WEEKEND Guided/Training Off trail hikes in Connemara.

This weekend is a great opportunity for anyone who wants to practice mountain skills, pre-MS assessment candidates or simply anyone who wants to hike with a qualified mountaineering Ireland course director and venture in the Irish mountains off trails.

During those few days, you will gain useful information, skills and tips that will help keep you safe on the hills and mountains during daytime, nighttime, in bad weather condition or both.

The Weekend:

We arrive Friday 02 of May in the afternoon/evening to the accommodation location (Pin location given upon booking)

Saturday’s hike will take place in Connemara and  Meelrea. This hike is 6 h in duration.

Grade: moderate to difficult

Sunday’s hike will take place in the Connemara. This hike is 5h30 in duration.

Grade: moderate to difficult

What gear do I need!

Wear comfortable clothing like – leggings, tracksuit bottoms, breathable T-Shirt and fleece & an extra warm layer (but no cotton fabrics and no jeans).

Be ready for the rain and pack waterproof jacket and rain trousers. A hat and gloves to keep you safe from the wind.

Wear good sturdy hiking boots (No runners) with woolly or synthetic socks.

Have a backpack with water minimum 1.5 litres, sandwiches and snacks, coffee, or tea. There is nothing more rewarding than a nice cup of coffee or tea drunk on top of the mountain.

Don’t forget to bring first aid kit with plaster and bandages, personal medicine, inhaler, epipen etc. 

In Addition: you can bring an OS map of the area or an East West map.

However, maps and a compass can be provided by the instructor. Have your phone fully charged too.

Some level of fitness is essential for those hikes which are graded:

Moderate to difficult at times and up to 7 hours in duration.

If you have any medical conditions, please let the organisers know

The price per hikes is €35

Accommodation in a dormitory is €40 /night

The sooner you book the better.

If you have any additional question (like transport) please, don’t hesitate to contact us at: Mountainadventures74. 0879691193