Top South East Ireland Nature and Wildlife

Explore rural Ireland in style and discover a pace of life far removed from the city on this 2-hour mountain trail ride by horseback in Tipperary. Climb onto your horse and follow your guide deep into Ireland’s beautiful countryside. Discover bronze-age settlements, ancient quarries and quaint farmyards, and listen as your guide shares tales of Irish folklore and legend. Climb Black Hill for breathtaking views over the surrounding counties, and take time to capture the scenery on camera. Stop for a rest, then return to base via a different route.

Discover the beauty of rural Ireland on this 1-hour horseback ride in Tipperary. Hop onto horseback and delve deep into Ireland’s beautiful countryside with your guide. Ride along peaceful roads and discover local landmarks such as ancient ruins, busy farms and a Celtic hill fort nestled in the hillsides. Listen as your guide sheds light on ancient Irish legends, and take time to capture the scenery on camera along the way. This family-friendly tour is suitable to novice and experienced riders alike.

Explore Ireland’s sporting heritage and discover the ancient sport of hurling on this 2-hour tour in Kilkenny. Visit Nowlan Park — home stadium of the ferocious Kilkenny Cats hurling team — with a guide and gain insight into the sport’s history. During your tour, explore the stadium and visit the Legends Hurling Museum, where the sport’s story comes to life. Learn of the players who made their name in hurling, hear of the 3,000 year-old ancient Celtic Games then hit the pitch and see a side of Irish culture many visitors miss.

A walk along a popular route around the tip of the peninsula, but with guidance from a local. Liam points out unique features and history along the way, including the stone walls, lime industry, local landmark names, fish traditions, coastal living through the centuries and plenty of local stories.

Get away from the hustle and bustle, and immerse yourself in nature, with a visit to County Waterford’s Lafcadio Hearn Japanese Gardens. Named in honor of the Irish journalist Patrick Lafcadio Hearn, who spent many years in Japan, the gardens trace the story of his life: from its classic Victorian Garden up to the traditional Japanese Gardens. Secure your admission in advance, and choose between a self-guided or guided tour.