Croagh Patrick Pilgrims Hike From Westport Area

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Tour Information

Key Details

  • Mobile Voucher Accepted
  • Duration: Flexible
  • Departure Time :
    10am
  • Departure Details :
    Croagh Patrick Visitors Centre, Murrisk. Westport area pick up available.

Overview

Starting at the foot of the mountain in Murrisk, about six miles from Westport, our hike takes the traditional ‘pilgrim’ route. Within minutes of starting up this path, you will be stunned by the views of Clew Bay and its islands, including the birdlike shape of Dorinish, which was once owned by John Lennon, and the distant guardian of the bay itself – Clare Island, once the home of the pirate Grace O’Malley.

Highlights

  • Enjoy fantastic aerial views
  • Small group ensures personal service
  • Led by a local guide

Know More about this tour

Our first stop is at the statue of St. Patrick, normally a ten to fifteen minute walk on an easy gradient. Even at this early stage, you will be stunned by the views of Clew Bay and its islands, including the birdlike shape of Dorinish, which was once owned by John Lennon, and the distant guardian of the bay itself Clare Island, once the home of the pirate Grace OMalley. Looking north, the serene sweep and breadth of the Nephin mountain range noted as one of the most remote areas in Ireland draws your gaze towards the massive cliffs of Croaghaun on Achill Island the third highest sea cliffs in Europe.

We then make our way to the gateway that is the entrance to the Reek wilderness beyond. As you ascend, the views become ever more spectacular, as the entire vista of the bay opens up to reveal a hundred more islands. You will learn about these islands and their colorful history, which ones are still inhabited, and which ones you can visit and explore at low tide.The best is yet to come as you approach the shoulder of Croagh Patrick. Here you will be afforded an unrivaled view of the southern wilderness with the mountain ranges of Partry, Sheaffry and Mweelrea, and into Connemara with its stunning Twelve Bens and Maumturk mountains.

At this point, those who wish to reach the summit will stroll along the southern shoulder for several hundred yards before starting the final ascent. This follows a well-worn path now known as Casan Padraig that has been etched out of the mountain since pre-Christian times. The summit itself is not visible until the final few steps, at which point you will first see the top of the little church that was built in 1905, then the entire dome of the peak itself. Here, we will pause for refreshment and discuss the archaeological findings on the mountain, including the mysterious Bob of the Reek and his well hidden cave, before returning to Murrisk via the eastern shoulder route.

Inclusions

Local guide

Small-group tour

Local hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions

Food and drinks

Transportation to/from attractions

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund

Minimum age is 8 years

Cancellation Policy

  • If you cancel within 3 calendar days (72 hours) of the scheduled departure time, the cancellation charge will be 100% of the undiscounted tour price.
  • If you cancel between 4 to 7 Calendar days before scheduled tour departure,the cancellation charge will be 50% of the undiscounted tour price.
  • If you cancel at least 8 calendar days in advance of the scheduled departure time, there is no cancellation fee. You will receive Full Refund for the paid amount.
  • Please note that in case of No show, the cancellation charge will be 100% of the listed tour fare.
  • Please note tours booked using discount coupon codes will be non refundable.
Tours booked using discount coupon codes will be non refundable.