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Gap of Dunloe

off the R562 road to Killorglin | Killarney National Park, Killarney, Ireland
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Ranked #2 of 60 attractions in Killarney
Type: Valleys
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Limerick, Ireland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 17, 2013 NEW

There are jaunting cars that will take you from Kate Kearneys cottage to the gap also stop off in the cottage for a bite to eat, Not too far a walk to the gap should you want to stretch your feet.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 17, 2013 NEW

The ride in the buggy was terrific. This was our fifth time in Ireland and we do it every time. The clean fresh air fills your lungs with pure joy. Our driver this time played the penny whistle and sang, what a great ride!

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Mount Dora, FL
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 16, 2013 NEW

We're still not sure what happened!!?....we drove in, off the Ring of Kerry and somehow, a bit weary, took a wrong turn and suddenly found ourselves at the Gates of Heaven...The fabled Gap of Dunloe. I had read, and heard, of the rip-off the buggy drivers, try to pull off, at the base of the mountain so, was already leery... More

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Bridgewater
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 15, 2013 NEW

What a wonderful day...two hour hike followed by a snack then a 45 min boat ride through 3 lakes. You should be in good shape to do the hike on a paved road. You can elect to take a jaunty ride over the Pass if you like. The boat ride was filled with tales of the area.

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Gaithersburg, Maryland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 14, 2013 NEW

Loved taking are horse and cart ride through the Gap. The scenery is breath taking. Leave a full day for the trip. The horse and cart left at 11:00 and arrived at the lakes at 1:30. The trip through he lakes takes about 1 hour. Amazing experience.

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Sky Valley, Georgia, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 13, 2013 NEW

I travel to Ireland quite a bit, especially around Killarney. I always make it a point to visit the Gap when possible.Be sure and do the buggies and the boats. It is the highlight of the groups I escort if it is done on a pretty day.

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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 11, 2013

Did the gap of Dunloe hiking back and forth on foot. This is quite a walk and plan to wear some good hiking shoes and at least 5 hours to do the 24 kilometres. You can stop for a drink at each end of the hike that there are pubs/cottage serving food and drink. If walking is not for you,... More

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Melbourne, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 11, 2013

While I would not consider this a particularly strenuous hike as it is all paved road, it is several miles long and there are some climbs that will make it challenging for those who have difficulty walking or are out of shape. We lucked into a phenomenally beautiful morning to hike the Gap starting at Kate Kearney's cottage. It was... More

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Kansas City, MO
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 11, 2013

Whether you walk the Gap or take a horsedrawn cart, this is a must! Gorgeous views. If you are interested in the history of the area, I recommend taking a horse cart with an informative driver! From there you can take a guided boat tour back to Ross Castle.

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Meise, Belgium
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 11, 2013

A warm up walk on our first day that got better as we went along. Walking on the road with cars going up and down is not fantastic, but the walk itself and the scenery is lovely. We would recommend going later in the day as it is less busy and a lot nicer that way.

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