While you might not be certain of sunshine and warm weather when you holiday in Ireland, an adventure excursion is always guaranteed to deliver an action-packed experience.

"Greenway Experience:"

The World Class Great Western Greenway (Westport - Achill) is a 43.5km mainly traffic free cycling and walking facility which primarily follows the line of the famous Great Western Midlands Railway, which closed in 1937.  Its development has been made possible by agreement of local landowners who have allowed permissive access to users to pass through their lands.

Sailing:

The West Coast of Ireland is one of the finest sailing areas in all Europe. As yet undiscovered by mass tourism, its numerous secluded bays and islands have remained unchanged for centuries and they provide the sailor with an opportunity to step back in time and enjoy the beauty and wealth of culture of this unique region - as well as its sailing challenge!

Hill Walking:

Achill Island and the Curraun Peninsula offer a hillwalking paradise. Unlike many other popular walking destinations in the west of Ireland, where access to the land is becoming increasingly restricted, most of the countryside on Achill is in common ownership which means that it is freely open and accessible for hillwalking.

Fishing:

 Lough Mask is a limestone lough of some 20,000 acres, 10 miles long by about 4 miles wide. It is noted for its beautiful free-rising brown trout. The average size is 1 lb 3 oz but 3 lb fish are common and it holds a big stock of ferox trout to over 20 lb. These big fish are taken by trolling in depths from 10 to 30 feet, usually around the islands in the middle of the lough.

Sea Cruses:

Killary Cruises are a safe bet if you want to experience Killary Harbor, Ireland's only fjord, you can simply drive along the coastal road and look across the water. A far better way to enjoy the landscape is from the water. You can enjoy the panorama unfolding with all senses, take time out from driving and simply enjoy. Even in rougher weather - the catamaran construction makes for a smooth ride.

Surfing:

 Westport and surrounding counties are jam-packed with so much choice that both the nervous novice and the adrenaline junkie will be more than satisfied.

The town has become a centre for competitive outdoor adventure racing and visitors can combine their golfing trip with one of these events. GAELFORCE takes place in August and the Sea 2 Summit event occurs in November. 

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