East West Traverse Of Croagh Patrick From Westport Area

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Tour Information

Key Details

  • Mobile Voucher Accepted
  • Duration: Flexible
  • Departure Time :
    10am
  • Departure Details :
    Gannon's EMO Garage and Shop in Belclare (3 miles west of Westport)
  • Return Details :
    Tour ends at the foot of Ben Goram

Overview

The East West traverse of the Reek is a beautiful six-mile (ten kilometre) hike that starts on the Western Way – a rugged trail that runs more or less in a north south direction for almost one hundred miles – and ends at Ben Goram, the most westerly summit on the Croagh Patrick ridge. Along the way, you will have the islands of Clew Bay on your right, and the Southern Wilderness stretching into Connemara on your left.

Highlights

  • Small group ensures personal service
  • Led by a local guide
  • Excellent value for money

Know More about this tour

We ascend to the first peak, known as Croagh Patrick East Top or Crott Mountain (500 metres), that affords excellent views of Westport and the surrounding area. Following the ridge opens up a stunning vista that consists of Clew Bay and the Nephin mountain range to the north, and the Partry and the mysterious Sheeffry mountains (from Gaelic: Cnoic Shofra, meaning hills of the wraith) to the south.

The eastern summit of Croagh Patrick affords wonderful views of Westport and the surrounding area. Now we are on the ridge that will undulate fairly gently over two more peaks before reaching the actual top of the Reek Teevenacroughy (487 metres) and Lugnademon (510 metres).

The main Croagh Patrick trail, or Pilgrims Path, is joined at the shoulder of the Reek, and from here we follow the path for several hundred yards before tackling the actual summit cone of the mountain. This is the most demanding part of the trek, and some care is required as we clamber over the stony ground.

Once on top, we can relax near the tiny church built in 1905, and prepare for the gradual descent to the western slopes, which offer views as far away as the Twelve Bens of Connemara, and the offshore islands of Inishbofin and Inishturk on a clear day. A final rise leads to the top of Ben Goram, at the far western end of the ridge, followed by a descent to Kilsallah and back to our starting point.
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Total Distance: 10 kilometres (6 miles)
Terrain: Challenging shale on summit cone
Typical Time: 4-6 hours with stops

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Inclusions

Local guide

Exclusions

Food and drinks

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair

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

Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions

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.