Approved Adventure Journey Providers
Learn more about our incredible Approved Adventure Journey Providers Partners and how to become one.
What are Adventure Journey Providers?
Approved Adventure Journey Providers (“AAJPs”) are organisations that have been recognised by Gaisce for their active commitment to supporting Gaisce Participants in meeting their Adventure Journey requirements. This recognition is to establish an elevated standard of consistency, quality and safety across Gaisce Adventure Journey experiences for all.
AAJPs work directly with Gaisce, aided with up-to-date information, and will be able to answer any question to support President’s Award Leaders (“PALs”).
Current Approved Adventure Journey Providers
Achill Outdoor Education and Training Centre
Outdoor Education Training CentreAddress: Cashel, Achill, Co. Mayo, F28 H7F2
Tel. No.: +353 98 47253
Website: www.achilloutdoor.com
Accommodation Facilities:
Indoor – 50 beds
Adventure Journey Activities:
- Hiking/Walking
- Kayaking
- Canoeing
Ballyhass Adventure Group
Address: Ballyhass Lakes, Cecilstown, Mallow, Co. Cork
Tel. No.: 022 27773
Website: www.ballyhass.ie
Accommodation Facilities:
Indoor – Onsite accommodation for up to 102 participants. The accommodation consists of 21 bunkhouse pods, 17 six-bed pods and 4 two-bed pods.
Ballyhass Adventure Group provides full catering and overnight supervision for all groups,
Adventure Journey Activities:
- Hiking/Walking
- Kayaking
- Wakeboarding
Baltinglass Outdoor Education & Training Centre
Outdoor Education Training CentreAddress: Weaver Square, Baltinglass, Co. Wicklow, W91 F3CH
Tel. No.: +353 59 6481002
Website: www.baltinglassoec.com
Accommodation Facilities:
Indoor – accommodation for 30 persons
Camping– for 30 persons
Adventure Journey Activities:
- Hiking/Walking
Baltinglass Outdoor Education & Training Centre have restricted availability. They are only open to their own ETB area.
Birr Outdoor Education and Training Centre
Outdoor Education Training CentreAddress: Roscrea Road, Birr, Co. Offaly, R42 FC98
Tel. No.: +353 57 9120029
Website: www.birroec.ie
Accommodation Facilities:
Indoor – There are three large dormitory style bedrooms. One can sleep 28 individuals, the second can sleep 22 and the third can sleep 18.
There are also two single bedrooms with two beds in each as leader accommodation.
Adventure Journey Activities:
- Hiking/Walking
- Canoeing
- Biking
Burren Outdoor Education and Training Centre
Outdoor Education Training CentreAddress: Turlough, Bell Harbour, Co. Clare, H91 K526
Tel. No.: +353 65 7078066
Website: www.burrenoec.com
Accommodation Facilities:
Indoor – Dorm style accommodation for up to 48 participants plus 6 leader spaces.
All downstairs accommodation is wheelchair accessible. Accessible changing area / shower/ toilet available
Adventure Journey Activities:
- Hiking/Walking
Castle Saunderson International Scout Centre
Address: Belturbet, County Cavan, H14 X650
Tel. No.: 049 389 1204
Website: https://www.scouts.ie/campsites/castle-saunderson-campsite
Facilities/Adventure Journey Options:
- Indoor accommodation, camping and activity information is currently not available. We are in the process of gathering/updating this information.
Delphi Adventure Centre (Delphi Outdoors Limited)
Address: Delphi Resort, Leenane, Connemara, Co. Galway, H91DP08
Tel. No.: 09542107
Website: https://www.delphiadventureresort.com
Accommodation Facilities:
Indoor – Delphi can accommodate 200 young people in their hostel and they also have a hotel on site for leaders. Young people can sleep in a range of dorm style rooms- 2 bed, 6 bed and 10 bed rooms. All rooms are ensuite and have a shower.
Adventure Journey Activities:
- Hiking/Walking
- Kayaking
- Canoeing
- Biking
Fastnet Marine (Schull) Outdoor Education Centre
Outdoor Education Training CentreAddress: Colla Road, Schull, Co. Cork, P81 X398.
Tel. Number: +353 28 28515
Website: www.schullsailing.ie/
Accommodation Facilities:
Indoor – Fastnet Marine has 2 separate dorm rooms that can accommodate 20 young people and 2 private rooms off of these for leaders. They can set also set up a temporary room with additional camp beds. Max capacity is 35 at any one time. The dorms are located upstairs and are unfortunately not wheelchair accessible at this time.
They have a large dining room, kitchen facilities and separate male & female shower and changing rooms.
Adventure Journey Activities:
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- Kayaking
- Hiking/Walking
- Sailing
- Canoeing
- Stand Up Paddle Boarding
Galway Outdoor Education Centre/Achill Surf
Outdoor Education CentreAddress: Achill Surf Centre, Keel, Achill Island, Co. Mayo
Tel. No.: 085 1554376
Website: www.achillsurf.com
Facilities:
- Indoor accommodation and camping information is currently not available. We are in the process of gathering/updating this information.
Adventure Journey Options:
- Hiking/Walking
- Kayaking
- Biking
Gartan Outdoor Education & Training Centre
Outdoor Education Training CentreAddress: Churchill, Co. Donegal, F92T853
Tel. No.: +353 74 9137032
Website: www.gartan.com
Accommodation Facilities:
Indoor – 68 max
Adventure Journey Activities:
- Hiking/Walking
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Canoeing
- Biking
Kilfinane Outdoor Education and Training Centre
Outdoor Education and Training CentreAddress: Chapel Lane, Kilfinane, Co. Limerick, V35 R590
Tel. No.: +353 63 91161
Website: www.kilfinaneoec.com
Accommodation Facilities:
Indoor– accommodation for 54 students plus 6 teachers/ leaders
Camping – 30 persons
Adventure Journey Activities:
- Hiking/Walking
- Biking
Killary Adventure Company
Address: Killary Adventure Co., Leenane, H91PY61
Tel. No.: +353 95 43411
Email: adventure@killary.com
Website: www.killaryadventure.com
Accommodation Facilities:
Indoor – Can accommodate 120 people.
Camping – 40 Camping Spots.
Adventure Journey Activities:
- Canoeing
- Biking
Kinsale Outdoor Education Centre
Outdoor Education Training CentreAddress: St. Johns Hill, Kinsale, Co. Cork, P17 VX54
Tel. Number: +353 21 477 2896
Website: www.kinsaleoutdoors.com
Accommodation Facilities:
- Doesn’t facilitate indoor accommodation.
- Camping for 20
Adventure Journey Activities:
- Hiking/Walking
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Canoeing
- Stand Up Paddle Boarding
Larch Hill International Scout & Guide Centre
Address: Mutton Lane, Tibradden, D16P023
Tel. No.: 014931410
Website: https://www.scouts.ie/campsites/larch-hill-campsite
Accommodation Facilities:
Indoor – 56 bed hostel with kitchen, large conference room and dining hall
26 bed hostel with kitchen and dining room.
Camping–1,000 pax capacity campsite (rental equipment can be provided)
Adventure Journey Activity Options:
- Walking
- Hiking
Locomotion Bike Rental
Address: Barnagh Greenway Hub, Barnagh, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick V42 AV66
Tel. No.: 08502552890
Website: https://limerickgreenwaybikerental.ie/
Facilities/Adventure Journey Options:
- Indoor accommodation, camping and activity information is currently not available. We are in the process of gathering/updating this information.
Lough Allen Adventure Centre
Address: Curraghill, Drumshanbo, Co Leitrim, N41PD62
Tel. No.: 087 2721001
Website: https://loughallenadventure.ie/
Facilities/Adventure Journey Options:
- Camping and Indoor accommodation available.
Camping
- Camping available adjacent to Adventure Centre building with toilet/shower/changing facilities.
- Authentic ‘Wild Island Camping’ experience also available with meals cooked on campfire
- Full supervision including overnight.
Activities Include:
- Island Expedition
- Bushcraft
- Fun, interactive team challenges
- Breathwork techniques for stress management
- Movement/yoga
- Outdoor Spa & Wellness Centre on Lake shore (hot tub, sauna & cold plunge)
- Kayaking
- Stand Up Paddleboarding
- Candian canoe
Lough Dan Scout and Eco Centre
Address: Lough Dan Scout Centre, Roundwood, County Wicklow, A98 DR98
Tel. No.: 0852185079
Website: https://www.scouts.ie/campsites/lough-dan-campsite
Accommodation Facilities:
Indoor & Camping – 48 Bed Hostel and Camping facilities.
Adventure Journey Activities:
- Walking
- Hiking
Petersburg Outdoor Education and Training Centre
Outdoor Education Training CentreAddress: Clonbur, Co. Galway, F12 X589
Tel. No.: +353 94 9546483
Website: www.petersburg.ie
Facilities:
- Indoor accommodation, camping and activity information is currently not available. We are in the process of gathering/updating this information.
Adventure Journey Activities:
- Hiking/Walking
- Kayaking
- Canoeing
Accommodation Facilities:
Indoor – 40
4 dorms of approx. 10 per dorm. Toilets and Showers downstairs. Second type for group of 28, 7 rooms, 4 per room, all ensuite.
Camping – 30
Shannon River Adventure Centre
Address: Drummanmore, Rooskey, Co.Roscommon, N41 X902
Tel. No.: 071-9638300
Website: www.shannonriveradventure.com
Accommodation Facilities:
Maximum 68
Accommodation is provided in large safari tents mounted on decking beside the Shannon River Adventure facilities building. All pathways are lit at night and toilets including Fully Accessible Toilet are open all night. There is camp security on all night.
Adventure Journey Activities:
- Hiking/Walking
- Kayaking
- Canoeing
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Shielbaggan Outdoor Education Centre
Outdoor Education CentreAddress: Ramsgrange, The Hook, Co. Wexford, Y34 FK03
Tel. No.: +353 51 389550
Website: www.shielbagganoec.com
Facilities:
- Indoor accommodation and camping information is currently not available. We are in the process of gathering/updating this information.
Adventure Journey Options:
- Hiking/Walking
- Kayaking
- Canoeing
- Biking
Shielbaggan Outdoor Education Centre have restricted availability. They are only open to their own ETB area.
Tanagh Outdoor Education and Training Centre
Outdoor Education Training CentreAddress: Dartrey, Via Cootehill, Co. Monaghan, H16 HC83
Tel. No.: +353 49 5552988
Website: www.tanaghoutdooreducation.com
Accommodation Facilities:
Indoor – can accommodate 53 people max.
Adventure Journey Options:
- Hiking/Walking
- Kayaking
- Canoeing
The Cavan Centre
Address: Kilnacrott House, Ballyjamesduff, Co. Cavan, A82 YE10
Tel. No.: 049 8544436
Website: www.cavancentre.ie
Accommodation Facilities:
Indoor –
- Main House: 7 bedrooms. Accommodation for 30 people. Catered for option only. Dining Room / Conference Room / TV Room / Training Room.
- Tiger’s Lodge: 7 bedrooms. Accommodation for 20 people. Disability friendly. Catered for or self-catering option. Kitchen / Dining Room.
- Pascal’s Cottage: 3 bedrooms. Accommodation for 10 people. Catered for or self-catering option. Kitchen / Dining Room.
- Bru Fergus: 6 bedrooms. Accommodation for 8 people. Catered for or self-catering option. Kitchen / Dining Room. Breakout Room.
Adventure Journey Activities:
- Hiking/Walking
- Kayaking
- Biking
Apply to become an Approved Adventure Journey Provider
You can apply using the contact form below and a member of staff will contact you. If you have any queries you can contact karol@gaisce.ie for assistance.