Explore The Wild Atlantic Way From The Castlerosse Park Resort

- Posted on: 28/07/2022 - Cliffs Castlerosse Hotel

Did you know that the location of the Castlerosse Park Resort on the outskirts of Killarney Town is a great place to start your Wild Atlantic Way adventure?  

One of the longest defined coastal routes in the world, the Wild Atlantic Way sees travellers, thrill seekers and wanderers alike flocking to Ireland each year to discover its charming coastlines, picture perfect villages, mystical islands and of course its many scenic hotspots.  

Here’s some inspiration for your next trip within easy distance of our Resort. 

 

Inch Beach 

Inch Beach is a blue flag beach featuring 5 whole kilometres of unspoilt sandy coastline with glittering blue waters for as far as the eye can see. Conveniently located on the road to Dingle, approximately 39 kilometres from the Resort, the beach is the ultimate surfer’s paradise with a number of surf schools operating on site, providing wetsuit and board hire. 

Framed by Dingle Bay and the Kerry Mountains, the beach is a stunning sight to behold and is extremely popular with photographers looking to capture its magical mountainous vistas.  

The beach is also the ideal location to soak up the sun on a glorious summer’s day or as a scenic stopgap on your way to discover the town of Dingle. Whether you want to catch some waves or rays, Inch is the destination for you.  

 

Slea Head Drive

The beauty of Slea Head Drive on the Wild Atlantic Way is world renowned for being one of Ireland’s most dramatic driving routes, taking you on a memorable journey through some of Kerry’s most historic locations, beautiful beaches, enchanting inlets and alcoves. Dingle is a 61 kilometres drive from the Castlerossse Park Resort and the Slea Head Drive on the edge of the town is a total of 50 kilometres from start to finish.  

One of the most favoured attractions of the route is the instagram worthy Dún Chaoin Pier. Other gems worth mentioning are Ventry Beach, the sleepy seaside village of Ballyferriter, the quaint fishing village of Ballydavid and the many ancient Christian monuments and burial sites including Gallarus Oratory. 

The route can be enjoyed by car as well as by bicycle and we recommend allowing the full day to soak up the trove of unique travel treasures that the drive has to offer.  

 

Great Blasket Island 

The Blasket Islands off the coast of Dingle are a celebrated area of conservation with acres of magnificent mountainous terrain, simply bursting with stories so a day trip is an absolute must. 

Uninhabited since 1954, the islands were once home to Irish speaking natives, whose famous exploits and island ways of life have become legendry through literary masterpieces such as Letters from the Great Blaskets and The Island Man. 

The Great Blasket Island, which lies approximately 2 kilometres from the mainland, is the most visited of the 6 islands and offers a magical trip across the Atlantic to its shores with an opportunity to glimpse dolphins, whales and orcas along the way. 

On arrival, choose from a range of activities including walking, hiking, swimming, bird-watching and more. We recommend a stroll on the breath-taking beach of Trá Ban as well as a visit to Seal Cove to spot the grey seal colony. Stop for a picnic along the island’s many beauty spots and take in the view of the Atlantic Ocean and beyond.

 

Skellig Michael 

World famous UNESCO world heritage site, Skellig Michael is one of the top attractions on the Wild Atlantic Way. Made world famous for its appearance in Hollywood film, StarWars, the island has become even more popular in recent years so booking tickets in advance is a necessity. 

Located in the picturesque village of Portmagee, the experience includes a museum and audio-visual tour at its visitor centre before boarding your boat to the island. On reaching the shores of the island, a day-long of adventure lies in store. Enjoy unforgettable views as you climb to the top of the island’s plateau where you will discover the monk’s ancient beehive huts, still preserved from the 6th century.

Prepare to be humbled by the awe-inspiring beauty and wildlife of the island with its many unique species, including the puffins who visit its special shores each summer. 

The journey back to mainland also holds another surprise in store with a sailing around Skellig Beag (small island). Take in the astounding scenes as Ireland’s largest colony of ganet birds fly around the island’s pinnacles in fantastic fashion. 

 

Kerry Cliffs 

Deemed as the most spectacular cliffs in Kerry, the Kerry Cliffs, (approximately 76 kilometres from the Castlerosse Park Resort), are situated along the Ring of Kerry on the Wild Atlantic Way and are a popular stop off for the perfect picture of the kingdom. 

Looming over 1000ft above the Atlantic Ocean, the cliffs were formed 400 million years ago and are one of the best ways to take in the view of nearby Skellig Islands from the mainland. Open 9am to 9pm daily, the viewing point also provides a carpark, coffee shop and camping. 

The cliffs also offer a pleasant walking and hiking opportunity with Geokaun Mountain just a short distance nearby. 

Get the camera ready for this truly hidden gem! 

Call our Reservations Team today to book your Wild Atlantic Way holiday with the Castlerosse Park Resort! 

 

 

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