Take a thrilling guided tour under the Burren where you will learn, engage and be entertained on your day out. Accompany a tour guide to the surprising Aillwee Burren underworld, unlocking an intriguing, timeless story. Enter varied and exquisitely lit chambers which are full of weird and wonderful fossils and formations during a 45-minute, visually and sensually astounding, immersive cave tour.
Appreciate the silent and majestic birds of prey up close at Aillwee Burren Experience. There are daily interactive flying displays which reveal varied raptor species that delight and excite. Be fascinated and open up to the incredible, UNESCO-protected art of falconry through an unforgettable experience during a bespoke, private hawk walk.
The Farmshop is truly a hidden gem at Aillwee Burren Experience. Here, you will take a step back in time. Watch traditional, sustainable farmhouse methods used in creating their award-winning Burren Gold Cheese, which celebrates its 40th anniversary this year. It is a farm-to-fork story that tells of community and neighbours working solidly together, where the milk is sourced locally from the Davorens of Caherconnell. Taste several varieties of Burren Gold Cheese while browsing many artisan food products from their local producers and partners. For those with a sweet tooth, they also make creamy, buttery fudge, too, where sampling, of course, is encouraged.
Enjoy an accessible, easy-going hike through the mature eight-acre, native holly, ash and hazel woodland at Aillwee. This breathtaking landscape comes to life as you explore the self-guided biodiversity walk. Discover terrific trees, amazing animals, gorgeous geology and fabulous flowers.
The naturally terraced hillside at Aillwee Burren Experience reveals beautiful 360-degree views of Burren limestone pavement and terrain, sweeping right across Galway Bay. What is more, running daily until the end of August, you can leave the car behind and take the free hop-on-hop-off Burren Explorer Shuttle Bus and explore the stunning landscapes and heritage of North Clare. Running daily between Ballyvaughan and Aillwee, this scenic route includes stops at Poulnabrone Dolmen, Caherconnell Fort and Kilfenora. Book in advance to reserve your free seat.
For the adventurer, foodie and explorer in you, discover and be surprised by it all at Aillwee Burren Experience: cave tours, birds of prey and cheesemaking located in Ballyvaughan, County Clare.
