Killary Adventure Centre
Killary Adventure Centre
Killary Adventure Centre
4.5
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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About
Killary Adventure Company was founded in 1981 and has grown to become Ireland's premier adventure company offering excitement, fun, quality accommodation and activities. Still a family business it never stands still and consistently offers an amazing experience of the outdoors to all its customers, aged 8 to 80! The accommodation base, located on the Wild Atlantic Way overlooking Killary Fjord, includes cosy en-suite rooms, bar, restaurant and recreation areas with views all the way to the Atlantic Ocean. There is also a campsite onsite with tent and campervan pitches. You may decide to launch yourself from Ireland's only fixed Bungee, kayak along the fjord or alternatively your spirit of adventure may be met by a guided walk along old tracks steeped in local history. Come along with the kids for an extraordinary family day out or drop them off at a summer camp while you explore the wild beauty of Connemara. Choose Killary Adventure Company as a base for your west of Ireland adventure and while you are here choose from over 20 adventure activities to really experience what the west has to offer.
Leenane, County Galway, Ireland
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Travellers' Choice
2024
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Aidan M
Cork, Ireland21 contributions
Aug 2021
I booked a 3 night stay with my two teenage boys & overall, I was extremely satisfied with our stay. The holiday included sleeping in the dorm type rooms, food & activities. Everything was spot on & really gave us an opportunity to get away from the city, mobile phones, etc. Plus the fact we got a glorious week (weather wise), helped as well. Overall I would highly recommend this to any families, couples, etc.
Written 30 August 2021
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Irishgirl074
Ireland19 contributions
Aug 2021 • Friends
We did 2 full days of activities.
We had the nicest guides in Tom and Simon
I would rate the gorge walking as the best followed closely by the turf challenge. The swing was great crack as well. My sons would say that the sunset boat trip with the mackerel fishing was the best so suffice to say there’s something for everyone. Tom went out of his way to include everybody and made sure we were all happy. I couldn’t praise Killary enough. It was really excellent.
We had the nicest guides in Tom and Simon
I would rate the gorge walking as the best followed closely by the turf challenge. The swing was great crack as well. My sons would say that the sunset boat trip with the mackerel fishing was the best so suffice to say there’s something for everyone. Tom went out of his way to include everybody and made sure we were all happy. I couldn’t praise Killary enough. It was really excellent.
Written 14 August 2021
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Alva M
2 contributions
Apr 2023 • Friends
We were a hen group of 22 women and I couldn’t recommend Killary more. The staff and Zoe in particular were so welcoming and helpful with everything we needed. The food was delicious, and we booked the upstairs lounge for both evenings to host our party. The lounge was sound proof which meant we could sing our hearts out and didn’t disturb any of the other groups!
The rooms were comfy and clean dorms.
We did the bog activity which was hilarious and a complete workout! The instructs were great at encouraging everyone to get involved.
They then organised a bus for us to Westport for the Saturday night!
On the Sunday morning we booked in to use their seaside sauna which was such a lovely way to end the weekend.
I couldn’t recommend the Killary adventure company more for any hen do needs!
The rooms were comfy and clean dorms.
We did the bog activity which was hilarious and a complete workout! The instructs were great at encouraging everyone to get involved.
They then organised a bus for us to Westport for the Saturday night!
On the Sunday morning we booked in to use their seaside sauna which was such a lovely way to end the weekend.
I couldn’t recommend the Killary adventure company more for any hen do needs!
Written 12 April 2023
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Wanderingeireteacher
1 contribution
Mar 2022 • Family
Just back from a fantastic time at Killary adventure company. Kids had a great time on all the activities and all the staff were great. Special mention to Caitlin who became a fan favourite with the kids even some of the more difficult ones, she was funny and bubbly with everything she did and a true credit to Killary adventure. Thank you all.
Written 4 March 2022
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GM
5 contributions
Apr 2022 • Family
Kilary is great - Facilities are well maintained, clean and very comfortable. Staff are v friendly and know their stuff. It doesn’t seem to overbook itself such that people are not on top of each other. We (adult and 3 teens) booked the Ringo rides which was great but it’s not A three hour session in itself – we ended up instead with a multi water experience including paddle boarding Ringo rides and gorge walking etc - much better use of three hour session. Kilary should please do more sampler / mix and match sessions
Written 24 April 2022
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James H
Longford, Ireland16 contributions
Jun 2024 • Friends
We used the centre just for accommodation and food and I stayed with a group of friends in a dorm room. The accommodation was exactly as described and the room was comfortable, clean and quite reasonably priced. Everyone got a decent night's sleep
The food was the complete opposite. The website described "delicious casseroles & stews, pizza and pastas, pies & bakes" while we were served a large but tasteless warm burger with around 8 chips. There was a bit of salad which was OK. This was what they were serving for €27. An absolute rip-off of the highest order. We had a better meal in Supermacs on the way home and I really can't stand Supermacs.
Breakfast was cornflakes served with milk on the turn and toast you cooked yourself after queuing, washed down with lukewarm team. The Full Irish breakfast available at weekends was not available.
My summary, is go for the accommodation but skip the food.
The food was the complete opposite. The website described "delicious casseroles & stews, pizza and pastas, pies & bakes" while we were served a large but tasteless warm burger with around 8 chips. There was a bit of salad which was OK. This was what they were serving for €27. An absolute rip-off of the highest order. We had a better meal in Supermacs on the way home and I really can't stand Supermacs.
Breakfast was cornflakes served with milk on the turn and toast you cooked yourself after queuing, washed down with lukewarm team. The Full Irish breakfast available at weekends was not available.
My summary, is go for the accommodation but skip the food.
Written 24 June 2024
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CassC
1 contribution
Jul 2024 • Solo
My son did the 5 night residential summer camp. This was his first time away from home away from family and in an environment where he didn't know anyone. It was a big step. One that we were ready to 'save' him from as soon as he needed.
During the drop-off day orientation (about 15 mins), this idea was addressed. The first timers want to go home on day one or two. I felt assured by Tom (I think that's what his name was) that we shouldn't be so quick to come to the rescue when the kids are a little down on day one and two. I sought some further reassurance before I left and was assured that I could speak to the staff if I needed to.
My son did experience an issue with one of the kids in his room and I was ready to jump in to the rescue. After speaking with a few of the camp leaders they shared how they were going to address the issue sobtgat one kids poor choices didn't have to ruin a weeks worth of amazing experiences for my son.
He had on his own reflection an amazing time. He met so many great kids (including the guy he was getting a bit of grief from at the beginning).
One thing that really stands out is that going in to the camp, my son had a fear of heights and swimming in anything but a pool. I expected to hear about all the activities he didn't do. To hear him talk about his fun sliding into lakes, doing aerial course, paddle boarding, or Ringo rides out the back of a speed boat is so awesome. It is a credit to the activity leaders and they way they encouraged the kids.
All the staff that he interacted with were super, and tbh if it wasn't for you we would have been driving the three hours back to Killary on Monday or Tuesday!
One call out for anyone thinking of sending their kids to this camp is they should have a phone. My son is going into 6th class and doesn't have a phone yet. He had an ipad with teams on it but the WiFi isn't super. A phone would have made it easier to contact us....though by Wednesday evening he was too busy with his new friends to call us anyway!
During the drop-off day orientation (about 15 mins), this idea was addressed. The first timers want to go home on day one or two. I felt assured by Tom (I think that's what his name was) that we shouldn't be so quick to come to the rescue when the kids are a little down on day one and two. I sought some further reassurance before I left and was assured that I could speak to the staff if I needed to.
My son did experience an issue with one of the kids in his room and I was ready to jump in to the rescue. After speaking with a few of the camp leaders they shared how they were going to address the issue sobtgat one kids poor choices didn't have to ruin a weeks worth of amazing experiences for my son.
He had on his own reflection an amazing time. He met so many great kids (including the guy he was getting a bit of grief from at the beginning).
One thing that really stands out is that going in to the camp, my son had a fear of heights and swimming in anything but a pool. I expected to hear about all the activities he didn't do. To hear him talk about his fun sliding into lakes, doing aerial course, paddle boarding, or Ringo rides out the back of a speed boat is so awesome. It is a credit to the activity leaders and they way they encouraged the kids.
All the staff that he interacted with were super, and tbh if it wasn't for you we would have been driving the three hours back to Killary on Monday or Tuesday!
One call out for anyone thinking of sending their kids to this camp is they should have a phone. My son is going into 6th class and doesn't have a phone yet. He had an ipad with teams on it but the WiFi isn't super. A phone would have made it easier to contact us....though by Wednesday evening he was too busy with his new friends to call us anyway!
Written 23 July 2024
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Jane E
Dublin, Ireland1 contribution
Jul 2021
My two sons (11 & 14) did Ringos and said it was 'the best thing they ever did in their lives'. Killary Fjord is such a beautiful setting for this activity and the screams of them could be heard right down the valley !
They also did kayaking and jumping into water. Again they loved it.
Really recommend this adventure centre. Staff and activities that we did were great. Ideal for families staying in Connemara or for groups of friends, or corporate days.
We will be back.
They also did kayaking and jumping into water. Again they loved it.
Really recommend this adventure centre. Staff and activities that we did were great. Ideal for families staying in Connemara or for groups of friends, or corporate days.
We will be back.
Written 25 July 2021
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Liam
County Galway, Ireland58 contributions
Aug 2022
We booked the clay pigeon shooting and archery activities. We thought the pricing was very reasonable and the instructor was very patient and professional (thanks Declan). The landscape here is breathtaking! If you’re visiting the West coast of Ireland, a visit to the Killary Adventure Centre is a must! Bucket-list territory!
Written 23 August 2022
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naic982
Dublin, Ireland24 contributions
Aug 2022 • Family
Kayaking and gorge walking was brilliant. The guide was brilliant with my 9 year old - lots of encouragement and always an eye on him to ensure he didn't drift off course. Gorge walking was a fab experience and jumping into the fyord exhilarating. Couldn't recommend enough - even on a wet summer's day. Hot showers and plenty of parking made for a happy mum!
Written 7 August 2022
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Bonjour, je suis écrivain et j'aimerais savoir depuis combien de temps une (ou plusieurs) société(s) loue(nt) des kayaks pour naviguer dans le Killary Fjord. Quelqu'un peut-il me répondre ? Merci ! (Michèle)
Written 12 August 2019
What's the wifi like? If I wanted to use my internet in my phone, would that work? And what's the reception like for meteor?
Written 23 September 2015
I didn't see that they had wifi. I'm on the 3 network and had 4G coverage in Leenane
Written 25 September 2015
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