Why Ireland?
Why Ireland?
Whether waterskiing or hang gliding, the lush green Irish countryside and wild ocean waves offer the ideal backdrop for some pulse-racing adventure sports.
Ireland’s a country that’s packed with unexpected adventures. Not least of which is the very special Irish adventure that involves trying to find your way home after a night in an Irish country pub. So if you’re after something that gets your pulse racing faster than a thoroughbred racehorse, then the Emerald Isle is your number one destination.
With surprises around every corner, a backdrop of exhilarating and beautiful countryside and a whole host of thrilling activities, Ireland has it covered, so why not escape the ordinary with some abseiling, rock climbing, hang gliding, caving, archery or jet-skiing.
Official Links
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Irish Sports Council
Promoting sports and Ireland's profile at home and abroad
What else to explore
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Hang gliding and paragliding
The IHPA is the national association for the sports of Hang Gliding and Paragliding in Ireland
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Irish KiteSurfing Association
The Official Irish Kite Surfing Association Website
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Irish Sailing Association
The National Governing Body for sailing in Ireland.
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Irish Surfing Association
The National Governing Body for the sport of surfing in the island of Ireland
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Irish Underwater Council
The National Governing Body for underwater sports in Ireland
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Irish Water Safety
Promoting water safety in Ireland
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Irish Windsurfing Association
The official resource for windsurfing in Ireland
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Mountaineering Council of Ireland
The MCI is the representative body for walkers and climbers in Ireland
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The Canoe Association of Northern Ireland
Promoting the development of the sport of canoeing in Northern Ireland
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The Irish Amateur Rowing Union
The Governing Body for Rowing in Ireland representing over 100 Clubs across Ireland.
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The Irish Canoe Union
The Governing Body of the sport and recreation of canoeing in Ireland

