an enjoyable and most importantly, safe experience, packed with activities that are both fun and educational. Whether it’s a thrilling day on the water kayaking or a more relaxed exploration of the local landscape, our school tours Cork packages are designed to give you the best experience at the best price. 

For the youngest students, such as Junior and Senior Infants, we offer specialized packages that focus on engaging, age-appropriate activities. These may include a magician or puppeteer show, adventure golf and the exciting Smugglers Maze. These activities are perfect for introducing younger students to the joy of learning through play, making it one of the best school trips Ireland has to offer. 

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The Best School Trips Ireland Has to Offer

When it comes to planning memorable school tours Cork, the combination of Smugglers Cove and The Lagoon Activity Centre stands out as one of the premier destinations not just in Munster, but on the entire island of Ireland! With over 10 years of experience hosting school trips of all sizes, we are experts in delivering a day that is as smooth as it is enjoyable. Our team is dedicated to ensuring that your students have a safe, exciting and educational experience that they’ll remember for years to come. 

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Safety and Comfort for Teachers and Students

At The Lagoon Activity Centre, we prioritise the safety and comfort of both students and teachers. School Tours can sometimes be stressful for those in charge of minding students all day, but here teachers are encouraged to participate in all activities or they can choose to relax with a tea or coffee (FREE OF CHARGE) while the students explore. We also provide designated areas at both Smugglers Cove and The Lagoon Activity Centre for lunch breaks, ensuring that everyone has a chance to refuel and recharge. Jack’s Shack restaurant can also be found on site, with an ideal menu perfect for refuelling after all of your adventuring during the day. 

Our commitment to creating a memorable and stress-free school trip is paramount. From the moment you book with us, we take care of everything, allowing you to focus on enjoying the day with your students. With such a wide range of activities and a focus on safety and enjoyment, it’s no wonder that our school tours Cork are among the most popular in Ireland. 

School tour packages

Full-Day and Half-Day School Tours Cork Packages

Our full-day packages offer a complete adventure for both primary and secondary students. These packages include a mix of land and water activities that Cork is famous for. Surrounded by the stunning Rosscarbery landscape, students can engage in activities such as tubing, mini-golf, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) and so much more. The full-day Combo Package 1 is perfect for a three-hour experience, while Combo Package 2 extends the fun to five hours with even more activities included. 

For schools looking for shorter, half-day day tours from Cork, The Lagoon Activity Centre provides an ideal solution. Our half-day packages are built to give students just enough of taste of adventure, with options tailored to different age groups. The Junior Package offers younger students the chance to enjoy a boat trip, crab fishing, and pedal boats, making it a perfect introduction to school tours primary school. Meanwhile, older students can opt for more challenging activities such as kayaking and SUP.

Day Tour from Cork at the Lagoon Activity Centre

Half Day Lagoon Packages

Day tour from Cork with a boat full of people on the way to the water park

Junior
Package

Duration - 2.5hrs
Suitable for
Junior Infants - 2nd Class
  • Boat Trip
  • Crab Fishing
  • Pedal Boats
  • Pizza, Chips & Cordial (+€8)
2.5 Hours
Two people using stand up paddle boards (SUP) at the Lagoon Activity Centre in Rosscarbery

Boat
Package

Duration - 2.5hrs
Suitable for
2nd Class +
  • Kayaking
  • SUP
  • Pedal Boats
  • Pizza, Chips & Cordial (+€8)
2.5 Hours
Inflatable water park in the Lagoon Water Activity Centre Rosscarbery - perfect for school tours primary schools

Waterpark
Package

Duration - 2.5hrs
Suitable for
2nd Class +
  • Water Park
  • Kayaking
  • SUP
  • Pizza, Chips & Cordial (+€8)
2.5 Hours

Full Day Packages​

The Lagoon Activity Centre logo and Smugglers Cove logo
Young person jumping high on the tube in Smugglers Cove Tubing Park

Combo
Package 1

Duration - 3hrs
Suitable for
2nd Class - 6th Year
  • Tubing
  • Water Park
  • Pizza, Chips & Cordial (+€8)
3 Hours
View of the adventure golf at Smugllers Cove

Combo
Package 2

Duration - 5hrs
Suitable for
2nd class - 6th Year
  • Tubing
  • Mini Golf
  • Water Park
  • Canoe
  • Stand-Up Paddle Boarding
  • Pizza, Chips & Cordial (+€8)
5 Hours
Inflatable water park in the Lagoon Water Activity Centre Rosscarbery - perfect for school tours primary schools

Golf
Combo

Duration - 3.5 hrs
Suitable for
2nd class - 6th Year
  • Adventure Golf
  • Kayaking
  • SUP
  • Waterpark
3.5 Hours

Book Your Next School Trip Today!

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to give your students an unforgettable experience. Whether you’re planning a full day of adventure or a shorter half-day excursion, our school tours Cork packages are the perfect choice for schools looking to provide their students with a unique and exciting day out. To book your school tour at The Lagoon Activity Centre, simply email us at [email protected] or call 087 7462720. Let us help you create one of the best day tours from Cork that your students will talk about for years to come. 

What our visitors say...
google

Fantastic atmosphere, with excellent staff👌

Carmel Dowdall June 6, 2021
tripadvisor

Kids ages 8-12 enjoyed it, adult thought it was good. The only negative is that groups tend to take over a session too much. There was a group of about 10 teens and our kids couldn’t get on certain things (e.g. rotator) as the group took it over for most of the session. Lifeguard should break this kind of hoarding up. The place is run by very young staff (teens), punctual and polite but I do wonder how they would cope if a serious incident occurred. Overall 4 happy people, but not racing back

H7256JKmaryc August 14, 2022
tripadvisor

A win win for parents and teenagers … Having two teenagers who are reluctant to go on holidays with their parents is a challenge but we could not recommend the Lagoon Activity Centre more - 1st day did water park and we were back a second day to race parents in kayaks across the

google

Great fun, great staff.

Avril Kingston August 26, 2019
google

Absolutely brilliant, kids really enjoyed the kayaking which is really safe. Will be back soon

Cedric H August 8, 2020
google

Kids loved it!

Garry Helen July 14, 2021
google

Great for the kids and adults

dave kelly July 7, 2021
tripadvisor

It’s my third time in the Lagoona and it never disappoints. I came to do SUP and it was very enjoyable. Prices are also reasonable. Beautiful setting and so many other things to do around

Anna K August 4, 2022
tripadvisor

A group of 17 of us had a fantastic trip to the lagoon today from adults to age 8. So much fun for everyone, the staff were incredible and friendly. Highly recommend a visit, well worth the trip !

Ciarán W August 7, 2022
tripadvisor

Everything was excellent 👌 I honestly haven't had that much fun in years! It's brilliantly organised and the staff are so nice! Some great memories have been made today. Thank you

Katie stark August 1, 2021
tripadvisor

Great fun, well run and very safe! Staff were very friendly. Facilities were good also. Even a picnic area and some crepes etc available there.

Dave C July 29, 2022
google

Big family group. Highlight of the family holiday. Kids loved it. Well worth a visit!

Aideen Lydon August 28, 2020
tripadvisor

Our teenage son did this on his own and loved it. Well worth the money. We had great fun laughing when he fell in. I think 45 minutes is perfect. He was wrecked after it!😂

Petrice S August 1, 2021
google

It's ok place

Andrius Mezelis July 20, 2021
google

Loved it big time. Must do experience of county cork, right after the butter factory.

Thomas McArdle May 23, 2022
tripadvisor

Brilliant, Went there with 4 kids aged between 8 and 13 plus a big 50yr lol. Kids loves every minute. Staff were great.

Noel C August 16, 2022
tripadvisor

Attended the floating water park, great fun family event. Note, the water is not clean, make sure not to swallow! Staff very pleasant.

Barbara July 1, 2021
tripadvisor

Booked for family of 4 as part of our holiday in West Cork and Paul the manager was very accommodating when we had a problem with the time we booked. We had great fun on the inflatables…kids loved the slide and the hamster wheel! There are lovely warm showers after too. Staff were great. We had previously been as a few times and and we will definitely be back again…it doesn’t get old!

FrequentFlier185341 August 20, 2022
tripadvisor

The experience was mixed. If you’re fit you’ll get lots from it . Less so if you’re less so. We went with our Autistic son who felt limited in the things he could because the access to certain obstacles involved going through others he couldn’t manage. Other reviewers have

HoweDublin August 1, 2021
google

Bussin

creevycreeper July 31, 2021
google

Great craic, safe for all ages, well worth it.

Brian Dempsey September 10, 2019
google

Absolutely fantastic place well worth a visit

John Barrett August 1, 2020
google

Had a fab time here the kayaking was brilliant

Sharron McGee August 4, 2021
google

Great fun all (kids and adults).

Peter O'Higgins July 17, 2020
tripadvisor

Had a great time with my kids on the inflatable water park. Staff were helpful and friendly. Change rooms are a little small when everyone is trying to get changed after, but thats a minor complaint. Will definitely go again

philpom July 30, 2022
google

Great place. Very well run and very safe. A must visit if in west Cork.

Liam O'Grady August 27, 2021
google

Brilliant

Sean Geary August 13, 2021
tripadvisor

We had a fantastic day with our three chikdren at the floating water park...even our 16 year old enjoyed it. Even the rain couldnt dampen the experience and the staff were very friendly. I would recommend wearing aqua shoes as it can be shallow and stony underfoot.

WalkTheLyne July 1, 2021
google

Great place for all the family.

Paul Kelleher August 15, 2021
google

Went here today did kayaking and the water park.. We had a great time loved every minute of it the water park is a great experience, great for kids and adults.. Definitely will be returning before school starts. Staff very friendly which is a plus.

Monica R July 28, 2020
google

Great fun for the Children, large and small😉

Kieran O'Callaghan September 9, 2019
tripadvisor

Had a fantastic day out as usual, our annual visit to the lagoon! Changing rooms and toliets spotless, staff amazing and very helpful. We did the waterpark which requires a good level of fitness but thats clearly started in the terms and conditions,very detailed safety talk, lifeguards on the ball as per usual. Overall a fantastic day out , we will most definitely be back, looking forward to next year already. nHighly recommend.

DDM August 20, 2022
tripadvisor

Fantastic activity centre kids thoroughly enjoyed it. Great fun plenty of exercise. Staff were friendly and helpful today especially Dylan with welcome and wetsuits etc. Recommend it highly kids of all ages will love it. Will be back again.

Deirdre N August 3, 2022
tripadvisor

Excellent - would highly recommend. Everything went so smoothly from when we arrived until the end. The kids all had a great time - they varied from 10-14 years of age. We will definitely be back.

EmmaS581 August 2, 2022
google

Great place during the summer when the water park is there they allso have kenewing peddle boats and paddle surfing and a small shop that sells ice-cream and other stuff.

Ciarán Forsythe October 27, 2020
google

Fabulous

Dawn Russell August 3, 2021
tripadvisor

Absolutely enjoyed this activity centre, it's even great for those people who have a fear of water or can't swim, cos the water is only 3ft deep. So safe enough. Definitely go on this again, loads of fun to be had, in good weather and bad. Brilliant fun

Maureen Clarke July 1, 2021
tripadvisor

My kids and I visited today and had a brilliant time. We tried the kayaks, the pedalboats and finished up on the inflatable water park - it was so much fun! The staff were so friendly and accommodating and the pizza was delicious. A great day out, thanks!!

needanicecuppa June 29, 2022
tripadvisor

Would highly recommend birthday party here staff were so helpful before and on the day. Children had a ball on the water park and birthday boy had the best fun. Enjoyed the lovely warm pizza in adjoining garden.

Elaine Hegarty August 1, 2021
google

Great experience. Friendly staff. If the weather is good the place will be a super fun. Very safe place, just 4 feet deep.

Gowtham Kumaresh June 12, 2021
tripadvisor

Really, really enjoyable experience at the Lagoon. Wetsuits and life jackets provided, with both changing rooms and showers (for rinsing off only) available. Staff at reception and on the boat were very friendly and chatty. The course was very fun, and the 45 minute time was

Laura S July 1, 2021
tripadvisor

We took the trip from Cork City to The Lagoon Activity Centre for the day and it did not disappoint. We had an 8 year old with us and he really enjoyed the water park, as did we it is really great for all ages. Wetsuits and life jackets were provided and there was lovely hot

Nuala R August 1, 2021
google

Great family day out. The centre is run very well. The staff are extremely friendly and helpful. We've done a few of these water activities and this one is by far out favourite. You take a short boat ride out to it which was very exciting for the kids also. Toilet facilities are very clean and plenty of hand sanitizer. The whole experience from start to finish was fantastic. We'll definitely be returning. Would highly recommend. Our kids are 13 and 11.

Lorraine O Flynn July 21, 2020
google

Went to the Lagoon Activity Centre today for the first time and we had a ball. Went on the paddle boat and got a kayak each. Everything was very straight forward. Staff were very friendly and extremely helpful and such amazing value. Will definitely come back for some more fun when I come to west cork again.

Melissa Bambury July 18, 2021
google

It is a very family area for all ages and I really enjoyed my day

Nellie Cohen August 15, 2020
google

Great place for both adults and children, wetsuit available if you done bring your own, life jackets also, the lagoon is on about 3/4 foot deep so safe for all type of swimmers, water is salty (seems maybe dirty and stagnant to me but I'm no water expert). Big area for running around on and plenty of obstacles to tackle and then the slides

kieran lavin August 9, 2021
tripadvisor

Went with my 8 year old, had an absolute blast,was in bits after the activities and still went out on the kayak after. Staff are amazing and so helpful. Will return on our next trip.

Simon Q August 1, 2021
google

Kids had a ball... Lots or running, swimming & climbing... For the spectators, the coffee was really good

Eoin O'Riordan July 15, 2021
tripadvisor

This was such a fun day out for adults AND kids. We kayaked, SUPd, and went on the activity park. They have a great set up, and great staff

missdaraq August 6, 2022
tripadvisor

Great time kayaking first then water park we all had fun teens also had a great time just needs a little cleaning around water park some wood and rubbish floating around

ray August 14, 2022