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Benbulben - A guided hike

Due to popular demand we are adding yet another opportunity to climb Benbulben. This hike is highly recommended and early booking is advisable. 

Benbulben, known as Sligo's table mountain overlooking Sligo bay with commanding views across Donegal bay to Slieve League and the highest sea cliffs in Ireland. If the visibility is good we will see Croaghpatrick in the distance.
There will be opportunity to learn about the unique flora that grows high up in the north facing gullys. Plants like Tea Leafed Willow and Fringed Sandwort have been proven to have pre dated the ice age. Also we should see evidence of Roseroot, a lovely alpine type plant which traditionally has been used for medicinal purposes, and grows nat...https://www.highhopesmountaintreks.com/contact-us/

Pre registration is essentail for this hike. 
Once we receive your booking request you will be sent an email detailing how to register. 

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 recommended. 
**NB** It is advisable to wear boots with good ankle support due to the nature of the terrain. These will assist in protecting you from injury. 
 

Earlier Event: February 10
Benbulben - A guided hike
Later Event: February 24
Benbulben - A guided hike