Embark on an exciting adventure and experience the beauty of the Wild Atlantic Way with Wild West Sailing.
Based in Sligo, we run courses, chartered trips, and powerboating courses from Rosses Point or Mullaghmore Harbour to educate and entertain people of all ages and abilities on the wonderful West Coast of Ireland.
As the Irish Sailing Training Centre of the Year 2020, our expertise is highly regarded; this all stems from our chief instructor David O'Connor who started his sailing journey in Sligo, which led him all around the world and back home in 2016 when the company was created to share this lifelong passion and knowledge.
Whatever your ability level, we can provide the best experience for you; if you want to progress from novice to master to racer, we can make it happen. Our love for sailing is so vast that we need to share it, and anyone that learns from us gains an invaluable learning experience and has an enjoyable time.
We offer diverse services because of our fleet with different boats for different activities. Our "Lynx", a Reflex 38, is excellent for voyages and exciting sailing adventures; the Beneteau Oceanis 37.3 for charter trips and more, J24's mainly for sailing skills courses and Zodiac 4.9m & 4.0m Ribs for powerboating.
Wild West Sailing can't wait to give you the adventure of a lifetime! Please get in touch with us if you have any questions!
Try Powerboating with Wild West Sailing in Sligo!
Led by David O'Connor, a lifelong sailor and our head instructor, we provide unforgettable sea experiences for people, young and old, at both beginner and advanced levels, whether it's sailing or powerboating.
If you want speed and lots of exhilarating thrills, our powerboating courses might be for you; our instructors provide level 1 introductions sessions and level 2 experiences to take your abilities to a new level.
Powerboating is an exciting and fun way to tour the stunning sights of Ireland's West Coast and explore the Wild Atlantic Way, and with our guidance, you will learn how to navigate the water and manoeuvre the boat safely.
With the vast experience of our expert instructors, you will gain a strong set of skills to guide you in future sea expeditions and give you the confidence to travel at high speeds.
You can quickly cover a lot of ground powerboating, especially using our 4.9m & 4.0m Zodiac Ribs with 50hp 4-stroke Honda engines, and can travel up to 25kts and 28kts.
All of our adventures depart from Rosses Point or Mullaghmore Harbour.
With Wild West Sailing, you will be gliding around Sligo in no time, don't hesitate to contact us if you require further details.
Explore the Northwest Coast of Ireland, Sailing with Wild West Sailing!
Hop on a top-class vessel with an experienced instructor like our leader David O'Connor who has been sailing home and abroad his entire life, and since 2016 he has been committed to providing unforgettable adventures along the Wild Atlantic Way.
Setting sail from Rosses Point or Mullaghmore Harbour in Sligo, we can travel to the likes of the Slieve League Cliffs or the Inismurray Island, enjoying breathtaking sights along the coastline.
Whether its a sailing course or a skippered charter trip, our Beneteau Oceanis 37.3 is the perfect vessel for learning new techniques for controlling and manoeuvring but also for sitting back and enjoying the stunning sights from all angles with premium onboard facilities to make you comfortable and at home on the water.
If you want a taste for sailing or a coastal adventure, you won't find a better service on such a luxurious vessel in Sligo and the Northwest.
Our sessions are quite accessible, and people of almost all ages and experience levels can quench their thirst for adventure and join us at sea.
Wild West Sailing eagerly awaits your arrival. Please get in touch with us if you have any questions!
Welcome to Wild West Sailing, where you can sail The Wild Atlantic Way and discover its beauty.
We are the newest and one of the best sailing schools in Ireland, offering a range of amazing activities since 2016 with a team of qualified instructors led by our principal and chief instructor, David O'Connor, whose desire to share his vast experience and expertise allows us to constantly deliver a unique service.
From skills courses in our J24 yachts to chartered boat trips in the Beneteau Oceanis 37.3, we offer something for people of all ages and experience levels, catering for almost all occasions such as family trips, holidays, birthday parties and more.
Based in Sligo, we have access to the wonder of the Northwest Coast of Ireland, so you can explore the beautiful coastline and many of its natural attractions, such as the Slieve League Cliffs, Inismurray Island or the Stags of Broadhaven.
Most of our sailing adventures depart from Rosses Point and Mullaghmore Harbour, where you can meet our wonderful coaches and set sail for an exciting experience learning new skills and hearing unique insights.
Wild West Sailing is here to help with any information you need, so please get in touch with us if you have questions!
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