Ireland County Kerry
Superb sunset views from the Geokaun Loop
The Geokaun Loop hike on Geokaun Mountain (the highest point on Valentia Island) offers spectacular views over the coastline, Valentia Harbour and the Skellig Islands.
Ireland County Kerry
Hiking Carrauntoohil via the vertiginous Devils Ladder
A fun hike from Cronins Yard to the summit of Carrauntoohil (1,039m asl), Ireland’s highest peak in the Macgillycuddy Reeks mountain range. The route ascends via the very steep Devils Ladders and descends via the Zig Zags.
Ireland County Kerry
Breathtaking Dingle Peninsula views from the Bray Head Loop
The Bray Head Loop hike on Valentia Island offers stunning views from the top of Bray Head and Bray Tower. It can be done as an easy out-and-back hike or a slightly more challenging loop.
Ireland County Kerry
Hiking to the westernmost point of Ireland at Dunmore Head
The scenic Dunmore Head loop on the Dingle Peninsula takes you to the westernmost point of mainland Ireland. As well as spectacular views on a clear day, it passes an historic Ogham stone.
Ireland County Galway
Discovering the secrets of Inis OÃrr on an island loop
Inis OÃrr, the smallest of the Aran Islands, offers an intriguing historical and geological landscape. Attractions along the hike around the island include medieval churches, a lighthouse, and a shipwreck.
Ireland County Clare
Political scandal and spectacular scenery at the Cliffs of Moher
Two very different hikes along the spectacular Cliffs of Moher – the popular paved trails of the Cliffs of Moher Experience and a more raw and remote loop from Hags Head.
Ireland County Galway
Sweeping views on the Diamond Hill loop
The popular Diamond Hill Loop in Connemara National Park offers great views from the 442m peak over the Ballynakill Harbour, Kylemore Lough and the Twelve Bens.
Ireland County Mayo
Conquering Croagh Patrick on a cold and wet pilgrimage
Croagh Patrick, Ireland’s holiest mountain, attracts over 100,000 hikers annually. In clear weather the 764m summit offers sweeping views over the picturesque Clew Bay.