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This 8 or 5 day walking
tour of southwest Ireland is based in
the delightful coastal village of Glenbeigh,
Co. Kerry. Walk directly from your guesthouse
on 2 days on the Kerry Way, on old coach
and butter roads by the Atlantic Ocean
overlooking Dingle Bay. Discover the
wild valleys of mid-Kerry and Killarney
National Park. Relax and unwind with
the superb views, unique flora and fauna
and a landscape imbued with folklore.
Enjoy the craic (fun) and music in the
local pubs.
Glenbeigh (Gleann Beithe – Valley of the Birch trees)
is a beautiful vibrant village situated by the Atlantic
Ocean, at the foot of the mountains of the Iveragh peninsula,
on the Ring of Kerry. Walk on the 6 miles of golden, blue
flag beach of Rossbeigh, while breathing in the fresh Atlantic
sea air. The town has great pubs and restaurants where
you will have the opportunity to hear traditional Irish
music or even partake in some dancing! Situated on the
Kerry Way walking route you can walk from your guesthouse
on two days.
Your accommodation for the week is in
Kerry
Ocean Lodge,
Go Irelands quality 20-bedroom walking lodge, based in
the centre of Glenbeigh with every walkers need catered
for. Every room has a TV, hairdryer, tea and coffee making
facilities and private bathroom. There is also free internet
access, free laundry facilities and private parking.
• Glenbeigh – a picturesque, vibrant village by the Atlantic ocean
• Glenbeighs strong tradition of music and dance
• Rossbeigh Beach – an award winning blue flag beach
• Killarney National Park – lakes, oak woods, waterfalls, bogland, native
Irish Red Deer
• 19th century Muckross House (optional) and Gardens
• Mid Kerry’s inland valleys and the Gap of Dunloe
• Spectacular coastal walk overlooking Dingle Bay
• ‘
Sub-tropical’ & unique flora, folklore, archaeology
• Optional boat trip to the Skelligs islands (a monastic settlement from 600AD)
• Rock Art (4,000 years old)
19.00 hrs. Dinner and welcome briefing with guide at
guesthouse in Glenbeigh.
Distance: 12km/7.5miles Ascent:
50m/165ft
A gentle walk on road, bog road and beach allows you to
experience a variety of habitats (blanket bog, sand dune,
freshwater lake/stream and seashore) as well as to view
peat cuttings. End the walk with a visit to Ireland’s
only Bog Village museum where you can see how people lived
in olden days.
Distance: 17km/10.5miles Ascent:
300m/1,000ft
The first walk takes you on the early Christian route
and medieval coaching road, with detours to view archaeological
artefacts and 4,000-year-old rock art, views across Dingle
Bay and a possible diversion to a beach for a swim in the
Atlantic Ocean.
Via Windy
Gap - Distance: 13km/ 8miles Ascent
350m/1,150ft
Via
Treanmanagh - Distance: 17km/10.5miles
Ascent 270m/ 900ft
You walk from the seaside village of Glenbeigh, ascend
gradually to circle Seefin Mountain and stroll downwards
into the lush valley of the Caragh River in storied Glencar.
Day tours, i.e., Ring of Kerry, Dingle Peninsula, Killarney,
etc., or boat trip to Skelligs Rock. Alternatively go fishing,
golfing, horse riding, hire a bike, walk or simply relax.
Bridia Valley to Gap of Dunloe -
Distance: 16km/10miles Ascent: 400m/1,300ft
Derrycunnihy to Gap of Dunloe - Distance:
14km/8.75m Ascent: 200m/ 660ft
There is a choice of routes through the dramatic, ice-carved
Black Valley, followed by a walk up and through the internationally
known Gap of Dunloe.
Distance: 10.5km/6.5miles Ascent:
230m/ 750ft. Descent: 330m/1,100ft
Option extra: 12km/7.5miles
The final leg of the Kerry Way takes you into Killarney
National Park – through ancient oak woods, along
the Old Kenmare Road, with a descent beside the spectacular
Torc Cascade and into the gardens of Muckross House (19th
century mansion), with its welcoming teashop. Optional
extended walk to visit to the ruins of Muckross Friary
(15th century).
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