Whether you’re an old pro or want to learn, mountaineering opportunities abound in Ireland. Instructors and guides can teach you about scrambling as well as abseiling, bouldering and rock climbing (indoors and out). You could even try snow/ice climbing in winter.
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A little bit like a triathlon but muckier, an adventure race is a multi-sport endurance event which can last for anything from a few hours to several days. Participants can usually expect the challenges of running/hiking off road, cycling and kayaking – with lots of other tests thrown in too.
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