Activities in Donegal

Otaway Sea Kayak Tour Join Eco Atlantic Adventures for a relaxing 3-hour guided kayak tour on Lough Swilly, The Otaway Sea Kayak Tour is a memorable coastal adventure that blends paddling, history, and wildlife in the sheltered waters of Lough Swilly, departing from Rathmullan. This guided experience offers a unique way to explore one of Donegal’s most scenic and historically rich shorelines fr…

Rosguill is a `State of the art` charter vessel equipped with twin 310 HP Caterpillar Diesel engines and all the best in electronic equipment. The RosGuill has a hydraulic diver’s lift. Diving The area from Tory Island to Malin Head has the best diving in Oceanic water, both scenic and wreck, available in Ireland. Within 40 miles of Downings there are 109 wrecks, including the Audacious, a dre…

Muckish Lúb Loch na mBoll - Pleasant walk through bogland & heather offering great views of Muckish Mountain & the vast expanse of bogland in the shadow of this iconic mountain. Walk is short but provides a good atmospheric flavour of the vast walking potential of this area. Walk is adequately signposted - best in dry conditions and suitable for whole family. Looped Trail Length: 4km Tim…

Come visit our beautiful pottery shop and studio at the Craft Village in Donegal Town. KCP makes unique one-off handmade pottery, from beakers, large platters, coffee and whiskey vessels to name a few. He has studied art and design with a Masters from The Royal college of Art in London. And a Master Craftsperson from the Craft Council of Ireland. Enjoy a creative studio at work first hand, ke…

The Slieve League (in Irish Sliabh Liag, meaning Grey Mountain) cliffs are situated near Glencolumbcille. They are considered amongst the world’s finest marine cliffs and at 601 metres are the highest in Europe. Use Curran’s Sliabh Liag Bus Tours to see all the best views and learn more about the history and culture of the area. We run regular shuttle minibuses from Carrick to all the most spe…

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. …

Pleasant walk through bogland & heather offering great views of Muckish Mountain & the vast expanse of bogland in the shadow of this iconic mountain. Walk is short but provides a good atmospheric flavour of the vast walking potential of this area. Walk is adequately signposted - best in dry conditions and suitable for whole family. Looped Trail Length: 2km Time: 35min Nearest Town: Crees…

Doochary - Fintown - This spectacular walk, which is a section of Bealach na Gaeltachta Waymarked Way, can begin/end in either Doochary or Fintown. It takes you through some of Donegals finest woodland walking and a modest climb just north of Fintown gives spectacular views across the surrounding countryside. Distance: Approximately 9 kms Time: 3 hours Terrain: Quiet roads, bog road/rough trac…

iSurfIreland School of Surfing is Ireland’s No 1 choice for learning and improving your surfing. Whether you are looking for a safe introduction to surfing, equipment provision, surf education and advice, intermediate and advanced coaching (including video analysis), competition training or simply to improve and set new goals for your surfing – iSurfIreland is your one stop shop!

Family Kayak, Splash & Dash Create unforgettable moments on the water with the Family Kayak Splash & Dash at Portsalon Pier hosted by Eco Atlantic Adventures. Designed with families in mind, this fun-filled experience blends light adventure, laughter, and quality time together along the stunning Donegal coastline. Set against the breath taking backdrop of golden beaches and crystal-clear wat…

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…

Donegal Sea Safari and Island Trips with Donegal Sea Adventure Discover the breathtaking beauty of the Wild Atlantic Way with Donegal Sea Adventure! Based from Burtonport Harbour, Donegal Sea Adventure offers unforgettable Sea Safari boat tours that explore the rich heritage, stunning scenery, and diverse wildlife along this iconic stretch of coast. The area surrounding Burtonport Harbour i…

The Award Winning Donegal Railway Museum is considered one of the county’s hidden gems and is located just 300 metres from Donegal Town Centre. It is an all-weather attraction and the only attraction in Donegal Town open throughout the entire year Donegal had the largest narrow-gauge railway network in these Isles, and uniquely, amongst steam engines and railcars, operated one of the first railwa…

Cosán an Oilithrigh or Pilgrims Path at Sliabh Liag is a stunning 4km access route on to the plateau of Sliabh Liag. It follows the ancient path up a U-shape valley nestled between Leargadachtan Mountain and the sea cliffs at Shanbally, overlooking the small fishing village of Teelin in South West Donegal. Following the old green road from the car park at Ballymore you round the corner where t…

The beautiful beach is one of the the best places in Ireland and even Europe to learn to surf, With the perfect combination of medium sized rolling waves & spectacular surroundings it is also one of the most stunning places to surf. At ‘Rossnowlagh Surf School’ we take pride in our fun and professional approach.Our surf instructors are accredited with the Irish Surfing Association Surfing qualific…

The Workhouse Famine and Heritage Centre is on the outskirts of Dunfanaghy in County Donegal overlooking Sheephaven Bay and within easy walking distance of Horn Head and the fabulous Tramore Beach. Hear and see the true story of wee Hannah, a child of the famine and typical inmate. Visit our exhibition on the new lake and the ecology of this unique area. Admission to the Workhouse is free, and…

Here at the boutique Seascape Spa we are dedicated to making you look & feel your very best. Whether you are looking to simply treat yourself or for complete renewal, we have the experienced professionals & luxurious products for all your needs. We offer complimentary use of our aroma steam room, chill out cocoon or relaxation snooze rooms prior to or after your treatment. With a wide selectio…

Greencastle Golf Club is a beautiful 18-hole links course nestled in the idyllic surroundings of the Inishowen Peninsula. It is a members-owned course on the banks of Lough Foyle, offering superb views across the water. Based in the north of the Inishowen Peninsula in County Donegal, the club was founded in 1892 as a nine-hole course and, during its centenary year, opened a further nine very chall…

The Lifford Slí is 3km in length and joins the Highway to Health route in Strabane as the first cross-border Slí na Sláinte route. The route begins at the church and continues in the direction of Lifford Bridge, by-passing the Town. At this point there is a Loop walk of 1.4km which takes in the Town if you wish. Crossing Lifford Bridge you will reach the Barnhill Road By-pass joining you to the 4.…

The Lifford Museum offers a unique opportunity to explore Donegal’s heritage in one place, within one of the county’s most iconic historic buildings. The museum brings together three important heritage collections: the County Donegal Historical Society Collection, formerly housed in Rossnowlagh; the Donegal Ancestry Collection, previously located in Ramelton; and artefacts from Lifford Old Cour…