Top Things to do in Achill Island
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Things to do in Achill Island, Western Ireland: The Best Outdoor Activities
Discover the best top things to do in Achill Island, Ireland including Blackfield Surf School, Achill Surf, Achill Bikes, Keel Beach, Calveys Equestrian Centre, Woodland Faerie Trail, Dugort Beach, Belmullet Boat Charter.
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1. Blackfield Surf School
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 104 reviews
Blackfield Surf, kitesurf and SUP School is the only approved surf School on Achill Island.We are fully approved by the Irish Surfing Association and are one of only two schools in Mayo with this accreditation. If you need a surfing lesson or to hire some wetsuits, surfboards or body boards, just drop in! If you would like to learn to kitesurf, or improve, just give us a call.If you would like to go on a stand up paddleboard expedition through caves and arches-let us bring you! We run a hugely popular and (very small) surf camp for children aged 8-16 during the months of July and August.The surf school runs from our iconic double decker bus on Keel beach. In winter (October - March) our bus is closed but we are always happy to run lessons or hire equipment! Just call us!
2. Achill Surf
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 85 reviews
Achill Surf Adventure Centre offers a broad range of adrenaline fueled land based adventure activities and sea activities. Located in Achill on the Wild Atlantic we offer an extensive range of adventure summer camps, adult activity packages and international cultural and activity school tours. Achill Surf Adventure Centre offer family adventure activities that include, kayaking and coasteering which are available on a daily basis to holiday makers and the public during the summer months of June to August. Come on an Island adventure experience that you will never forget, celebrate that special occasion, or build the perfect corporate team. Achill Island offers the perfect location to your personal adventure. Coming soon in 2017 our purpose built 125 bed residential activity centre! Choose from a range of water sports and outdoor activities, including surfing, kayaking, coasteering, cycling, mountain climbing, abseiling, body boarding,climbing, night navigation, SUP and summer camps. Shuttle bus service and transport available for groups.
3. Achill Bikes
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
Bicycle and accessory hire on Achill Island, Co. Mayo. We have hybrid trekking bicycles, Kalkhoff electric bicycles, children's bikes, seats, trailers and tag-alongs. We are based on the Wild Atlantic Way at Teach Cruachan Bed and Breakfast. Take R319 from all parts of Achill Island to Dooagh village.
Reviewed By amyireland1992 - Ireland, null
Group of 7 of us rented bikes for an afternoon and we were accomodated at late notice. The man we dealt with was lovely, so nice to deal with. Out of the group of seven, four of us rented electric bikes and three used normal bikes. The electric bikes were brilliant - really helped getting up those hills! The scenery was absolutely breathtaking and I would definitely recommend Achill Bikes if looking for an activity on the island. We were given a map and shown a number of routes too. We walked to Dooagh from The Deserted Village and we were even offered help getting back to our cars, we didn't need it but the offer was lovely. Will be telling friends and family about Achill Bikes for when they visit Achill Island!
4. Keel Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 207 reviews
Reviewed By Ubergene - Belfast, United Kingdom
Perhaps one of the most romantic locations I’ve ever been- the cliff views, the wild Atlantic Ocean, the soft white sand and the waves!! Stunning spot! Don’t miss it!
5. Calveys Equestrian Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 47 reviews
Reviewed By richardmM9719GJ - Achill Island, Ireland
Booked in the day before we went. Our host was lovely. We booked the 2 hour trip. We spent 20 minutes at the centre learning the basics and then went down around Keel beach and back. Oreo and Shadow, the two horses were beauties. Highly recommend. All levels catered for.
6. Woodland Faerie Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 29 reviews
Visit the beautiful Woodland Faerie Trail at The Valley House, Achill Island. This stunning woodland walk is fun for big kids and little kids, with Irish folk tales, faerie village, faerie ring, leprechauns and much more. Browse The Fairy Trail gift shop and choose from a charming range of gifts, t-shirts and original Faerie Trail artwork. You can read all about the fascinating history of "The Yellow Lady and the Achill Outrage" in The Valley House courtyard. Enjoy great Bar Food and drink at The Valley House Bar - serving craft beers, wines, spirits as well as tea/coffee.
Reviewed By cunparis
It was raining all day so we decided to try this. Since it's in the woods, it's covered and somewhat protected by the rain. The entry fee is now 3 euros. My son is into fairy and fantasy stuff and he really enjoyed it. So much that we went through it again for a second time. The pot of gold is fixed, and I didn't see the problems mentioned in some other reviews. Overall this is good for young kids (my son is 6) especially when raining.
7. Dugort Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 60 reviews
Reviewed By Ubergene - Belfast, United Kingdom
Can’t say enough how wonderful this beach was- especially for a dip! We were camping in Seal Caves Caravan and holiday home park across the street, and we felt so lucky to have this perfect beach so close!
8. Belmullet Boat Charter
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
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