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Private eco Beach Camping on the edge of Connemara's Wild Atlantic Way

Our unique ecological natura campsite is Ireland's first Climate Neutral accommodation, nestled amongst the sand dunes on a listed Geosite along the western fringe of Connemara, Co. Galway. It boasts beautiful panoramic Atlantic seascape views from its own secluded private sandy beach, here a true natura camping experience awaits. Ecological & spacious on eight hectares of coastal Machair habitat bio-diversity that interconnects the wonderful West Connacht Coast SAC, a Special Area of Conservation for Bottle-nosed Dolphins.

Glamping & wild camping style plots with private eco-campfires are peaceful & privately spaced between marram grass covered sand dunes, making your camping experience unique & more enjoyable. Here you can discover the peace of nature amongst the dunes with vast open spaces, natural beauty, sandy beaches, breathtaking sunsets and cosy campfires under a star friendly sky. All within the boundaries of an area of scientific interest that is operated on a sustainable, green, environmental & ethical basis with a zero carbon foot print making this a serene destination to unwind.

One kilometer of coastline with excellent crystal clear bathing water quality provides the perfect water trail discovery for all kinds of sea-borne activities, including safe swimming, angling, crabbing, scuba diving, kite surfing, boating & fantastic 'drift snorkeling' along the estuary of Streamstown Bay. One can also enjoy a coastal discovery of ecological & geological listed sites, these are among the best examples seen any where in Europe. There are beautiful coastal beach walks within the park, with longer self guided walks to & around the picturesque tidal island of Omey.