Virtual Visit Northern Ireland

If there is one commodity that County Fermanagh is not short of its water. Ireland's beautiful Shannon Erne waterways are a legend unto themselves and unmatched for their beauty, heritage and tranquility. Cruise in breathtaking surroundings and find a warm Irish welcome everywhere you go. The Shannon/Erne Waterway provides access to the Shannon itself while the town is the gateway to Lough Erne and everything that is spectacular labyrinth of waters has to offer.

Emerald Star is one of the most prestigious inland waterway boat hire companies in Europe, with over 30 year's experience in cruising in Ireland. The fleet of 200 cruisers offers you a wide selection of craft, ranging from two-berth to double family size ten-berth cruisers.

Emerald Star has three cruiser bases in Ireland. The immersive images in hese pages were taken at Belturbet base. Belturbet is a busy town attracting anglers and boating enthusiasts, as well as being a focal point in the Emerald Star network. From the base at Belturbet you can explore the labyrinth of waters and islands of Upper and Lower Lough Erne. An angler's paradise with numerous moorings to indulge your pleasure or to simply relax and soak up the peace and tranquillity of these magical surroundings.