Donegal Islands and Sea Caves of Owey
Fri 23 Aug
|Gola Island
Gola and Owey are two beautiful, wild islands off the West coast of Donegal near Gweedore. Join the Wild Women for a three-night camp on Gola Island, with an exhilarating kayak trip to explore the stunning sea caves of Owey.
Time & Location
23 Aug 2024, 13:30 – 26 Aug 2024, 14:00
Gola Island, Gola Island, Co. Donegal, Ireland
About The Event
Gola is a sparsely populated island with pristine sandy beaches and amazing rock formations, that is accessible by a small ferry. We will be staying in a small, remote cottage with a fully fitted kitchen, bathroom with shower and toilet, 2 twin bedrooms, one double bedroom and space to pitch tents. There are no cars or shops on Gola so it will be a chance to fully immerse yourself in nature and enjoy the wildlife and deserted beaches.
On Saturday or Sunday (depending on the weather conditions), we’ll return to the mainland by ferry and embark on a 3-hour kayaking adventure to Owey Island, located south of Gola. We will be guided by Gareth from Selkie Sailing as we paddle across the bay from Cruit Island to explore Owey’s incredible sea caves. With 27 caves to discover and abundant marine life, you’ll have the option to swim inside these natural…