5 things to do along the Wild Atlantic Way during an Irish heatwave

Go to the beach:

No shortage of amazing beaches along the Wild Atlantic Way. If you are lucky, you might even see a pod of Dolphins or the odd basking shark swimming nearby the shore. Some of our favourite beaches:
1. Five Finger Beach,  Inishowen, co. Donegal
2. Dunmoran Strand, co.Sligo
3. Keem Strand, Achill Island, co.Mayo
4. Glassillaun Beach, co. Galway
​5. Cliffoney Beach, co.Sligo
6. Barleycove, co.Cork

Climb a mountain

A lot of times, mountains are covered by a tick layer of clouds in Ireland, probably with some added dampness falling out of these clouds as well.
So during an Irish heatwave, head for the mountains and enjoy the amazing views. 

Go to an offshore island

There are plenty of offshore islands of the Wild Atlantic Way. Why not take a boat, a cablecar or even drive the car to these islands and discover the history of them.
Drive to an Island you ask?, Yes, at low tide you can drive to Coney Island in co.Sligo or Claggan Island in co.Mayo. A cablecar? Yes, Dursey island in co.Kerry is reached by cablecar.

Participate in an outdoor adventure 

From world‑class golf courses to the wild Atlantic and winding rivers, the region offers endless options for outdoor adventure. And if you’re not sure where to begin, you can always join one of the many experienced adventure guides along the Wild Atlantic Way—they know these landscapes better than anyone.

Admire those amazing sunsets 

The sunsets in Ireland are truly something special. The colours shift from soft yellows to fiery reds and deep purples, painting the sky in a way that never gets old. After a glorious day exploring the Wild Atlantic Way, watching the sun melt into the horizon feels like the perfect ending—quiet, brilliant, and unforgettable