Top 8 Walking Tours in Letterfrack, Western Ireland

March 18, 2022 Franklyn Hardiman

Letterfrack or Letterfrac (Irish: Leitir Fraic meaning "The Speckled Hill") is a small village in the Connemara area of County Galway, Ireland. It was founded by Quakers in the mid-19th century. The village is approximately 3 kilometres (2 miles) west of Renvyle and 15 kilometres (9 miles) north-east of Clifden on Barnaderg Bay and lies at the head of Ballinakill harbour. Letterfrack contains the visitors centre for Connemara National Park.
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1. Connemara National Park Nature Trails self-guided including Lunch

Connemara National Park, Letterfrack, Co. Galway, Ireland Connemara Wild Escapes
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Explore nature walks in scenic Connemara National Park on the Wild Atlantic Way. The park covers 2.957 hectares of scenic mountains, expanses of bogs, heaths, grasslands and woodlands. The park's mountains are part of the famous 12 Bens mountain range. Entrance to the park is free. At the visitor centre view a fascinating exhibition on the Connemara landscape. A variety of safe and easy trail options are available for the whole family to enjoy, with more challenging tracks &trails for walkers, ranging from 0.5kms to 5kms. Come see the world famous Connemara pony. The birdlife is varied and includes Meadow pipits, skylarks, stonechats, chaffinches, robins and wrens. Birds of prey and wild red deer can be seen occasionally too. Lunch is at the Tea Room, situated in the park, consisting of delicious soup of the day, with homemade brown bread, plus a freshly made sandwich (plain or toasted), with 2 fillings of your choice, tea or coffee and a chocolate. This is a self-guided tour.

Inclusions: Lunch

Exclusions: Transportation to/from Connemara National Park

Reviewed By Janine o

We loved it!! Highly recommend if you are around connemara. We will be back again. The fellas in charge were sound out.

2. Explore Connemara National Park. Self-Guided with transport from Galway

Galway Coach Station, Fairgreen Rd, Galway, H91 C2VX, Ireland Connemara Wild Escapes
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Explore nature walks in scenic Connemara National Park on the Wild Atlantic Way. The park covers 2.957 hectares of scenic mountains, expanses of bogs, heaths, grasslands and woodlands. The park's mountains are part of the famous 12 Bens mountain range. From Galway city travel by public bus to the park. Entrance to the park is free. At the visitor centre view a fascinating exhibition on the Connemara landscape. A variety of safe & easy trail options are available for the whole family to enjoy, with more challenging tracks &trails for walkers, ranging from 0.5kms to 5kms. Come see the world famous Connemara pony & a variety of birdlife. Birds of prey and wild red deer can be seen occasionally too. Lunch is at the Tea Room, situated in the park, consisting of delicious soup of the day, with homemade brown bread, plus a freshly made sandwich (plain or toasted), with 2 fillings of your choice, tea or coffee and a chocolate. This tour includes return public bus tickets from Galway city.

Inclusions: Light lunch at the Connemara National Tea Park Room, Wilderness walks, grade easy to difficult., Exhibition on the Connemara Landscape (multi-lingual), Public City Link bus return ticket from Galway to Letterfrack.

Exclusions: Private local guide

Reviewed By Janine o

We loved it!! Highly recommend if you are around connemara. We will be back again. The fellas in charge were sound out.

3. Explore Connemara National Park - self-guided

Connemara National Park, Letterfrack, Co. Galway, Ireland Connemara Wild Escapes

Explore nature walks in scenic Connemara National Park on the Wild Atlantic Way. The park covers 2.957 hectares of scenic mountains, expanses of bogs, heaths, grasslands and woodlands. The park's mountains are part of the famous 12 Bens mountain range. Entrance to the park is free. At the visitor centre view a fascinating exhibition on the Connemara landscape. A variety of safe and easy trail options are available for the whole family to enjoy, with more challenging tracks &trails for walkers, ranging from 0.5kms to 5kms. Come see the world famous Connemara pony. The birdlife is varied and includes Meadow pipits, skylarks, stonechats, chaffinches, robins and wrens. Birds of prey and wild red deer can be seen occasionally too. Lunch is at the Tea Room, situated in the park, consisting of delicious soup of the day, with homemade brown bread, plus a freshly made sandwich (plain or toasted), with 2 fillings of your choice, tea or coffee and a chocolate. This is a self-guided tour.

Inclusions: Lunch

Exclusions: Transportation to/from Connemara National Park

Reviewed By Janine o

We loved it!! Highly recommend if you are around connemara. We will be back again. The fellas in charge were sound out.

4. Connemara National Park, Beach & Blanket Bog ecology walk. Private Full-day

Connemara National Park Visitor Centre, Letterfrack, Co. Galway, Ireland Connemara Wild Escapes

Come and bounce with us on quaking bogs, forage in the forest and taste delicious edible seaweeds - discover Connemara's hidden treasures during this one day ecological walk across blanket bogs, beaches and the Connemara National Park! Discover why the wildlife of this area is of such international importance and the fascinating history of Connemara’s land and seascapes, in a spirit of conservation with your knowledgeable ecology guide. Between the sea and the earth, you gain an insight to all the various species of plants in the area, such as the edible seaweeds on the sea rocks or the wonderful wild orchids, bog cotton and carnivorous plants of the bog, as well as the wild plants you forage in the forest of the Connemara National Park.

Inclusions: One guided Connemara National Park walk, One guided beach walk, One guided bog walk

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch, Gratuities, Transportation to/from Letterfrack

Reviewed By Janine o

We loved it!! Highly recommend if you are around connemara. We will be back again. The fellas in charge were sound out.

5. Connemara National Park Nature Trails self-guided including Lunch

Connemara National Park, Letterfrack, Co. Galway, Ireland Connemara Wild Escapes

Explore nature walks in scenic Connemara National Park on the Wild Atlantic Way. The park covers 2.957 hectares of scenic mountains, expanses of bogs, heaths, grasslands and woodlands. The park's mountains are part of the famous 12 Bens mountain range. Entrance to the park is free. At the visitor centre view a fascinating exhibition on the Connemara landscape. A variety of safe and easy trail options are available for the whole family to enjoy, with more challenging tracks &trails for walkers, ranging from 0.5kms to 5kms. Come see the world famous Connemara pony. The birdlife is varied and includes Meadow pipits, skylarks, stonechats, chaffinches, robins and wrens. Birds of prey and wild red deer can be seen occasionally too. Lunch is at the Tea Room, situated in the park, consisting of delicious soup of the day, with homemade brown bread, plus a freshly made sandwich (plain or toasted), with 2 fillings of your choice, tea or coffee and a chocolate. This is a self-guided tour.

Inclusions: Lunch

Exclusions: Transportation to/from Connemara National Park

Reviewed By Janine o

We loved it!! Highly recommend if you are around connemara. We will be back again. The fellas in charge were sound out.

6. Connemara National Park Nature Trails self-guided including Lunch

Connemara National Park Visitor Centre, Letterfrack, Co. Galway, Ireland Connemara Wild Escapes

Explore nature walks in scenic Connemara National Park on the Wild Atlantic Way. The park covers 2.957 hectares of scenic mountains, expanses of bogs, heaths, grasslands and woodlands. The park's mountains are part of the famous 12 Bens mountain range. Entrance to the park is free. At the visitor centre view a fascinating exhibition on the Connemara landscape. A variety of safe and easy trail options are available for the whole family to enjoy, with more challenging tracks &trails for walkers, ranging from 0.5kms to 5kms. Come see the world famous Connemara pony. The birdlife is varied and includes Meadow pipits, skylarks, stonechats, chaffinches, robins and wrens. Birds of prey and wild red deer can be seen occasionally too. Lunch is at the Tea Room, situated in the park, consisting of delicious soup of the day, with homemade brown bread, plus a freshly made sandwich (plain or toasted), with 2 fillings of your choice, tea or coffee and a chocolate. This is a self-guided tour.

Inclusions: Lunch

Exclusions: Transportation to/from Connemara National Park

Reviewed By Janine o

We loved it!! Highly recommend if you are around connemara. We will be back again. The fellas in charge were sound out.

7. Oyster Farm Tour & Oyster Tasting. Letterfrack,Connemara.Guided.1 hour

Unnamed Road, Co. Galway, Ireland Connemara Wild Escapes

Food evokes all our senses – taste, smell, vision and feel. A tour of the Connemara Oyster farm truly excites all our senses. Smell the fresh Wild Atlantic air. See the farm crew working hard in the water to grow the most perfectly formed oysters. Shuck your own oyster and take a punt at the weight of an oyster, again learning more about the work put in to create flawless oysters. And, of course finish your tour with a taste of a beautiful fresh oyster! The tour lasts approximately 1 hour and goes through the whole process of how the farm brings the oysters from seeds right through to your plate. It is perfect for anyone interested in Irish culture, tradition, seafood or just loves Connemara!, as we are situated in a coastal location with stunning views on the Wild Atlantic Way. Visitors can also enjoy the fruits of the farm as they can purchase some fresh oysters to bring home with them.

Inclusions: Explanation of Life Cycle of the Oyster, Friendly and knowledgeable guides, Guided tour of the oyster farm and fresh oyster tasting per person

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Reviewed By Janine o

We loved it!! Highly recommend if you are around connemara. We will be back again. The fellas in charge were sound out.

8. Coasteering on the Wild Atlantic Way. Ballyconneely, Connemara. Guided. 2½ hours

Ballyconneely, Co. Galway, Ireland Connemara Wild Escapes

Coasteering, suitable for all levels, is adrenalin pumping and exhilarating. Explore Connemara’s west coast up-close from a completely unique angle. Be ready to embrace coasteering, a combination of adventure swimming, climbing, scrambling and cliff jumping. Explore the natural wonders of gullies, caves, cracks and different rock formations created by the sea. Each session is unique as your expert guides use different sites to ensure that you have the best experience Coasteering in Connemara. Coasteering can be for everyone. We will tailor each session to suit the groups sense of adventure, fitness, and ability. This action packed, adrenaline pumping activity and is one of our most popular activities.

Inclusions: Qualified guide's, All the necessary equipment including wet suits, buoyancy aids, helmets and safety equipment.

Exclusions: Food and drinks.

Reviewed By Janine o

We loved it!! Highly recommend if you are around connemara. We will be back again. The fellas in charge were sound out.

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