Activities in Donegal

This walk takes you on minor roads and surfaced track along a scenic stretch of the old Burtonport railway returning on quiet country lanes, passing Alcorns Gatehouse, Sweeneys Gatehouse, Dungloe Road Station, through ash woodland and an abundance of flora and fauna giving a splendid diversity of colour and sound changing with the seasons. Looped Trail Length: 5km Time: 1hr Nearest Town: Burt…

A very remarkable traditional walled garden associated with a 1742 country house. Many wonderful gardens are to be found within one large walled area (2 acres), rich collections of ericaceous plants, early 20th century terraced rose beds and a towering Redwood stands sentinel towards the centre with paths radiating from it. Imaginative use of plants over arches, traditional fruit and vegetables…

The Buncrana Golf Club is located on the entrance to Buncrana and 200 yards from the Tourist Information Office. Overlooking the beautiful Lough Swilly, this oldest 9-hole links course in Ireland delivers a challenge to the most advanced golfers yet offers enjoyment to beginners also. The Buncrana Golf Club also offers the keenest green fees in Ireland, with €25.00 all week and €15.00 for Open …

The Buncrana Golf Club is located on the entrance to Buncrana and 200 yards from the Tourist Information Office. Overlooking the beautiful Lough Swilly, this oldest 9-hole links course in Ireland delivers a challenge to the most advanced golfers yet offers enjoyment to beginners also. The Buncrana Golf Club also offers the keenest green fees in Ireland, with €25.00 all week and €15.00 for Open Com…

Donegal really is a special place, it still retains a real sense of wildness and remoteness. If you’re looking to get away from it all, recharge and re-energise yourself there is no better place than the mountain ranges in Donegal! At Awaken Adventures we can take you on a guided hike around the many ranges, the hikes can be specifically tailored to suit your needs. Whether it’s iconic Erriga…

Discover the thrill of surfing and stand-up paddleboarding with Surf'SUP Surf School in scenic Donegal. Established in 2021, our family-friendly school is the perfect destination for adventurers of all ages. Operating on the pristine and beautiful Dooey, Narin, and Tramore beaches, we offer personalised lessons tailored to suit every skill level. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned pro, our …

A Painter/Printmaker, she teaches workshops at her Hill Farm studio in beautiful Gweedore. She lives on a small Hill Sheep Farm with stunning views of Aranmore Island and surrounding area. Workshops are facillitated from one day to one week and on a one to one basis.

Postcard Perfect Photowalks - Donegal Join local photographer Emma Lou who will guide you around this stunning location while teaching you how to get the absolute best out of your smartphone camera. Once you've captured the rugged scenery and maybe a snap of yourself, we'll retreat to the resort cafe for a cuppa and a scone while you edit and upload your favourite photo to our website to create …

We have a wide variety of activities for children across our park and we also provide accommodation with our log cabins and mobile homes. We have lots to do with bouncy castles, water sports, trampolines , an indoor play area, rock climbing, archery and many more activities!

PURCHASE A PIECE OF THE PENINSULA Glendowen Craft Shop and Studio encapsulates the beauty and spirit of the Inishowen Peninsula. Based in Meentagh Glen, Clonmany, the beautiful workshop and retail outlet is where tradition meets modernity, beauty meets function and ‘craic agus ceol’ rings around its walls. It is here among the hills, that you will find garments and accessories of the very bes…

Sunset Kayak Mulroy Bay Enjoy a memorable summer sunset experience by kayak. Eco Atlantic Adventures offers the best seat in the house to witness this spectacle. The Evening Sunsets brings in colours and reflections, setting golden yellows, purples and reds. As the sun sets beyond the horizon, enjoy a hue of colour and light, just before it pops and fades ever so slowly and mellows out. Set…

Explore Donegal’s Wild Atlantic Way with unique boat tours for everyone. Sail rugged islands, glide across serene lakes, or discover Donegal’s coastline. With live music, local guides fluent in Irish, and tailored experiences like fishing, walks, or overnight stays, we offer the perfect mix of adventure, culture, and relaxation. Immerse yourself in breath taking scenery, vibrant wildlife, and Done…

Donegal Food Tours was born out of our desire to showcase the very best Donegal has to offer. Donegal Food Tours aim is to connect the dots, showcase the best produce in the North West and be part of the movement to revive old Irish culinary traditions and the food of our ancestors. So, Sit back and relax as we take you on a guided tour of our beautiful county, home to some of Ireland’s finest fo…

Awaken Adventures is all about getting out and exploring the amazing landscape of Donegal. Whether through climbing, walking or kayaking, there is so much to see and so many adventures to be had, regardless of your fitness or ability! I am a passionate believer of the benefits that spending time being active in the outdoors can have on your mental and physical well-being. So at Awaken Adventur…

Length: 8km (Not a looped walk so walkers must return or arrange a drop off or collection) Time: 2hrs Terrain: A mostly flat dirt/gravel road rising gently over last 3km This walk is a natural extension of the lakeside walk. It follows the shortest and most easily negotiated natural route through the Derryveagh Mountains. However, before the glen road was built, the route was so r…

Junior Summer Program-3 Week English Language and Activities Do you want to have an amazing cultural experience in Ireland? Do you want to learn English and practice with your new Irish friends? Your Educational Experience: We are inviting you to join our family-run business on the beautiful Wild Atlantic Way in Donegal, Ireland. Learn English in a peaceful, safe, environment in one of …

Join me Collette and my little vintage minivan Noah as we explore the hidden gems and secret wonders of this beautiful county called Donegal. I want my guests to feel the amazing joy I feel when I tour around this beautiful part of Ireland. I have put together what I feel (and hope) are some tours of the REAL Donegal. Coming on tour with me and Noah! we will take you on the roads less travelled …

Inch Wildfowl Reserve - Situated in the shadow of Scalp Mountain on the eastern shores of Lough Swilly, tucked neatly behind Inch Island, you will find Inch Wildfowl Reserve. The combination within this site of extensive feeding areas and safe resting and roosting sites makes this site one of the most important wetlands in the country for wintering waterfowl. This site is situated to the east of L…

We are a unique Scenic Tour Provider in North West Donegal. We are unique in that we use Electric fat bikes to take you some of the more remote stunning areas of Donegal. Explore the County Donegal Like Never Before. Fun adventures showing off the stunning scenery of Donegal. You’ve never seen Donegal like this. It’s time to hop on an electric fatbike and take a thoroughly epic tour Tour of Do…

FINTOWN RAILWAY Take a trip along the scenic shores of Lough Finn this summer! 🚂 We are delighted to announce that Fintown Railway scenic train service will reopen for the Summer Season 2023 on Thursday, 1st June will run until mid-September 🚂 RAILWAY TIMETABLE AND BOOKING INFORMATION Opening Times: June - September July Schedule - open 5 days per week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thurs…