Overview
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2 hours 45 minutes
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This is an area of the Wild Atlantic Way that is not know to many people but is spectacularly beautiful. From hidden rock pools to amazing vistas and wildlife, the Toe Head peninsula is simply amazing.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Service animals allowed
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What To Expect
We will hike about 7km at a pace that is very easy and fun for hikers of all abilities with lots of short stops for photos and stories. We will pass by loads small named features with great history and super stories. Our hike includes a deserted famine village and the Móin Rua heathland famous for it's wild orchids. You will also see the spectacular Cnoc na nGabhar mountain, explore secret trails along the Wild Atlantic Way, visit one of the famous EIRE signs and an amazing Iron Age promontory fort with a secret know only to locals. When we return, we'll end our time together on Tráigh Liceach a beach that is also a battlefield where we share a couple of fascinating stories about the Battle of Tráigh Liceach and WWI submarine activity around this coastline.
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Toe Head Clifftop Hike in West Cork
What‘s Included
Home-baked Oat Cookies
Coffee and/or Tea
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
49 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fascinating local stories told with PASSION
saradevoy1919,Apr 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00When hard history is retold with passion we rise above any burdensome feelings about the past. Instead we feel a renewed sense of our own humanity and purpose. It was an incredible day on Toe head today. The photos speak for themselves and the miles and hours flew as we trotted along and paused to hear stories and tales from the locality. It was a bonus to hear many in Irish as well. Connor and Mick were exemplary guides and amidst the stories of hardship they helped us all DREAM again. As one walker told me over the closing picnic of freshly made shortbread and hot drinks, after a day like today you would believe that Tir na Nog is just over there on the horizon. A great place to meet new friends and discover the secrets that are often under our nose!
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Samantha S,Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This experience was amazing! Conor was so great and informative and answered all of our questions throughout the hike. There were so many gorgeous views and we really appreciated all of the history he provided about the different places we stopped. Next time we’re in Ireland, we will definitely be booking another experience with him. Thank you, Conor!!
A truly wonderful walk and talk.
paulinecT4015JB,Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00If you like coastal walks in the wide open expansive landscape, if you are curious about the local folklore and if you are interested in the local flora and fauna then I highly recommend a walking tour with Gormu in West Cork. It’s magical storytelling at its best. And the homemade oat biscuits and coffee at the end never tasted as good.
Captivating walk in beautiful West Cork with a master guide and storyteller
patricewhiteheather,Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Conor is a wonderful storyteller; he makes the stunning Irish countryside come alive with his knowledge of history, folklore and myths. He also knows all the secret places and views which I would never have seen without him. To top it all we finished on a beautiful beach with fresh coffee and home baked cookies accompanied by a story of female power in Cork. I loved it.
Fantastic tour no matter the weather
W6533JOkateo,Sep 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We booked a tour with Conor on what ended up being a wet, misty day but it was still absolutely brilliant. Conor is fantastic company and storyteller and we really enjoyed learning about the history and folklore of the area.
Toe Head cliff top walk
H6706DJmaxineb,Sep 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing experience Conor’s knowledge and storytelling was fantastic. We saw the rugged countryside which came to life through Conor. We had coffee and home made biscuits at the end of our tour on the beach What made it so surreal was our last story of the battle that had occurred there right where we were standing. Coming from Australia, our history doesn’t go back that far. Hearing Conor’s account of what happened locally was amazing and we highly recommend it as a major highlight of our trip. Thanks from Maxine and Gerard Evans
Toe Head hike and E-bike ride with Conor
Terri S,Sep 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The sisters 3 booked a wonderful hike around Toe Head with story telling by Conor. The views were spectacular, the countryside welcoming, the story telling by Conor was “quintessential Irish lore” with historical accuracy woven in!! The morning hike with the afternoon e-bike tour through the country side and along the waters edge made our day complete. Conor was engaging and answered our rapid fire questions with enthusiasm; demonstrating his deep understanding of the Union Hall area and Ireland. The sisters 3 highly recommend both the TOE HEAD HIKE and THE FORKS, FOCAIL, and, FOLKLORE E-BIKE TOUR if you are looking for a “boots on the ground” Irish experience Terri, Betsy, and Katy aka “the sisters 3”
Conor had a great loop...
Jessica W,Jun 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Conor had a great loop planned out with lots of great stories about the history and folklore along the way. The views were amazing and the company was even better. Highly recommend!
Incredible experience!
tinasN1028IO,Jun 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was truly magical for me and my two kids!! I enjoyed every second. The kids were fascinated and Conner is just a lovely fella. His storytelling is incredible!! Probably the best value experience you’re gonna get in Ireland. The background , the views , the nature and the stories , amazing!! Kids are 8 and 11 year olds.
Amazing!!!!
S5262CLisabelv,May 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience with Conor visiting the cliffs, true communion with nature, awesome!!! I LOVE Conor and Iove Ireland for ever!!!!!
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