Outdoor Adventure

Aloha Surf School runs surfing lessons in the heart of the Burren at Fanore Beach, Co. Clare, Ireland. Because of it's relative remoteness from heavily populated centres, it does not enjoy the fame attached to less attractive but better known surf destinations in Ireland such as Lahinch. All the better for those who go there! The beautiful Fanore Beach with all it's space, solitude and uncrowded surf provides the ideal location for those wanting to learn to surf. Surfing with Aloha Surf School in Fanore allows surfers to escape the masses and really enjoy the surfing experience. At our surf school, we offer professional surfing instruction for people of all ages and abilities. No experience necessary and all equipment is provided. Aloha Surf School is an Irish Surfing Association Level 2 Approved Surf School.

If you have never climbed before or usually climb on an indoor climbing wall, Bens Rockclimbing Clinic offers you the chance to come and experience climbing in the beautiful Burren, Co. Clare. Courses and one off sessions are available for all levels. You are free to climb, abseil and push your boundaries higher than you ever thought you could. The Burren is the Mecca of climbing in Ireland. Its unique limestone landscape is a treasure trove of climbing areas with a vast variety of routes and types of climbs. <br><br>Bens Climbing Clinic generally use three main areas in the Burren. The Ballyryan and Ailladie which are located On the Lisdoonvarna to Ballyvaughan road and also the Scailp na Seisri close to Bell Harbour, which is a good option when the weather is wet and wild, because it is in a gorge it is relatively sheltered even in the worst of weathers. Rockclimbing lessons generally run for two hours with a basic introduction to equipment, safety procedures and climbing techniques. Normally beginners get 2 to 3 climbs and an abseil or two in this time. Weekly courses and sessions are also available.

Galway's No.1 Bike Hire Company, your one stop shop for all your cycling needs, we offer a wide range of hire services from day bike hire, self-guided tours, guided tours, student bike hire long or short term. Located in the heart of Galway's City Centre at Mountain Trail Bike Shop in Middle Street.

At Bowwaves you'll find an unrivalled choice of watersports. Learn something new, get qualifications or work in watersports - the opportunities are here at bowwaves. You can try dinghy sailing, powerboating, keelboat sailing or yacht sailing. With over a decade of experience, you'll be in great hands. Our instructors are the most highly qualified and experienced you will find in the Ireland.

The Burren Birds of Prey & Education Centre, located at the world-famous Aillwee Cave in County Clare, is home to the most comprehensive collection of eagles, hawks, owls and falcons in the country. The facility offers the estimated 150,000 annual visitors to Ireland’s leading show cave a unique insight into the life of raptors in Ireland, as well as an opportunity to enjoy one of three daily flying displays on the slopes of Aillwee Mountain. Flying displays are held each day on the slopes of Ailwee Mountain. The centre will also offer opportunities to see how young raptors are reared. Open all year round.

Clew Bay Bike Hire and Outdoor Adventures specialize in bike hire and adventure activities in Westport and the surrounding Clew Bay Region and beyond. With a number of designated cycle trails in Westport, Louisburgh / Clare Island and Achill Island as well as the newly opened Westport Greenway and the unique 17km Great Western Greenway from Newport to Mulranny, the choice is yours! You will be kitted out with everything you need for your trip – bike, helmet, lock, hi-vis vest, rain gear and maps - as well as being able to offer a free drop-off and collection service courtesy of their mini-bus and bike trailer. <br><br>They can also organize guided tours for you and your group upon request. Ideally located in Westport town in immediate proximity to the new Westport Greenway you can drop in and get kitted out with everything you will need. Alternatively, you can call and be collected from your accommodation. Once ready you can begin your adventure in Westport. <br><br> At Clew Bay Bike Hire and Outdoor Adventures the aim is to provide you, your family and friends with everything you will need in order to explore and enjoy the Westport and Clew Bay Region.

Take to the stunning hills of Connemara and find out what man and machine can do! With the aid of your instructor, you will be tackling the varying terrains and obstacles that the Wild West of Ireland has to offer. With the Twelve Pins Mountains as our backdrop we will be bumping and ploughing our way over mud bog and rock. Winches will be used along the way with all appropriate safety gear which is provided along with full training. A lunch is also included in the day’s activities. All training is provided in accordance with Australian Adventure Activity Standards and PUWER Regulations 1998. Tea, coffee and a breakfast roll will start the day. A lunch is also included in the days activities. After the induction & safety briefing it’s out to the driving areas and on with the fun.

A hybrid between an adventure race and a bit of craic, the Connemara Rough Diamond Funventure is a mix of biking, running and hiking with quirky obstacles thrown in for good measure which offer the opportunity to acquire time bonus points. Expect the unexpected, like the 4 furlongs John Wayne-themed human steeple chase, a beach dash and the ‘Fear Gorta’ assault course in the woods. And just when you think it’s all over, you’ll need to tackle the 7.5km run to the Rough Diamond Summit. This event is designed to be an electrifying athletic experience and one hell of a roller coaster of fun, guaranteed to test your sense of humour, nerve, fitness and resolve.<br><br> But when it’s all over you can chill-out with your fellow competitors in the relaxed atmosphere of the Rough Diamond after-party. Kicking off at high noon on Lettergesh Beach in Renvyle, Co Galway, this event is about having fun in the outdoors while challenging the athlete within. It is accessible to all levels of fitness. There is free camping and parking onsite so why not bring your mates or family along and make a weekend of it. Entry costs €60 per person and you can compete or as part of a team. For more details or to sign up, visit the website. The event’s principal charity partner is Croí, the West of Ireland Cardiac Foundation (www.croi.ie).

The Connemara Trail, run by Aille Cross Equestrian Centre is not just for riders, but for anyone who enjoys other activities in a peaceful Irish atmosphere. Connemara a vast region where you will meet a man with a very original personaiity, Willie Leahy; the very incarnation of an lrish horseman, who will be your guide during a week or more of trekking through the gaelic West. For beginners and experienced riders alike, Willie Leahy provides the suitable horse and leads you to the discovery of the Connemara / Coast Trails. Six days or more of exciting and relaxing holidays, where, after you spending four to six hours a day on horseback, you are accommodated in luxurious hotels or guesthouses while the horses graze freely in a nearby field. <br><br>Guided by this friendly centaure, you cross the wild green hills, the rust coloured bogs through which, alone an experienced man knows his way. Among castle and manor ruins and along mountain paths, there is a picnic stop. The Trails are not confined to horselovers. On demand, many activities such as river fishing and deep-sea fishing, golf, cycling, mountain climbing or walking the little deserted roads, swimming etc. can be organised. Non-riders will meet their riding Partners every evening to share their daily experience in the hotel pub.

Delphi is situated in stunning Killary Harbour, home to some of Ireland's most spectacular scenery. Delphi offers everything from mountain biking, surfing, epic hiking trails where you just might run into a number of different things, rock climbing, and a number of other sporting activities.

Located in the Killary Fjord, Delphi Mountain Resort is a truly unique place where you can completely escape, unwind, contemplate, and relax. Delphi is the place where you can rejuvenate, rebalance, and be inspired. A hotel, spa and adventure centre with facilities for meetings, weddings and parties, all occasions are catered for.

Derroura Mountain Bike Trail Network, over 16 kms in length, lies at the gateway to Connemara. The trails here will offer you massive views north into the Maam valley and westwards to the Twelve Pins. Derroura offers you some incredible mountain biking in some of the most spectacular scenery in Connemara. You will face long climbs and thrilling descents with great views overlooking the entire of Lough Corrib from the halfway point of the trails.

Fancy learning to scuba dive in Galway, or simply practice and improve your existing diving skills in the beautiful waters around Galway? Dive Galway on the doorstep of Galway Bay, The River Corrib and the vast Lough Corrib Lakes offer numerous diving opportunities for visitors to Galway. Dive Galway also offer Nightdives, Shoredives, Boatdiving, Cavediving and Driftdiving. Packages available for Groups and individuals. Airport or accommodation pick ups are arranged, otherwise you simply meet us at the departure. points. We use Leisureland Swimming Pool for beginners and for some winter training sessions. All dive equipment and tank fills supplied. <br><br>Dive Galway are certified to teach the world recognised PADI (professional Association of Diving instructors) system, we also teach the IAHD system . All our courses are taught by qualified Open Water Dive Instructors, with years of experience.<br><br> <b>Phone:</b> 353 85 262 6957<p> <b>Email:</b> galwaydiving@eircom.net

The Shannon estuary is home to Ireland’s only resident group of bottlenose dolphins. Over 100 dolphins have been identified using the estuary at different times; calves are born each year and are usually encountered in the groups observed. Cruises depart from the Kilrush marina on board the new vessel “Dolphin Discovery”. The trip takes about 2 hours, passing the islands of Hog and Scattery on the quest to locate the dolphins which are successfully seen on over 98% of the trips. <br><br>Kilrush and Carrigaholt are the main access locations for those who wish to view the large group of bottlenose dolphins that reside in the Shannon Estuary. This school of breeding dolphins is unique to Ireland and is the most accessible group of dolphins in Europe. Dolphins are curious, playful, unpredictable animals, whose charming antics are bound to amaze and delight you. Why not hop on board one of the passenger vessels for an interesting, fun and most enjoyable trip in the company of these amazing creatures.

The Rat Race Urban Adventure Galway is the hottest event to test your limits of fitness, nerves, teamwork and stamina. The Rat Race is an annual event which invites you to its metropolitan playgrounds for an eclectic mix of running, mountain biking, kayaking, abseiling and climbing. Tri-athletes, extreme sport junkies, outdoor-types, alternative city-break tourists join in the race from all over the world.