Carrauntoohil Mountain Trekking Tour from Killarney

Experience a unique and challenging experience with this approximately 7 hour hiking trip to Carrauntoohil Mountain from Killarney . Come with the necessary outdoor gear and in small groups of about 20 people start this adventure. Hike over 10km to Ireland's highest peak, reach the 1,038m high Carrauntoohil and with a local guide learn about the history and geology of these mountains .

Book this personalised hiking tour now , ranked #1 on TripAdvisor for the last 7 years in a row , and get ready to hike over 6 hours of mountainous terrain.

The hiking route to the summit of Carrauntoohil offers a variety of trails, each with its own degree of difficulty and distinctive scenery. From gentle and scenic trails to more aggressive and steeper routes, choose the route option that best suits you and test all your physical and mental limits.

Meet your guide in the charming town of Killarney and from here head to Killarney National Park, a true nature lover's paradise. Venture into this beautiful forest that is home to an incredible diversity of flora and fauna and surround yourself with lush forests, crystal clear streams and lush meadows .

During this great 12km hike you will test your fitness and connect with nature in its purest and wildest form. As you rise towards the summit, you will be rewarded with spectacular scenery. You will see the majestic lakes of Killarney, the vast expanses of the Atlantic and even the coastline of the Dingle Peninsula .

Throughout the trekking route you will make several rest stops and enjoy the beautiful views both on the way up and down. After reaching the top of the mountain via the popular Devil's Staircase trail, you will walk back the same way back to the initial meeting point.