Aillwee is in the Burren Region of County Clare and is a member of the Burren Ecotourism Network – a network awarded the prestigious, international Lonely Planet ‘Best in Travel Picks, 2021’.
Take a trip through the underground world and experience Aillwee’s unique Burren landscape. It consists of a 35 minute guided walk, through beautiful caverns, over bridged chasms, under weird formations and alongside the thunderous waterfall. Marvel at the frozen waterfall and explore the hibernation chambers of the extinct Brown Bears.
Aillwee has one of the largest collections of Birds of Prey in Ireland – Eagles, Falcons, Hawks, Owls, and Vultures. Expert bird handlers, audio guides and information boards provide detailed information on all these raptors. Flying displays offer a rare opportunity to see many of these wonderful birds in dramatic free flight. Get up close and personal with one of the world’s top predators in a unique 1 hour long Private Hawk Walk Experience.
Visit the Farmshop and see Gouda style cheese being made. Learn about the Cheese-Making process and the 35-year story of Burren Gold Cheese. Taste the award-winning cheeses or indulge in homemade Fudge.
Grab snacks at the Grab & Go style outlet and reconnect with the outdoors and learn about the unique Burren region through the Biodiversity Woodland Walk.
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Located just 4km from Ballyvaughan, one hour from Shannon Airport or Galway City and just 90 minutes from Limerick City.
Ballyvaughan, Co. Clare, Ireland