Ireland Weekend Challenge

Dubbed a ‘savage beauty’ by Oscar Wilde, Connemara National Park is not for the faint-hearted. Take a break from average life in this sprawling landscape which has mountains, bogs, heathlands and lakes. Recharge around the campfire sampling local fare at night. THE CHALLENGE: DISCIPLINES: Hike/Run, Bike TOTAL DISTANCE: 56km ELEVATION GAIN: 650m CAMP EXPERIENCES: Sea Kayak Wild Cooking Whiskey Tasting Bodran Making & More EXPERIENCES IN CAMP: Friday: Afternoon – sea kayak exploration of Killary Fjord Evening- bushcraft & survival skills workshop Wild cooking Outdoor mindful yoga NB: Some activities will be run on a first come, first served basis Saturday: Local acoustic music Bodran making Whiskey tasting Wild outdoor cooking The IGO Feast There are three levels of entry for this adventure... COMPLETER - £499 per person - Go at your own pace, enjoy the scenery - A spot in shared 4 person tent - Does not include timing chip COMPETITOR - £519 per person - Test yourself against the clock - A spot in shared 4 person tent - Timing chip included GROUP OF 4 - £1,796 (£449 per person) - Great for groups, families, friends - Share a 4 person tent with your team - Does not include timing chip Send us a message to book your preferred level!Day 1Arrive and transfers to camp Registration, briefing, and lunch Afternoon activities Campfire chilli and bed Day 2Breakfast in camp The IGO Ireland Challenge: hike/run & bike Evening celebrations in camp Camp overnight Day 3Breakfast in camp Yoga Transfers to local train station & airport

 
Inclusions
Accommodation - Comfort
2 nights accommodation in bell tents (based on 4 sharing) including memory foam mattresses
 
What's Included
🚆 Transportation - Return transfers from Knock Airport or Galway train station
🍴 Food - Full board. Locally sourced, organic food from Friday lunchtime to Sunday breakfast inclusive
🧰 Equipment - Some - Tour bikes for the Challenge (participants are welcome to bring their own)
📋 Other - Wilderness skills and bushcraft workshop. Event-specific training plan. Fully signposted & supported route. Medical and physio support. Timing tracker (Competitors). Walking guide & sweeper as back stop. Photography Activities in camp. Tour bikes for the Challenge (participants are welcome to bring their own). Traditional music & entertainment. Celebratory beer at the finish line on Saturday. Technical t-shirt and welcome pack. Finishers medal and wristband.
 
What you'll need
📋 Other - Personal kit is required for this event. We will send a kit list after booking. The following is NOT included... Transport to Knock Airport or Galway train station Personal equipment inc. sleeping bag and clothing (see kit list for full details) Travel insurance specific to location and disciplines (obligatory) Drinks at camp bar on Saturday night (cash only)