Mid Ireland Adventures

Endless Adventures In The Heart Of The Midlands

Relax your body and unwind your mind through awe-inspiring outdoor adventures on the majestic River Shannon, or Grand Canal through ancient waters that were once navigated by Vikings in the 10th century.

Mid Ireland Adventure is beautifully positioned along the River Shannon in the charming, rural town of Banagher On the Shannon, while its sister company- The Slieve Bloom Mountain Bike (MTB) Centre- is located at the foothills of the Slieve Bloom Mountains. As Europe’s oldest mountain range, the Slieve Blooms are home to Irelands’ largest state-owned Nature Reserve, offering the perfect location to explore the great outdoors.

Through the passionate and experienced Mid Ireland Adventure team, explore this epic landscape through a wide range of unforgettable land and water eco-based activities from guided mountain bike tours, hiking tours, and archery workshops to stand up paddle boarding (SUP) and kayak safaris.

What to expect

 

• Mid-Ireland Adventure Team: passionate adventure experts | knowledgeable | customer-focused.
• Epic Landscape: off the beaten track | unspoiled Slieve Bloom Mountains | River Shannon | land & water.
• Simply Be: breathe the fresh air | enjoy the great outdoors | embrace the natural surroundings.
• History | learn the secrets in the landscape | from Vikings to Ireland’s legendary Celtic heroes.
• Adventure & Tours: try something new! | learn from experienced guides | memorable experiences.
• Water-based Activities: stand-up paddle boarding | kayaking | River Shannon | Grand Canal.
• Land-based Activities: mountain biking | archery | hiking & walking: Offaly Way & Slieve Bloom.
• Eco-Tourism: members of Leave No Trace | eco-tourism and eco-adventure practitioners. 
• Feel the LOVE!: adventurers who are passionate about their destination | inside track from locals! 
• Rest assured: create unforgettable memories while staying safe | Covid-19 chartered business.

Stand up Paddle Board Safari (SUP) | Adventure & Tour

Relax your body and unwind your mind through a soul-stirring adventure that starts with a safety briefing at Banagher Marina and then out onto the ancient waters of the majestic River Shannon, or Grand Canal. Surrounded by the endless beauty of the river Shannon that is Ireland's longest. Join with one of our expert guides for a SUP or kayak safari through an epic landscape are that completely unspoiled. Unearth stories and secrets while spotting flora, fauna, bird, and wildlife as you pass Cromwell’s Castle and Martello Tower before arriving at Bullock Island for activities.

Kayak Adventure & Tour

Relax your body and unwind your mind through a soul-stirring, sheer fun adventure that starts with a safety briefing at Banagher Marina and then out onto the ancient waters of the majestic River Shannon, or Grand Canal. Surrounded by the endless beauty of the river Shannon that is Ireland's longest. , join your expert guide to kayak through an epic landscape that are completely unspoiled. Unearth stories and secrets while spotting flora, fauna, bird, and wildlife as you pass Cromwell’s Castle and Martello Tower before arriving at Bullock Island for team-focused activities.

Mountain Bikes LessonsCanadian Canoes Adventure & Tour

Relax your body and unwind your mind through a soul-stirring, sheer fun adventure that starts with a safety briefing at Banagher Marina and then out onto the ancient waters of the majestic River Shannon, or Grand Canal. Surrounded by the endless beauty of the river Shannon that is Ireland's longest. , join your expert guide to canoe through an epic landscape that are completely unspoiled. Unearth stories and secrets while spotting flora, fauna, bird, and wildlife as you pass Cromwell’s Castle and Martello Tower before arriving at Bullock Island for team-focused activities.

Archery

Where better to master the ancient craft of archery that has shaped the human history of hunting, sport, and competition than immersed within natural rural beauty at the foothills of the Slieve Bloom Mountains that are Europe’s oldest mountain range? Within these epic surroundings and under the guidance of an expert, try diverse bows from the modern recurve bow to the hand-crafted medieval-style longbow that offers a true test of skill and strength. Designed to suit all skill levels, revel while learning how to aim and fire at a static target with extreme precision and control.

Mountain Bike Tours

Relax your body and unwind your mind through a soul-stirring, exhilarating adventure that starts with a safety briefing in charming Kinnitty village before departing for Kinnitty Pyramid to hear how a replica of the great Pyramid of Giza was built here. Under the expert guidance of a qualified MBLA Trail Cycle Leader, bike onwards into largely undiscovered, off the beaten track territory to explore the Slieve Blooms. Within this epic landscape that is home to Europe’s oldest mountain range and Ireland’s largest state-owned nature reserve, experience incredible views before a downhill run back to base!

Mountain Bikes Lessons

It’s a big fun world out there and what better way to explore some of its secrets than aboard a mountain bike within the epic Slieve Bloom landscape that is home to Europe’s oldest mountain range and Ireland’s largest state-owned nature reserve! Designed to suit all levels, revel while gaining the required skills to navigate mountain bike trails with total confidence in a safe environment. Under the expert guidance of a qualified MBLA Trail Cycle Leader, learn core mountain biking precision skills from bike set up and the attack position, to breaking, steering, and cornering, line choice, climbing and descending.

Hiking Tours

Relax your body and unwind your mind on an invigorating hiking adventure through largely undiscovered, off the beaten track territory from the raw beauty of the Offaly Way to the Slieve Blooms that are home to Europe’s oldest mountain range and Ireland’s largest state-owned Nature Reserve. Within this epic landscape and under the expert care of a fully qualified guide, meet local people, hear about Irish life, unearth secrets and stories while re-connecting with an inner sense of being present and calm. Designed to suit all levels, hikes include snacks and hot drinks using the famous Kelly kettle!

Yoga/Hike Retreats

Relax your body and unwind your mind on a full day experience within the raw beauty of the Slieve Blooms that are home to Europe’s oldest mountain range and Ireland’s largest state-owned Nature Reserve. Begin with a two-hour Ashtanga Yoga Workshop followed by a healthy lunch at the historic Kinnitty Castle. Once fully replenished, join a qualified guide to explore an epic landscape that is a hill walker’s paradise with largely undiscovered, off the beaten track trails. Following a 10-kilometre hike with magnificent views, past flora, fauna, bird, and wildlife, end a dream day with hot refreshments and snacks.

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Where to stay

Combining old world elegance with up to the minute standards and facilities, Dooly's Hotel located in the heart of Birr, Offaly is the ideal place to stay while exploring the midlands of Ireland.

Why choose Dooly's Hotel:

• Parking and bike storage available on site.
• Located in the heart of the midlands, within the town centre of Birr.
• Highly affordable rates - View Pricing.
• 3 delightful food venues located within the hotel itself (Emmet Restaurant | Coachouse Bar | Coffee Dock)
• The infamous nearby Melba's Nightclub.