Courtmac Bay Tour

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Operator: Wild Atlantic Sports
Duration: 2 h
Area: Cork

About this tour

A scenic 2.5 hour cliff walk along the stunning coast of the Wild Atlantic Way. A stop along the way to enjoy a picnic lunch at a local beach (lunch included).

About

Distance: 7.5km (5 miles)
Climb 125m (400ft)
Terrain: Flat/rolling countryside. Some open cliff areas (path is set well back!)

A half day guided coastal hike that includes lunch – great for families, friends and groups. Walk along a fairly flat route on coastal paths and quiet roads with superb views of coastal and rural scenery. This looped walk follows the coast from Courtmacsherry, out towards the Seven Head Peninsula with plenty of interesting places to view along the way – an off-the-beaten-track stony beach. A picnic lunch at the beach is included.

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Lunch

This tour includes a picnic lunch at Broadstrand Beach, outside Clonakilty. Picnic lunch to consist of wraps/rolls plus cold drink.

More info

Throughout the cycle, there are opportunities to bird watch and enjoy the coast and farmland scenery. In the summer, wild flowers add colour to this amazing cycle.

This route and variations is over mainly flat terrain. Although mostly flat, there are 1-2 moderate, gentle hills along the route. Mountain bikes are provided with helmet and high vis vest. Bottled water is also supplied. The exact route varies depending on your fitness/interests and the pace is relaxed unless you desire otherwise! The guided tour includes lunch and a drink at a local café. Menu varies but example would be toasted sandwich and soup with tea/coffee or cold drink). Scones, cakes, ice creams etc. are also available but not included in the price. As the tour follows the coast, the weather can be breezy so pack a light raincoat and wearing layered clothing is advised. Shades/sunglasses are also recommended as are comfortable shoes suitable for cycling. Please note, this is an out and back cycle rather than a loop.

Why choose this tour?

• Uplift service – if someone in your group is struggling, we will have transport organised to give them a ride uphill at the end!

• Local knowledge of things to look out for as you cycle.

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• Great for groups as no one has to be in charge!

• Price includes bike rental, guide, water on bike, lunch and tea/coffee during stop

Meeting point

Ballinspittle, County Cork, Ireland, Ballinspittle, Béal Átha an Spidéil. This tour starts from Ballinspittle approx. 15 mins drive from Kinsale. Transport to the start point is not provided. A local bus service operates between Kinsale and the Old Head. It is also possible to get a local taxi to the start point.