Destination Ireland - Summer 2021
Aillwee Cave & Birds of Prey Centre
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Aillwee is located in the heart of the Burren Region of County Clare and is a member of the Burren Ecotourism Network - a network proudly awarded the prestigious Lonely Planet ‘ Best in Travel Picks 2021 ’ award .
Taste your way through the cheeses learning texture , flavour and aging within the different award-winning cheeses . For your sweet tooth , indulge in our home-made Fudge while we talk you through all the varieties available .
Pre-booking is essential prior to arrival online @ www . aillweecave . ie
Let our knowledgeable guides at Aillwee welcome you to the dramatic underworld of this unique landscape . Your tour consists of a 35-minute guided walk through beautiful caverns , over bridged chasms , under weird formations and alongside the thunderous waterfall which sometimes gently sprays the unsuspecting visitor . Marvel at the frozen waterfall and explore the hibernation chambers of the long extinct brown bears .
The Birds of Prey @ Aillwee is home to one of the largest and most varied collection of Birds of Prey in Ireland – Eagles , Falcons , Hawks , Owls , and Vultures . Our expert raptor keepers are always available to help you understand these amazing birds while also letting you know about all the conservation programmes that are ongoing both nationally ( Red Kite ) and internationally . Daily Flying Displays provide a rare opportunity to see many of these wonderful species in dramatic free flight set against the Burren Landscape . Book an hour long “ Walk with a Hawk ” to interact with one of nature ’ s top predators .
Explore our Farmshop and allow your foodie self to take over as you see the Gouda style cheese being made in front of you .
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