This hike encompasses the two major peaks in Achill Island, Croaghauns 688m and Slievemore 671m.

Description:
Our hike will start at Lough Accorymore which provides the drinking water for the Island. We will ascend Croaghauns sea cliffs, which are deemed to be the highest sea cliffs in Europe. The hike then tracks eastward to reach an ancient Signal Tower which was a lookout post used to alert islanders of an impending attack many years ago. We then begin our ascent of Slievemore. (Big mountain). Finally we make our descent to the village of Dugort to our awaiting cars.

This is an exciting and demanding hike . A high level of fitness is required.

Distance 15kms
Elevation gain: 1100m
Duration: 7 hours.

We reserve the right to refuse applications from those who do not have the ability to complete this hike within the allotted time.

Meet at Gray's guest house Dugort at 9am

Cost 40 euros

Pre registration is essential.

To book and register for this hike please email us with your name address and contact no at: highhopesmountaintreks@yahoo.com
or call us at: 086 3454045
Or send enquiry to:
https://www.highhopesmountaintreks.com/contact-us/
Once we receive your booking request you will be sent an email detailing how to register and pay the fee.

Places are not guaranteed until registration fee is paid.

Equipment required:
Good waterproof boots and waterproof clothing are essential; hiking trousers are advised, (no jeans please); spare warm layer; hat and gloves; lunch and/or snacks; water or juice drink, (1.5 litres); small rucksack to carry it all in.
Walking poles are advisable and will provide additional support

NB - Cancellation policy
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Hike that are cancelled with one month of event Full refund
Hikes that are cancelled within 14 days of the event a refund of 50%
Hikes that are cancelled within 7 days no refund available apart from exceptional cases due to illness or family bereavement