Walking with Wanderlust

Magical Ireland. Enjoy the great outdoors of Bantry Bay, the Beara, the Sheep’s Head, and the Mizen Head Peninsulas with Wanderlust. Unrivalled views, peace, and tranquillity await you. In 2013 we offer a range of unique tours for you. Wanderlust is the outdoor events group for local outdoor enthusiasts and visitors to Bantry Bay, West Cork and South Kerry. We are based near the picturesque village of Glengarriff. We are here to guide you!
Island Tours
In April and August 2013 Wanderlust and the West Cork Islands launch a new experience: Walk Ireland´s Islands in West Cork. Visit and walk 6 islands in one week. Meet the people, the animals & the culture of West Corks Islands. Walk Bere Island, Cape Clear, Dursey, Garnish, Sherkin and Whiddy Island and enjoy a time to remember.
Welcome To West Cork

Wanderlust is based near the picturesque village of Glengarriff in West Cork. This historic seaside community on Bantry Bay is surrounded by rugged mountains and ancient oak forests. Glengarriff is famed for its natural beauty. This small town with its 250 years of history in tourism in the heart of West Cork is a walker´s paradise and Ireland´s Garden Haven.
Glengarriff village offers shops, pubs, restaurants, a post office, art galleries and other services. Local attractions include the world famous gardens on Garnish Island, the Bamboo Park, the Ewe Sculpture Garden & Gallery, the Nature Reserve and excellent hotels. Glengarriff, the ideal starting point for trips to the Southwestern pensinsulas and islands offers more than 150 kilometers of waymarked walks to its visitors and hill walks of all abilities. Experience Ireland’s fascinating southwest with Wanderlust.
Garden Tours
We specialise in the world of trees, plants and aroma botany. Learn more about the abundant flora and the history of one of the world’s favourite garden spots. Enjoy a few hours with Aroma Botanist Eliane Zimmermann in the Gardens of Garnish Island or the old demesnes of Bantry Bay.
Hill Walking
Explore a world of mountains, glens, coasts, sea cliffs, beaches, rivers, lakes and ancient woodlands. Walking in one of Europe´s most scenic and untroubled natural habitats is like meditation. As you walk your guide will share with you the local history, heritage, flora and fauna. Weekend breaks and weekday walks available.
Nordic Walking
Wanderlust also guides groups in the fun and healthy leisure activity of Nordic Walking. Being the most popular new sport in Europe, Nordic Walking has taken off in West Cork as well. Glengarriff is Ireland´s Nordic Walking Capital.


