Unique things to do in County Cork

You can come up to our base in the Galtee Moutains (one hour drive from Cork City) and we will ride the bikes around the Galtee Castle Woods and then up into the mountains and then Hike into the Galtee Mountains, the highest inland mountain range in Ireland. The bikes are Rad Rhino fat tyre electric bikes with plenty of torque to help you up the hills and enjoy the downhills. I will share my knowledge of the local area while we cruise the trails and hike in the mountain. We will picnic with a hot drink and healthy food in the mountains with beautiful views. We also have accommodation available in a wooden yurt or a converted horse truck. Both can sleep up to 4 people each. https://www.airbnb.ie/rooms/5239784 https://www.airbnb.ie/rooms/20274465 Other things to note Snacks, drinks and wet weather gear. Sturdy boots, sunscreen, sunglasses and hat.

Top-rated outdoor tour in County Kerry/on the Ring of Kerry! #SupportsIrishFarmers ☘☘☘☘☘☘☘☘☘☘☘☘ Private message host for bookings/private tours OR use the “REQUEST AVAILABILITY” feature to get a tour at a time that suits you. WE ARE FLEXIBLE. ☘☘☘☘☘☘☘☘☘☘☘☘ This is not your standard tour - it is a fully interactive, hands-on, REAL and unforgettable experience. You'll see Irish farming shown exactly as it is...highs, lows, and everything in-between! You'll be outdoors viewing Rose (an expert sheepdog) in action. She is trained to herd up a flock of wild mountain sheep. Once she is finished, you get up close and personal to the sheep. You can feel their strength and size. Throughout the tour, lifelong farmers Sinead & Tim provide facts and authentic insight into sheep farming and Ireland in general. This experience is a great opportunity to meet the locals & try to understand a different lifestyle than your own. Also a good photo opportunity. ————— Other things: ▪1hr duration ▪Cash or card payments accepted in person ▪If the weather is bad, we can move the tour indoors ▪Book our cute farm cottage https://www.airbnb.ie/rooms/13388873

Alpacas take to trekking quite easily. They walk in a line, one behind the other on a head collar and lead rope. Our guided treks start at the alpacas' barn and ascend into the forest. Each trek lasts about 1.5 hours. The walk itself is at a very leisurely pace, and is not at all strenuous. PLEASE NOTE: MINIMUM AGE 12 YEARS, no baby carriers (and all guests must speak English). When you arrive on site, the alpacas will be grazing, and we will call them in using their yellow food bucket! Simon and I will introduce you to the alpacas whist getting them ready with head collars and leads. We will have a brief health & safety chat, as well as give you some idea of what to expect and some pointers so you can interact with your alpaca. We will also introduce you to all of their individual quirks and personalities. Alpacas are not able to carry packs or people, so they will accompany us as we walk the forest trail. We try not to let them stop to nibble grass for long periods. Half-way around the walk, we release the alpacas in an enclosed area, so we can feed them treats, and you can get very close and intimate with them. They will love you when we give you the apples and carrots to feed them. There will be plenty of photo opportunities throughout your visit. When we return to the farm, we will finish with a fibre and spinning demonstration.

We will walk around the farm for about 2 hours. This is a hill farm so involves a bit of hill walking. We will see our sheep and feed them if winter time (they live solely on grass in the summer time), You will most likely see our Chickens if they are not busy doing other chicken stuff. You will also see some wonderful scenery on the walk. We will visit the Peat Bog where we used to cut turf for the fire and hear about the diversity of plants that grow on the bog. You will hear the larks serenading us on our walk. A rare enough experience in these days. We have a number of Archaeological sites on the farm which we also visit. We will see our Fairy Fort and our Standing stone. If you like this experience but the scheduled time and date does not suit, please message me and we might be able to schedule a time that does. Other things to note Walk is on a hill sheep farm so we don't allow dogs. The walk is on average mountain land sometimes wet, good walking boots/shoes and raingear needed. Be prepared to walk up to 2 hours. Enjoy !

Kayaking Is Available! Please contact me via airbnb messaging :) Kayak Across Ireland's Famous Lakes Of Killarney, Exploring Hidden Inlets & Islands Spend a relaxing morning or afternoon exploring the deep sparkling Lakes of Killarney by kayak, with an expert guide. Beginning at 15th century Ross Castle, paddle into Lough Lein, discovering wooded islands, limestone caves and local history. With an experienced qualified guide learn the skills to master your kayak and keep a look out for white tailed sea eagles as they soar above Killarney National Park. Land at the ancient ruins of Innisfallen Abbey; once a leper colony, now home only to native red deer. No Previous Kayaking Experience Is Needed

You can come up to our base in the Galtee Moutains (one hour drive from Cork City) and we will ride the bikes around the Galtee Castle Woods and then up into the mountains and then Hike into the Galtee Mountains, the highest inland mountain range in Ireland. The bikes are Rad Rhino fat tyre electric bikes with plenty of torque to help you up the hills and enjoy the downhills. I will share my knowledge of the local area while we cruise the trails and hike in the mountain. We will picnic with a hot drink and healthy food in the mountains with beautiful views. We also have accommodation available in a wooden yurt or a converted horse truck. Both can sleep up to 4 people each. https://www.airbnb.ie/rooms/5239784 https://www.airbnb.ie/rooms/20274465 Other things to note Snacks, drinks and wet weather gear. Sturdy boots, sunscreen, sunglasses and hat.

Carrauntoohil is Ireland's highest mountain, with 1,038 metres of height (3,405 feet). It's a strenuous walk ideal for a person with a good fitness level, hill walking experience & hiking boots. ITINERARY: Distance of 13 km. Total ascent 950 metres. Duration 6+ hours. I will meet with my hiking group at 10:00 at Lisleibane - Carrauntoohil Trail Head & Car Park. Carrauntoohil Coffee Hut at the car park (Summer) for coffee. After checking gear and supplies we will hit the trail with an easy pace. On our way, perhaps we meet sheep, we watch the birds soar, we smell the gorse flower (May) as we walk into Hag’s Glen for one hour before our first rest at the base of the Hag’s Tooth. We then prepare for the summit and the actual climb, with short scrambles and steep climb we will head via O’Shea's Gully. Setting off, as we rise higher and higher we are greeted with better and better views, we experience more pleasure than pain. When we finally arrive at the summit we are awestruck by the views, the best in Ireland in a clear day. We can see the entire County of Kerry, the Black Valley, Dingle Peninsula, West Cork, even the Atlantic Ocean. Priceless!! With our well deserved rest, refreshed and elated it's time to descend taking our time, and being extra careful we work our way down via Devil’s Ladder, or Zig-Zag path; or Heaven's Gate depending on weather conditions and safety.

We offer a unique opportunity to discover some of the most breathtaking scenery in Ireland on horseback. Our spectacular mountain rides have provided riders with some amazing experiences over the years. All our rides are accompanied by me personally. I will guide you and your horse safely along the dazzling mountain scenery and through wide open countryside. With the Boggeragh Mountains as a backdrop, the Blackwater at your feet and the picturesque Horse Capital town of Millstreet only 2 miles away, it is a great experience. From half hour to 3 hours. Other times can be arranged just message us. Our native irish ponies and horses are all very well behaved and well schooled. Some experience is better. Other things to note Some experience with horses is helpful but not essential. Self catering accommodation is also available onsite.

Top-rated outdoor tour in County Kerry/on the Ring of Kerry! #SupportsIrishFarmers ☘☘☘☘☘☘☘☘☘☘☘☘ Private message host for bookings/private tours OR use the “REQUEST AVAILABILITY” feature to get a tour at a time that suits you. WE ARE FLEXIBLE. ☘☘☘☘☘☘☘☘☘☘☘☘ This is not your standard tour - it is a fully interactive, hands-on, REAL and unforgettable experience. You'll see Irish farming shown exactly as it is...highs, lows, and everything in-between! You'll be outdoors viewing Rose (an expert sheepdog) in action. She is trained to herd up a flock of wild mountain sheep. Once she is finished, you get up close and personal to the sheep. You can feel their strength and size. Throughout the tour, lifelong farmers Sinead & Tim provide facts and authentic insight into sheep farming and Ireland in general. This experience is a great opportunity to meet the locals & try to understand a different lifestyle than your own. Also a good photo opportunity. ————— Other things: ▪1hr duration ▪Cash or card payments accepted in person ▪If the weather is bad, we can move the tour indoors ▪Book our cute farm cottage https://www.airbnb.ie/rooms/13388873

Alpacas take to trekking quite easily. They walk in a line, one behind the other on a head collar and lead rope. Our guided treks start at the alpacas' barn and ascend into the forest. Each trek lasts about 1.5 hours. The walk itself is at a very leisurely pace, and is not at all strenuous. PLEASE NOTE: MINIMUM AGE 12 YEARS, no baby carriers (and all guests must speak English). When you arrive on site, the alpacas will be grazing, and we will call them in using their yellow food bucket! Simon and I will introduce you to the alpacas whist getting them ready with head collars and leads. We will have a brief health & safety chat, as well as give you some idea of what to expect and some pointers so you can interact with your alpaca. We will also introduce you to all of their individual quirks and personalities. Alpacas are not able to carry packs or people, so they will accompany us as we walk the forest trail. We try not to let them stop to nibble grass for long periods. Half-way around the walk, we release the alpacas in an enclosed area, so we can feed them treats, and you can get very close and intimate with them. They will love you when we give you the apples and carrots to feed them. There will be plenty of photo opportunities throughout your visit. When we return to the farm, we will finish with a fibre and spinning demonstration.

Join us for a cycling excursion in Cork City. We'll take full advantage of the parks, riverside pathways, and cycle lanes in the city. We will show you the rich history of the city, some of its beautiful parks, and a few of Cork’s hidden secrets. Sample the rich history of Cork City, stretching from before the Viking era to its present-day bustle. As you cycle through the parks and riverside paths, you will see as much nature as an urban area can support. Cork boasts over 30 bridges and over 20 church spires. See how many you can count as you travel through this beautiful city by the Lee. After this excursion, you will be fully oriented in the city and will know the top bars and restaurants to visit as you continue your stay. Other things to note Wear practical and comfortable clothing. Wear a bright / reflective outer layer.

No spaces? Message host to book. AUTHENTIC SHEEP FARM EXPERIENCE -RING OF KERRY #SupportsIrishFarmers 300+ five star reviews. Highly rated tours IG//FB @HiddenHillsWaterville •••••••••••••••••••••• Just like human babies, lambs need regular feeds of milk but not all lambs are looked after by their mothers. In this experience, you’ll be; 1. Hands-on bottle-feeding adorable newborn lambs (and getting cuddles!) 2. Up close and personal with the older sheep, learning about them too! This tour is on a real working farm. It offers an informational, yet informal fun and cute experience. Farmer Sinead aims to answer every question and provide you with an authentic insight into Ireland. You'll witness first-hand how much love and care Irish animals get. This is a wholesome experience, suitable for ALL ages and abilities. The farm is located in one of the most scenic areas of co. Kerry, 10 minutes’ drive from Waterville. Just under an hour from Killarney. BOOK NOW!!! OTHER STUFF: ▪ 1-hour experience - 1 pm daily. ▪ Bathroom/hand washing facility on site. ▪ Spaces are limited to ten places each day. Early booking is advisable. ▪There are 3 friendly dogs on the farm. Your own dogs are sadly not welcome. ▪Please note, for medical reasons, this tour is unsuitable for women who are pregnant.

We will walk around the farm for about 2 hours. This is a hill farm so involves a bit of hill walking. We will see our sheep and feed them if winter time (they live solely on grass in the summer time), You will most likely see our Chickens if they are not busy doing other chicken stuff. You will also see some wonderful scenery on the walk. We will visit the Peat Bog where we used to cut turf for the fire and hear about the diversity of plants that grow on the bog. You will hear the larks serenading us on our walk. A rare enough experience in these days. We have a number of Archaeological sites on the farm which we also visit. We will see our Fairy Fort and our Standing stone. If you like this experience but the scheduled time and date does not suit, please message me and we might be able to schedule a time that does. Other things to note Walk is on a hill sheep farm so we don't allow dogs. The walk is on average mountain land sometimes wet, good walking boots/shoes and raingear needed. Be prepared to walk up to 2 hours. Enjoy !

This is a more hands on and fun Experience for guests where you will each sand, seal, wax embellish and finish a turned piece to take home with you. In effect you will be getting a custom made piece turned by a professional but with your own spin on it. Please Note: Due to the complexity and skill required to turn one of my Hanging Ornaments, I will turn the decoration from a wood blank into its final shape in two stages as you watch. I will then show you how to: Fully sand the piece yourself Add colour, your choices! Embellish the grain with gold wax, to make it pop! Apply the overcoat of High Gloss Add the hook eye and ribbon, the colour of which you will choose for yourself! Some of these steps are quite difficult so if at any stage if you cannot complete a step I will help you or do it for you. In the last few years I have become very well known for my Hanging Ornament decorations & they have moved on from the earlier natural grain versions to a mixture of colour and natural grain. You can buy some of my Hanging Ornaments in the shops but it is far more special to be involved in the making of one yourself! There may be an opportunity to view some finished pieces afterwards for a few minutes. Please request a viewing when booking so products can be set up for you.

I will meet with my hiking group at Subway, Muckross Rd, Dromhale, Killarney, Co. Kerry, V93 EFR7 at 10:30. From the meeting point we have to drive 10 minutes to the starting point near Torc Waterfall. Please, bring your own transport. The walk is on open moorland and tracks suitable for families with children who did previously similar 4 hours walks, with a moderate fitness level. We will climb to Torc Mountain 535 metres over sea level, with a total ascent of 500 metres. Gear advice: hiking boots or shoes, rain jacket, some food and water for the walk. I will discuss the route of the day with them. We will start at a leisurely pace and I will make sure that everybody is comfortable and happy. We will stop at regular intervals to enjoy the scenery, to admire the mountains, flora and wildlife, to take pictures, and have some food & water. The walking route will be to Torc Waterfall & Mountain with a great view of Lough Leane, Muckross Lake, Upper Lake, Mangerton, Purple, Shehy and Tomies mountains. During the walk I like to talk with the group about hiking issues related to the area. Every one of my guided walks has its own particular places of outstanding beauty. I always aim to make my walks a very special and memorable experience for my clients. If you wish a higher level of hiking, please check on Airbnb my walk” Guided hike Carrauntoohil”

Part of this moderate hill walk is on open moorland and mountain, sometimes over wet ground, long grass & heather, with narrow tracks. I will meet with my hiking group at Emilie's coffee shop, in Glenbeigh village, N70 road - Ring of Kerry, at 10:00. From here we have to drive 10 more minutes to the hike start point. Please, bring your own transport. After I have made sure they have the right footwear and warm-comfortable clothing for a hill walk, I will discuss our day with them, and show them our route clearly on the map. We will start our walk at a leisurely pace and I will make sure that everybody is comfortable and happy. We will stop at regular intervals for people to enjoy the scenery, to take pictures, and have some food and drinks. During the walk I like to talk with my group about issues related to the area, such ancient dwelling places. Itinerary: Distance 13 km Total height gain 800 metres Duration 5.5 hours. With start/finish point at Mountain Stage, we will walk on The Kerry Way trail with views of the Atlantic Ocean and Dingle Peninsula during the whole hike. After one hour we will go up to Beenmore (670 metres) & Drung Hill (640 metres) summits, after lunch break there is a gentle way down to the finish point.

Kayaking Is Available! Please contact me via airbnb messaging :) Kayak Across Ireland's Famous Lakes Of Killarney, Exploring Hidden Inlets & Islands Spend a relaxing morning or afternoon exploring the deep sparkling Lakes of Killarney by kayak, with an expert guide. Beginning at 15th century Ross Castle, paddle into Lough Lein, discovering wooded islands, limestone caves and local history. With an experienced qualified guide learn the skills to master your kayak and keep a look out for white tailed sea eagles as they soar above Killarney National Park. Land at the ancient ruins of Innisfallen Abbey; once a leper colony, now home only to native red deer. No Previous Kayaking Experience Is Needed

I will meet with my hiking group at Kate Kearney's Cottage, in The Gap of Dunloe, at 10:00. Free car park and public toilets. Nearest shop in Beaufort 3 minutes drive. After I have made sure they have the right hiking footwear and warm-comfortable clothing for the walk, we have to drive 5 minutes to Tomies Wood free car park to start out our lovely walk. Please, bring your own transport. We will start our walk at a leisurely pace, and I will make sure that everybody is comfortable and happy. We will stop at regular intervals for people to enjoy the scenery, to take pictures, and have some food and drinks. During the walk I like to talk with my group about issues related to the area such as ancient dwelling places. Itinerary: Purple Mountain stands at 832 metres. The whole walk will be a distance of 13 km, total height gain 900 metres, taking about 5.5 hours to complete the walk. This hike is on open moorland and mountain, with wet ground at some spots, narrow mountain tracks surrounded by high heather and short steep climbs. A good level of fitness is required to complete the moderate-strenuous walk on time, some experience in hill walking is needed. The semi-circular walking route will be contouring near Tomies and Shehy mountains. From the summit of Purple at 832 metres, there are great views of The Gap of Dunloe, MacGillycuddy’s Reeks and Killarney National Park.

I will meet with my hiking group at Kate Kearney's Cottage, this is the starting point in The Gap of Dunloe, at 10:30. With free car park and public toilets. Nearest shop 3 minutes drive in Beaufort. After I have made sure they have the right hiking footwear, warm-comfortable clothing for the walk, food & water, I will discuss our day and route with them. We will start our walk at a leisurely pace, and I will make sure that everybody is comfortable and happy. We will stop at regular intervals for people to enjoy the scenery, to take photos, and have some snacks and drinks. During the walk I like to talk with my group about issues related to the area, such ancient dwelling places. The walking route to Strickeen will be on open mountain and a wide track in the way down. The walk is easy suitable for a family with children over 10 years. From the summit at 440 meters high, there are great views toward Carrauntoohil and Dingle peninsula. Here we would have lunch break, surrounded by the highest mountains in Ireland. Every one of my guided walks has its' own particular places of outstanding beauty. I always aim to make my walks a very special and memorable experience for guests. Distance of 7 km. Total height gain 400 metres. 3.5 hours.

Arrive and meet the staff, horses and dogs that reside in our family owned farm. Gear up and mount up on our beautiful horses. Take in the sights sounds and beauty along our trail rides. Leave with a smile on your face and memories in your mind. Other things to note Can cater for groups of 6 or less. 10 o'clock is opening time we are available all day up to 6pm. Can go on longer treks if desired.