Private River Runs on Carrick-on-Shannon: Custom boat events with onboard sound and a full bar

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Private River Runs on Carrick-on-Shannon: Custom boat events with onboard sound and a full bar

Customizable 1–3 hour private boat trips in Carrick-on-Shannon for groups up to 80, with onboard music, a fully stocked bar and catering available upon request — this guide helps you plan and board.

Private River Runs on Carrick-on-Shannon: Custom boat events with onboard sound and a full bar.

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Location
Carrick-On-Shannon
Operator
Moon River Cruise
Category
Private
Robert Eric Crews
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Moon River Cruise operates private, customizable boat trips from Carrick-on-Shannon that combine easygoing river atmosphere with event-ready amenities — a speaker system you can plug into, fully stocked bar facilities, and optional catering — designed for team building, celebrations and other private gatherings.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE BOARDING

Quay-side departure in the town centre

Trips depart from a quay beside the Leitrim tourist office, directly across from The Landmark Hotel, with car parking available along the quay and beside the hotel for easy access on arrival.

THE AMENITIES

Onboard sound and a fully stocked bar

Every private cruise includes a speaker system you may connect to and fully stocked bar facilities on board; catering and food-and-drink packages are available on request to tailor the experience.

THE OCCASION

Tailored for celebrations and private events

These customizable boat trips are set up for a wide range of private events — team building, birthdays, weddings, funerals, christenings and naming ceremonies — with service shaped to the occasion.

What the day feels like

What the cruise feels like

A private hire with Moon River Cruise is a short, social outing: boarding at the town quay, an hour to three hours on the water with the music and bar you’ve chosen, and a return to the same central quay — all customizable to the group and occasion.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who benefits most from this offering

1
Large Groups & Corporate TeamsWell suited — supports team-building and corporate events with space for groups up to 80 and event-focused onboard amenities.
2
Celebration PartiesIdeal for birthdays, anniversaries and private celebrations thanks to a speaker system, bar facilities and optional catering.
3
Ceremonial GatheringsAppropriate for weddings, christenings, funerals and naming ceremonies — the operator lists these events among services they provide.
4
Small Groups & Intimate EventsAlso adaptable for smaller private gatherings: cruises are customizable and duration can be set between one and three hours to suit intimate groups.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Duration

Bookings run from 1 up to 3 hours—choose the length that suits your event.

What to Bring

You may connect your own music to the onboard speaker system; the vessel also has fully stocked bar facilities. Catering is available on request as an extra.

Logistics & Meeting Point

Meet along the quay near the Leitrim tourist office, across the road from The Landmark Hotel; car parking is available along the quay and beside The Landmark Hotel.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is a private cruise?

Private cruises are available in durations from 1 up to 3 hours.

How many people can the boat accommodate?

The service can accommodate groups of up to 80 participants.

Can we play our own music on board?

Yes — there is a speaker system on board that you are welcome to connect to if you prefer your own music over the commentary.

Is food or catering provided?

Catering and food-and-drink packages are available on request for an additional charge.

Where do I meet the boat and is there parking?

The meeting point is along the quay near the Leitrim tourist office, across the road from The Landmark Hotel; car parking space is available along the quay and beside The Landmark Hotel.

What types of events can be held on a private cruise?

Operator services include team building, birthday celebrations, private events, weddings, funerals, christenings and naming ceremonies.