Activities in Donegal

The Donegal Cycle Route starts in Donegal Town connecting to the North West Trail and and follows a route along the local roads as much as possible through Mountcharles, Inver, Ardara, Dungloe, Loughanure, Crolly, Dunlewey, Creeslough, Glen, Milford, Ramelton, Letterkenny, and connects with the National Cycle Network and Sustrans Route 92 at Newtowncunningham. There are several signed spurs alo…

A visit to Ards Forest Park will reward everyone at any time of the year. The park covers approximately 480 hectares (1200 acres) and includes a variety of habitats, among them sand dunes, beaches, salt marshes, salt water lakes, rock face and, of course, coniferous and deciduous woodlands. With such a variety of landscapes, it is possible to spend many hours exploring this wonderful park. The sea…

VISIT OUR BESPOKE MARSHMALLOW & CHOCOLATE EXPERIENCE ON DONEGAL’S WILD ATLANTIC WAY Located on a family farm, 15 minutes from Derry city & Letterkenny, Mallow Mia’s been producing handmade confectionery since 2014. The workshops are run by its owner and food scientist Linda McClean and are creative confectionery experiences. As you enter the colourful building there’s a warm welcoming atmosphe…

Hi my name is Nicola, a native of Donegal. From a very young age I have been passionate about my beautiful county, its breathtaking scenery, its rich history, its flora and fauna and off course its friendly people. Join me on a tour of my part of the Wild Atlantic Way. the stunning South West Donegal area. Private Day Tours for up to 8 people showcasing the South West Donegal area on the Wild …

Designer knitwear with a contemporary Irish identity designed and handmade locally. A sustainable family business connecting the past to the future. As a fashion designer qualified first from Limerick School of Art and Design in 1986, early collections were a reflection of new possibilities for Donegal tweed, a fabric first developed in our region of the North West of Ireland. With an instin…

If you are interested in horse riding in Donegal then the friendly team at Tullagh Bay Equestrian Centre are on hand to provide a range of equestrian activities in a fun and safe environment with top class facilities. They have a large selection of horses and ponies for you to get to know and choose from when booking a lesson or for trekking. Tullagh Bay Equestrian Centre is located on Inishowen…

Sliabh Liag Boat Tours are running regular sight seeing boat trips to Sliabh Liag Cliffs from Teelin since 1995. For the 2023 season we are planning some surprises to make your trip with us a memorable one. We do swimming trips where you can drop in for a swim on the way to the cliffs. We carry a limited amount of wetsuits on a first come basis. We are going to do regular music trips. …

An attractive garden of just over one acre on sloping ground facing south with panaromic views, Beltany View is situated close to the famous Beltany Stone Circle. The garden has been established for over 10 years and is beginning to mature wonderfully. Highlights include the spring-fed ponds, and the vast array of flowers, shrubs and perennials.

Jailbreak is the North-west’s first live escape room! Set in a real beneath the Old Courthouse, you and your group have been sentenced to death for a crime you didn’t commit and locked in a cell. With only 60 minutes to escape, your group will have to work together to find clues in the room and solve a series of puzzles to save yourselves! Do you have what it takes to make it out alive? Juni…

The garden surrounds my once derelict small house and one sees an aspect of it from every room. There are perennial flower borders and grassy paths lead to the various features. There are seats and picnic tables. Paths run through the woodland which is full of spring flowers. Groups of children are very welcome. A summer house provides shelter in case of rain.

A wee family run gem. Nestled in the beautiful hills of Inishowen, right at the start of The Wild Atlantic Way, with spectacular views over Lough Foyle. Cooley Equestrian Center cater for every ability, from first time riders, to the experienced. Feel free to have them help you plan your horseback magic moments, choose from family fun and games, to beautiful treks, to guided heritage trail taking …

ATLANTIC COASTAL CRUISES is a new venture, locally owned and a family-run business set up in 2019. The beautiful coastal town of Killybegs has been predominantly a commercial fishing town but with the rise in popularity of the Wild Atlantic Way, the influx of passing tourists has been noticed and this led to an offering of this maritime experience. Our boat, the Sliabh Liag Allure, is a strong N…

The Gaeltacht Mini Staycation is designed to showcase the Donegal Gaeltacht in a new and exciting way. The two night three day break is a bespoke packaged guided holiday for couples interested in exploring the treasures that rural Donegal has to offer. On the three day tour, guests will experience the very best of what the Donegal Gaeltacht has to offer. From arrival in to Carrickfinn air…

A private garden romantically set in the former grounds of nearby Drumbeg House and retaining some of the features from the Estate namely a lake and tree lined driveway now a scenic walk connecting the more ornamental section of the garden to a wild flower meadow. Bluebell woods with an insect hotel, a stream, a dam, a birch grove, sweeping perennial beds and a mixed hedge fairy ring all blend to…

This purpose built walking and cycling trail follows the old railway line which served a Bord na Mona turf extraction facility. It crosses the Ownea River (and the Bluestack Waymarked Way at this point), passes through an area of forestry and ends at the remote, but hauntingly beautiful, Lough McHugh. Linear Trail Distance: Approximately 2.8 kms Time: 1 hours Terrain: Purpose built path …

Located in Croithlí, County Donegal, set between the Wild Atlantic Coast and the majestic Derryveagh mountains including the stunning Errigal, the distillery home is a historic building constructed in 1901. In keeping with local Gaeltacht distilling tradition, direct fired pot stills are used in double distillation, sourced in the Cognac region, and refurbished to produce beautiful spirit in Croit…

The country estate garden of Glenalla is a hidden world surrounded by native woods and moorland. Established in the late 18th century with extensive landscaping by the Franklin family since 1913. Beyond the house and walled kitchen garden are the formal elements of the rockery, rose beds, arbour and stone edged lily pond. There are collections of rhododendrons together with summer and autumn flow…

The Shorefront Slí na Sláinte is a 1km linear walk starting at the carpark opposite Buncrana Leisure Centre on Buncrana’s shorefront and following the coastline along Lough Swilly. Swan Park Slí na Sláinte is a 2km looped walk starting from the carpark at the Old Pier by the Wolfe Tone Memorial across the historic six-arched Crana Bridge, turn right at the gates of Buncrana Castle and past O’Do…

Award Winning Spa comprising of Thermal Spa, Relaxation Room and Outdoor Canadian Hot Tub offering a wide range of Spa, Hair and Beauty Treatments executed by our highly skilled team. The thermal Suite is an area with a wide variety of experiences designed to sooth and balance but at the same time detoxify the body and invigorate the senses. The thermal suite experience includes the Hydro Vitali…

Narosa Surf School has taught thousands of people to surf all over Ireland of all ages and abilities. Kids camps, trips abroad, excellent coaching and fitness to compliment the surfing lessons are individually programmed to get more out of the surf experience here in Dunfanaghy.