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Blackwater Outdoor Activities

Greenhill, Fermoy, Ireland
086-7837015
Ranked #1 of 4 attractions in Fermoy
5.0 of 5 stars 9 Reviews
Type: Sports Complexes
Description: River Kayaking, River Tubing, Zorbing, Zip lines, Archery, Dune Buggy Driving, Wilderness survival skills, Team Building & Camping
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Imelda D
Cork
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 16, 2011

On Friday 9th September, LCA1's and LCA2's from Loreto, Fermoy went on an outdoor pursuit’s day to the Blackwater Activity Centre in Castletownroche. We was delighted about going there and doing something we never did before. In the morning we went to our class room to wait for the bus to arrive. We went on the bus which took about... More

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fotaisland01
Cork, Ireland
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 14, 2011

Fota Island Resort had two staff outings to Blackwater Outdoor Activities last week and it turned out to be a fabulous and exhilarating two days for all those involved. Everybody participated in the river tubing, zorbing, archery and dune buggy racing in the fantastic surroundings of the Blackwater Castle, it is truly a hidden gem of North Cork. The wide... More

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Boba100
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 23, 2011

Kayaked with a friend from lombardstown to mallow had a great day saw two kingfishers on the river with alot of fun along the way.Really enjoyed this one thanks again lads looking forward to the next one. More

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HOLLANDSJ
Ireland
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 15, 2011

Today, I brought 86 young ladies to Blackwater Outdoor Activities Centre. The day was fantastic. The staff were friendly, attentive and really safety conscious. The students had a ball... all day and are returning fomorrow for the 2nd day of their 2 day tailored package. I can confidently say that this is the best day I have ever spent on... More

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Okkerry
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed August 20, 2011

A great range of activities in a beautiful setting with really friendly and helpful staff. A great day and we will be back to do some of the same activities and try the zip lining when it becomes operational. Highly recommend More

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adelong_1969
Lombardstown, Cork
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 12, 2011

Went out kayaking yesterday with the guys. I'm not the most mobile of guys havin Spina Bifida but the lads took really great care of me letting me enjoy paddling the lovely Awbeg & Blackwater rivers. Can't wait for my next visit on the river. I went with friends & family including teenagers & we all loved it More

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Michele S
Fermoy, Ireland
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4 reviews
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 10, 2011
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About 8 of us went tubing on a Saturday morning. There were lots of activities to choose from, but tubing was new to most of us, so decided to give it a go this time. We had such fun we will be back to try another activity. All equipment provided (all good) and safety guidelines etc. Safety talk over -... More

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MOR_Cork
Cork, Ireland
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews
3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 10, 2011

I went kayaking along the Blackwater River from Ballyhooly to Fermoy with Blackwater Outdoor Activities, and I cannot recommend them highly enough. Having never kayaked before, I was quite apprehensive, but we were well looked after for the whole trip. We saw beautiful limestone cliffs along the river. There were even a few spots with rapids that were extra fun.... More

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nbjewellerboy
ireland
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11 reviews
7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 10, 2011
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we did a weekend with this crew on the river Blackwater and what a great time we had,its for all ages & the staff were very professional and great fun. we tried everything from River Kayaking tubing(sitting on a tube and going down the river) zorbing(getting into a big ball & rolling down a hill),dune buggy driving wilderness camping &... More

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