Wild Guide West of Ireland: Travel Adventure Guide – Wild Atlantic Way, Donegal, Galway, Mayo, Clare, Cork & Kerry

The ultimate adventure guide to exploring Ireland’s rugged west coast, this new guide reveals the region’s 1,000 wildest and most enchanting places. From remote beaches and dramatic cliffs to secret waterfalls and magical woodlands, readers are taken off the beaten path to discover the untamed beauty of Western Ireland – Donegal, Galway, Mayo, Clare, Kerry, Sligo, Roscommon, Leitrim and Limerick. Perfect for adventurers, nature lovers and families, the guide uncovers hidden gems that most tourists never see and charts the best slow food and wild places to stay. From kayaking among hundreds of tiny islands in Mayo to sandwiching secluded coves and rolling mountains with superb food in Connemara, exploring the Burren’s otherworldly rock formations and secret lakes in County Clare, and wandering the wild beaches, remote sea cliffs and waterfalls of Kerry, this new guide brims with Atlantic Ocean adventures, journeys around forgotten castles, forts and tombs, and expeditions into lush valleys where rivers carve their way through mesmerising wild landscapes. Head to County Donegal to explore Glenveagh National Park, with its dense woodlands, rivers and dramatic mountain views, or visit the Aran Islands to uncover some of the most spectacular coastal cliffs and ancient ruins in Ireland. In various counties, inland greenways link abandoned ruins, wildlife-rich bogs, ancient woodlands and rushy riverbanks. Each chapter is packed with practical advice on how to reach these hidden treasures, including detailed maps, GPS coordinates, and tips on where to camp, wild swim and picnic. With recommendations for the best local pubs, innovative restaurants and unique farm shops, this guide will also help you connect with Ireland’s culture and communities.