Killary Adventure Company

4.6 (525)

About

Ireland's only fjord-side adventure centre, with 25+ land and water activities set against the mountains of Connemara on the Wild Atlantic Way.

Things to Do

Killary Fjord Aerial Park

Climb into the tree canopy for 10 zip lines and 32 elements spread across 5 routes. Age 10+, from €38.00pp.

Turf Challenge

A mud-soaked obstacle course on the bog — beat trenches, tunnels and cargo nets in Killary's signature event. Age 10+, from €51.00pp.

Guided Sea Kayaking on Killary Fjord

Paddle Ireland's only fjord with a guide. No wetsuit required — sit-on-top kayaks keep it accessible. Age 14+, from €51.00pp.

High Ropes & Climbing Tower

Test your balance at treetop level on the High Ropes Course, then tackle the Climbing Tower's walls. Both age 8+, from €51.00pp each.

Gorge Walking & Gorge Walking

Scramble, wade and climb through a natural Connemara gorge. Age 8+, from €51.00pp.

Ringo Rides

Hold tight on an inflatable ring towed at high speed across Killary Fjord. Age 8+, from €65.00pp.

Killary Fjord Sauna & Wild Swimming

Alternate between a wood-fired sauna on the shore and a bracing dip in the fjord. Social sessions for age 16+, from €20.00pp.

Killary Coastal Park

A free shoreline walking trail along the fjord with seating areas and mountain views. Open to the public — car parking available, dogs on leads welcome. Free.

Plan Your Visit

Hours: Activity sessions: Full Day 10am–5pm, Half Day 10am–1pm or 2pm–5pm. Reception hours reported as 9am–6pm daily.
Admission: Activities are booked per 3-hour session, not individually. Half Day from €51pp, Full Day from €81pp. Individual activity prices range from free (Coastal Park) to €140 (Adventure Quest). Kids' Aerial Park Birthday Package from €38pp (min 10 children).
Parking: Free on-site car parking available.
Food: Hot meals served in the dining room with panoramic fjord views. Breakfast includes cereals, fruit, yoghurt, eggs, Full Irish, pastries, juice, tea & coffee. Lunch can be pre-booked. The activity site closes 1–2pm daily — visitors can use picnic areas or book lunch at the centre.

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