ecotourism ireland

Our Certified Members

We are delighted to showcase the following ecotourism members. These members are leading the vital efforts to make travel & tourism more sustainable in Ireland.

Our Certification Assessment Committee consists of representatives from Failte Ireland, Northern Ireland Tourist Board in advisory capacity and in association with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the National Standards Authority of Ireland (NSAI) and the National Parks & Wildlife Service.

GOLD AWARD MEMBERS:

	Cnoc Suain, Spiddal, County Galway  www.cnocsuain.comAt Cnoc Suain hill-village, guests are offered an enjoyable and active immersion in the local culture & nature of Gaelic Ireland. Engaging learning experiences are offered with warm hospitality and fun.
	Heart of Burren Walks, Burren, County Clare www.heartofburrenwalks.comGuided walks of the Burren, illustrating the rich legacy and the the sacredness of the landscape.
	Glanquin House, Burren, County Clare www.fathertedshouse.comFarm Heritage Walk and Afternoon Tea: For Father Ted fans and Mrs Dolye ‘wanna bes’ a visit to Father Ted’s parochial house for afternoon tea is a must.
	The Boghill Centre, Burren, County Clare www.boghill.comThe Boghill Centre is a residential venue for courses, events & conferences for traditional Irish Music, Holistic workshops and Eco training activities.

SILVER AWARD MEMBERS:

	Slieve Aughty Centre, Kylebrack, Loughrea, County Galway www.riding-centre.comSlieve Aughty Centre’s Walking with a Donkey and Family Green Holidays are now certified ecotourism experiences! Find out how you can take a fun, green holiday with Slieve Aughty Centre!
	Crann Óg,  Drummin, Gort, Co. Galway www.crannog.netChildrens’ EcoYoga experience that incorporates yoga, nature, local flora and fauna, birds and wildlife. Organic lunch hand picked and prepared by the children. An authentic experience for your child.
	Burren Fine Food and Wines, Burren, County Clare http://www.burrenwine.ieAn early morning guided cycling tour through the heart of the Burren followed by a delicious mouth- watering breakfast at Burren Fine Food and Wine.
	Riverside Paradise: Shannon Eco Experience, Banagher, Co. Galway www.riversideparadise.comTravel by river and experience country life at a pace that is pleasant and relaxing. Capture the bird life, wildlife and farm animal life from the waterways of the River Shannon.

BRONZE AWARD MEMBERS: