3 Outdoor Activity Resorts and Parks to Visit Around Ireland
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Loading... - Lydia Zeno
- 02 Jul 2024
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With warmer weather on the horizon, it's the perfect time to explore Ireland's outdoor adventure and wildlife parks. Whether you're planning a family trip, a stag or hen party, or just looking for a fun day out, these three destinations offer a variety of exciting activities to suit everyone's interests.
1. Wildlands, Co Galway
Located just ten minutes' drive from Galway's main train station, Wildlands is an indoor and outdoor adventure park set in a lush enclave within the city. The park offers a wide range of activities, including:
- Kayaking
- Orienteering
- Fun climbing walls
- Ninja course for children
- Zip n' Trek: A thrilling set of four zip line and obstacle courses 15 metres in the air, with a Junior version for younger adventurers.
- Celtic Challenge Rooms: Indoor escape rooms inspired by traditional Celtic myths, perfect for rainy days.
Visitors can extend their stay by renting one of the wooden cabins on site. Prices start at €27 per person for the Zip n' Trek and €25 per person for a 90-minute Challenge Room pass.
2. Fota Wildlife Park, Cork
Established in 1983, Fota Wildlife Park on Fota Island is just 10km east of Cork City. The park is a leader in wildlife conservation and offers visitors the chance to see a wide range of animals in a natural setting. Highlights include:
- Feeding times: Watch seals, cheetahs, penguins, and more enjoy their meals.
- Bat walks: Educational and fun insights into the lives of bats.
Public day tickets are priced at €13.10 for children and €18.90 for adults, making it an affordable family outing.
3. Carlingford Adventure Centre, Co Louth
Situated in the medieval town of Carlingford, this adventure centre is ideal for those seeking thrilling challenges. Popular with school tours, stag and hen parties, the centre offers a variety of activities across land, sea, and air:
- Laser combat
- Raft building
- Aerial adventure
- Water trampolining
Packages for children and adults start at €33, while stag and hen packages begin at €57, catering to a wide range of group sizes and interests.
These three outdoor activity resorts and parks provide endless opportunities for adventure, education, and fun. Whether you're a thrill-seeker or an animal lover, there's something for everyone to enjoy this summer in Ireland.
