Ireland - Youth & Adventure Buyers Guide 2018/2019

Adventure Experiences Barrow River Adventure Business Details Go with the Flow – River Adventures, Kilcoltrim, Borris, Co. Carlow T  + 353 (0) 87 2529700 E  Charlie@gowiththeflow.ie W  www.gowiththeflow.ie Business Contact  Charlie Horan Experience Following in the wake of the VIKINGS that raided and settled along this river over 1000yrs ago. Self guided canoe tour along one of the most stunningly beautiful river trails in Ireland.We have enough canoes to cater for groups of 60+. Starting 5km north of Graignamanagh you paddle your own canoe through the Barrow gorge as it cuts its way south. The trail starts in Clashganny – an enchanting deep valley hidden in the wooded hills then enters the peaceful Ballykeenan canal and re-enters the river for the dramatic final 3km approach to Graignamanagh. You will be amazed how this easy, lazy, relaxed solitute can rejuvinate MIND, BODY and SOUL. This is 100% MINDFULNESS in nature. On arrival in Graignamanagh you can explore this gentle, historic and interesting river hamlet with its quaint coffee shops with tasty home baking. A 1000 yr old restored church, woollen mills, cut glass, quiet streets with every colour of flower hanging from the windowsills, arts and crafts and a picturesque river setting lined with boats and barges in front of the famous bridge that was blown up and restored over 100yrs ago. Pricing € 30 to € 45 adults, Student Rate € 20 pp groups of 10 min. Advance booking essential – min 4 people. Min. age 6 years. We can provide guides who will speak German, French, Italian, Spanish and some other languages. Additional cost may apply. Tour Operator Rate  Yes FIT Rate  Yes Ad Hoc Group Rate  Yes Tour Series Rate  Yes Group bookings Contact  As above Opening Details & Refreshment Mar-Oct, all weather. Daily 0800-2000hrs. Parking, Access/Ability & Special Requirements Coach parking for 6 large coaches at our Borris starting point. Clients should be water confident.We provide wetsuits, buoyancy jackets and helmets. Recommend bringing swimwear, towel and watershoes. Low level of fitness is required so suitable for all abilities. No refreshments on site; nearest village/ shops 5km. Nearest Accommodation Hub Kilkenny City (20 mins drive) www.discoverireland.ie Experiences Nearby Kilkenny Cycling Tours (20 mins drive) www.kilkennycyclingtours.com Guided Snail Farm Tours (20 mins drive) Rural Adventure Business Details Rural Adventure, Rural Adventure, Corgreagh, Kill, Cootehill, Co Cavan GPS/Post code  H16 DD52 T  +353 (0) 85 1632985 E  info@ruraladventure.ie W  www.ruraladventure.ie Business Contact  Marcus Magee Experience Find a Rural Ireland full of stories, music, culture and heritage while taking in beautiful scenery on our adventure activities. In Ireland’s Ancient East, we offer a half day of adventure. You can choose between rock climbing or a hike to ancient megalithic sites. During these activities you hear local folklore stories, have fun and learn new skills. Personal guide, fluent in English and Danish. Ratio of instructor to client is 1:6. Duration of experience is 4 hrs. Pricing & Capacity € 45 per person. Max group size 16. FIT Rate  Yes Ad Hoc Group Rate  Yes – Group size, min of 12 – max 16 Tour Series Rate  Yes – Group size, min of 12 – max 16 Group Bookings/B2B Rates Contact:  Marcus Magee E  info@ruraladventure.ie T  +353 (0) 85 1632985 Min age 12 yrs. Group Size min of 2 – max 16. Requires advance booking. Opening Details Year round 0930-1800hrs. Not available in extreme weather conditions. Parking, Access/Ability & Special Requirements Parking available on-site. Minimum 12 years of age and full mobility is required. Reasonable level of fitness required but no previous experience necessary. Clothes to suit outdoor conditions as well as sturdy footwear and waterproof clothing are all advised. Public Transport Bus Éireann www.buseireann.ie Nearest Accommodation Hub Cavan Town (25 mins drive) www.discoverireland.ie Nearest Airport Dublin Airport (1 hr 25 mins drive) Experiences Nearby Marble Arch Caves and Geopark (20 mins drive) www.marblearchcavesgeopark.com Cavan County Museum (20 mins drive) www.cavanmuseum.ie Coarse fishing (20 mins drive) www.fishinginireland.info/coarse/north/cavan 49