Easter Walking Weekend 2011



Go Ireland is pleased to announce its Easter Walking Festival newly based in Killarney, Co. Kerry. Walk off the excesses of the festivities ahead on some of the best walks in the country. All levels catered for from the casual stroller to those who wish to climb Carrauntoohil, Ireland’s highest mountain. You stay in the luxurious 4 star Dromhall Hotel in Killarney town. Relax, unwind & let Go Ireland organise everything while you take a walk on the wild side!

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THURSDAY 21st APRIL 2011
9.00 p.m. Registration and welcome briefing/photo presentation with Seán Ó Súilleabháin.

FRIDAY 22nd APRIL 2011
Walk A: Purple Mountain (832m)
Our 1st walk is Purple Mountain bounded to the west by the Gap of Dunloe which separates it from the McGillycuddy Reeks. To the south and east are the Lakes of Killarney and to the north is the wide, flat valley of the River Laune. The eastern half of Purple Mountain is part of Killarney National Park. Within the national park, the lower slopes are covered in oak forests, some of which are remnants of those that covered Ireland before the arrival of humans.

Walk B: Tomies Mountain (735m)
We can experience the magnificent scenery described above as we climb the lower peak, Tomies Mountain.

SATURDAY 23rd APRIL 2011
Walk A: Carrauntoohil (1039m)
Distance: (depending on route) 12km/7.5miles Ascent: up to 1,150m/3,750ft

Blow away the effects of over-indulgence on a climb onto Carrauntoohil, Ireland’s highest mountain (1039m). This is for experienced climbers. The ascent may be from the north via Coomcallee/The Hag’s Glen, and up via the Eagle’s Nest (Cummeennoughter) and O’Shea’s Gully. An alternative ascent is over Caher (1001m), a (partial) circuit of Coomloughra Glen. Weather and the opportunity for views will dictate the routes up and down.

Walk B: Hags Glen
For today’s moderate walk we will travel to the starting point for Carrauntoohil and we will walk the lower reeks which have various routes depending on the weather on the day.

SUNDAY 24th APRIL 2011
Departure after a hearty Irish breakfast.
Option of staying for an extra night in the Dromhall hotel.

Price
€250 per person sharing for 3 Night Package at the Dromhall Hotel (Based on a minimum of 2 people).

Accommodation is based on a twin/double-sharing basis. A limited number of single rooms are available at a supplement of €30 per night. For those willing to share, we will do our utmost to match solo walkers.

Closing Date for Bookings: 15th April 2011

Price includes:
• 3 Nights' B&B in Dromhall Hotel with en-suite facilities in Killarney, Co. Kerry
• 3 Full Irish breakfasts
• 2 pack lunches
• Choice of superb A or B walks on 2 days
• Coach/minibus transfers to walks each day.
• Experienced local walking guides.
• Welcome briefing and photo presentation.



Equipment: For all grades of walks, you will need warm and waterproof clothing, including a hat, gloves and spare clothing. For both walks, mountain boots with a well cleated sole (to prevent slipping) and support (for the ankles) are essential. Bring along a flask and lunch box in a small rucksack, which can hold your spare clothing. Please note that jeans are not suitable (no insulation value when wet) – warm tracksuit bottoms would be much better.

Don't forget to bring along musical instruments - useful even for the coach transfers!!

Note: The organisers/guides reserve the right to classify walkers on the basis of experience and suitability of equipment. Guides may have to alter the walks to allow for weather or other factors but this will be done only as a last resort.


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