My boyfriend and I booked with Killarney Falconry on a recent trip in late April. I wish I could…read morebook higher than 5 stars!!! I have to say this was the highlight of this trip- if you have any doubts about booking with this company please do not! Geoffrey was so knowledgeable about his sport and his birds. You can tell this is a passion for him. His birds are well cared for and he was able to answer even the most specific questions related to their care. To be able to handle these magnificent birds in such a small group was truly amazing. The tour was just Geoffrey and the two of us- so we really had a personal experience. We got to handle Michelangelo (Miko) the Harris Hawk during the hawk walk. The area where you do the hawk walk overlooks the Dunloe gap- so it is quite picturesque. Geoff was kind and open to answering all my questions, which were rather numerous because I have a soft spot for all birds of prey. This excursion crossed an item off my bucket list, as it is not something you can really do in the US. He was also awesome with letting us get all the photos and video shots we could ever want! At the end of the walk he allowed us to each hold an owl. I was allowed to hold Iago who was only 7 months old and my boyfriend got to hold a massive horned owl! After I told Geoff that I had a tattoo of a horned owl on my shoulder he allowed me to hold the horned owl too! I don't think there are words strong enough in the English language to describe how awesome this entire experience was for me! Seriously, if you are even remotely considering this excursion- it is worth every single Euro you spend for it!!! Killarney Falconry is professional, knowledgeable, and passionate about educating others about their animals and the ancient sport of falconry! Just book it!

This was a top ten day! Geoffrey was a marvelous guide. Funny, smart, so knowledgeable, and a great…read morestory teller. I loved that it was a private walk...just my daughter, me and Geoffrey. His love for nature and these beautiful creatures is apparent. He made us comfortable handling these magnificent birds and was genuinely happy to see our expressions of awe and wonder. He helped us set up pictures on our cameras because he knew how to get the best shots. If you do nothing else while in beautiful Killarney, visit this falconry!!

Dromore Wood is a great place to take the family for a day out if you are in Clare. It is a nature…read morereserve in the heart of Co. Clare with various walking trails for all levels of hikers. I like to bring the family out on sunny days in the summer to get a glimpse of nature that you can't see from the cites these days. It's open year-round, but the tourist information and other shops are only open during the peak of summer. There is no fee, but be aware they do close the barrier so if you are parked inside make sure to check when they close. If you haven't been, its well worth the visit. It's one of those places you can't really describe, but have to see sure.

Was in Dromore Woods for first time yesterday. What a gem? Great walk. Whole amenity well…read moremaintained and easily accessible from Ennis and West Clare. I will be back and I will be recommending.

Best carriage ride in the gap of Dunloe. Bob was very entertaining, told great stories and sang…read moresongs. This was a major highlight of our trip and I intend on going back to Bob when when we return. I included a link to a youtube video of some of the ride. https://youtu.be/IIryS1hjqck

Bob is great and makes the ride fun and enjoyable! We have been talking about it for years and will…read morecontinue for years to come!

One of the many wonders of Ireland. Grab your walking shoes and go from edge to edge to take in…read moremany breathtaking views. Certainly a must see while in Ireland imo. There is also a small building you can enter which provides some height for a slightly altered view. I can imagine the line can get long on a busy day, so I would say you can skip it if the line is out of control. Walking fast and ignoring everything, it will take you 25-30 minutes on an average day to get from end to end. Factor in photo stops, more tourists than I hit, and a slower pace and I'd recommend you plan at least an hour - an hour and 30 minutes if you pop into the building I mentioned above. Most tour groups give you 2-hours, so you should be fine to enjoy. Check it out!

This is a Must See if you're taking a tour of Ireland. There is wheelchair and handicap accessible…read morepaths along with carts to take you around. The overall path journey supposedly is just over 3 miles. We went as far across the path as possible in cold and sometimes rainy conditions. From the look-out tower to the climb at the end overlooking the cliffs. Just a wonderful sight and view. Inside the building there are rest rooms, a large gift shop and commissary. Outside the area are stores and vendors selling gifts, food, jewelry and clothing. Most of the prices are similar.

I had been looking forward to walking through the gardens on Garnish Island for ages, which did not…read moredisappoint, even though it was a wet, October day -- this leant a kind of misty romance to the whole thing (especiallly the Italian Garden). But I hadn't anticipated enjoying the house tour so much. Our most excellent young tour guide, Donnchadh, was a font of historical information, enthusiastically delivered and showed a genuine love of the place. He made the people who had lived in the house come alive, and his added wry anecdotes made us feel like "insiders." Highly recommended -- ask for Donnchadh! Zsuzsi -- Vancouver, Canada

The gardens are absolutely beautiful and so nicely maintained. There are trails everywhere and so…read moremuch to see and so many gorgeous views. Take the ferry to this island and you will not be disappointed. The ferry ride is also part of the wonderful adventure, keeping in mind that it's not always the 'destination' as the 'journey' can be equally amazing. (You'll encounter a seal colony on the way!) The Italian Gardens were memorable and we wandered around there the longest; however, the entire island with it's beautiful walks and plant life is gorgeous. This is a great spot for an afternoon outing! Note: Discounts for families of four!

The park since they had the revamp is pretty cool. Lots of new stuff for the kids to climb on, and…read moreit's all fenced in so they can't run off. They even have a section for older kids as well now.

Highly recommend when in Killarney. We walked from our hotel to the Park and made a day of it…read more Entrance is free! Many paved and unpaved trails to follow. Park was lush and green and surrounded 3 lakes. We hiked to MuckRoss house (didn't take the paid tour), the Abbey, and Torc Waterfall. Lots of history. Torc waterfall was quite a distance away, you'll pass a botanical garden that is gorgeous. Upon arrival to Torc, you'll have access to a variety of either strenuous, moderate, or mild hikes. We chose the tourist route for pics and easy access to the waterfall. A decent size waterfall and worth the trek. Lots of tourist buses park here. Many horse carriage rides available in the park. Not a supporter of that business. But, you'll see beautiful cows grazing the pastures near the MuckRoss house . All in all , we hiked approximately 10 + miles that day! Always be prepared for a little bit of rain and wind. Bring water or a picnic lunch : )

I absolutely recommend coming here if you're ever in Ireland. There is no entrance fee. We saw the…read moreTorc waterfall and it was beautiful. There's much more to see but to be transparent we didn't go to them all. Absolutely gorgeous. A definite MUST!

I went to Farran Wood with my husband recently and I'm so glad that I did. There is plenty of…read moreparking, toilets and a playground. I found this place to be beautiful and looking forward to going back again

FARRAN WOOD Been a while since I visited Farran Wood or…read moreFarran Forest Park to give it its full title. It is signposted from the main Cork-Macroom Road at Srelane (Ovens) and the entry fee is a fiver per vehicle. There is plenty of parking, toilets and a playground. The first and probably main attraction is the wildlife enclosure with large pond. Here, the red and fallow deer (including some very young inquisitive animals) come right up to the fence to say hello. The pond attracts duck and geese. There are two signed walks around the wood, the longer of which takes you down to the banks of the Inniscarra Reservoir, where the River Llee is held up to form a lake. The National Rowing Centre, which has its own entrance, is located within the park on the shores of the lake. Enjoyed my walk around the other day, even though the rain came down before the finish. Still, there was ample shelter under the trees. Headed then for the old shooting lodge which has been converted into a woodland ecology display centre but that was locked up. Temporary or permanent? There was no sign up but I have sent a query off to the Coillte and I'll let you know the answer.