HIGHLIGHTS
- Our next hike is a Full Moon Hike on the Galtee Mountains, it will take place on the 24th of November. Transport from Cork City is included in the price of this tour. Select 'Book Now' to reserve your place on the hike.
- Full Moon Hike: Hiking at night under the light of the Moon is a magical way to experience the Mountains. Our full moon hikes are for active and adventurous individuals. The hike takes place in the Galtee Mountains and take 4 to 5 hours.
- Winter Solstaice Hike: Watch the sunrise on the shortest day of the year from the top of the Paps (the Paps of Danú) - Pagan Ireland's Sacred Mountain. A special way to mark the turning of the Seasons.
- Galtee Mountain Day Hike: This day hike is an ideal day out for anyone who wishes to climb a moderatly challenging mountain. On this hike you will reach a height of 919 metres to Dawson’s table, the summit of Galtee Mor. This hike requires a moderate level of fitness.
- Carrauntoohil Hike: A hike to the top of Ireland's highest mountain is a really rewarding day out. The hike takes at least 6 hours and a good level of fitness is required to join the hike.
- All of our guides are trained to REC level 3 and Mountaineering Ireland standards. We can arrange hiking to other locations in the south of Ireland for individuals, groups or corporate days out. We also provide transportation for the hikes.
- Email us at info@beyondtheglass.ie for queries, bookings and availability.
Adventure Overview
Beyond the Glass Adventure Tours offers guided day hikes in the Munster area. The hikes are guided by guides trained to Mountaineering Ireland standards and are trained in REC level 3.
Our hikes are perfect for individuals, groups and corporate days out. We can tailor a day hiking tour to your specific needs. We also provide transport for the hikes.
Go beyond the glass and experience the wild mountains of Ireland.
QUICK FACTS
DESTINATION
- Full Moon hike
- Galtee Mountains Climb
- Carrauntoohil Climb
- Transportation from Cork available
DATES & PRICES
Full Moon Hike 24th of November: €55 including transport from Cork Full DetailsADVENTURE TYPE
- Carauntool Hikes
- Day Hikes
- Full Moon Hikes
- Corporate Hikes
ADVENTURE LEVEL
Mountain hike
Uneven mountainous terrain
Night hikes
Suitable for active people
ACCOMMODATIONS
- N/A
ITINERARY & MAP
- Full Moon Hike: Go Beyond the Glass on the 24th of October with a Moon Light Hike in the Galtee Mountains. This is a great opportunity to experience the mountains under the night sky and you will be back in Cork for before last call. Transport from Cork City is included in the price of €55, transport leaves Cork City at 3:30pm. As well as regular hill walking gear, extra layers for warmth and a head torch is required.
- Winter Solstice Hike: Welcome the turn of the seasons from on top of munsters sacred Mountain. The winter Solstice, the shortest day of the year, is the 21st of December. Mark this anciently celebrated day from the top of the Paps of Danú or Dá Chích Anann. Stand on top of the Mountain to watch the sun rise over the horizon. The Paps are located on the Cork/Kerry Border about an hours drive from Cork city. Transport for the hike will leave Cork City at 5.30 AM. The hike to the mountain top will take approximately 1.5 hours. As well as regular hill walking gear, extra layers for warmth and a head torch is required.
- Our guided day hikes are perfect for individuals, groups and corporate days out. We have led guided hikes for corporate groups to Carrauntoohil, the Galtees and Brandon Mountain. We can tailor a hike to suit your group’s needs.
- Galtee Mor Hike: The hike up Galtee Mor, the highest Mountain in both counties Limerick and Tipperary, takes about 4 and ½ hours. On this hike you will pass through an old stone-built wall and along an old Bog road before you are out onto the open Mountain. During the day you will hear some of the history of the mountain, you will see the areas flora and fauna and of course some great vistas. On the summit (Dawsons table) you will be greeted by 360º panoramic views, on clear days you can see all six counties of Munster. The descent from the mountain will take a slight variation, to show you more of the Galtee Mountain range. ,
- Carrauntoohil Hike: Carrauntoohil standing at 1,040 metres is Ireland’s tallest mountain and it is part of the Macgillycuddy reeks range of Mountain range. Climbing the mountain is a challenging but a very rewarding day out. The beginning of the hike is on fairly flat ground and it’s a perfect time to take in the views of the Lakes, waterfalls and pointed peaks. After an hour the ground steepens and effort required increases, firstly you will be climbing in a gully and then out onto an open ridge which will take you to the top of the mountain. At the summit there are views of South Kerry, Inch Beach and the winding Wild Atlantic Way. The decent takes an alternative route where you will be rewarded with more fantastic views out over the Black valley and the Hags Glen.
MEETING PLACE
Full Moon Hike Departs from Cork City.
PRICE
€55Deposit: €N/A
Additional Costs: Lunch and snacks are not included
DEPARTURE DATE
2018:Full Moon hike 24th November, departing Cork @ 3:30 PM.
Winter Solstice Hike 21st December, departing Cork @ 5:30 AM.