Ireland's South West

West Cork is a stunning region known for its rugged landscapes, ancient history, and charming coastal villages.

There are beautiful small coastal towns like Bantry, Skibbereen and Kinsale, known for their traditional Irish charm and colourful streets.

About Our Photo Tours

West Cork offers a peaceful and scenic backdrop for photographers seeking a view of Irish scenery and culture.

You will photograph the magnificent scenery of the Beara Peninsula, the Mizen Head Peninsula and the Sheep’s Head Peninsula.

The impressive scenery will captivate you and provide infinite opportunities to take memorable photos on your tour.

Low stone ruins sit among rough grass under a partly cloudy sky, in black and white.

West Cork Book A Photo Tour

With its rugged cliffs, sandy beaches, and lush countryside, West Cork offers a peaceful, unique and unforgettable experience.

Half Day Photo Tour

Experience the magic of West Cork through your lens on our Half Day Photo Tour.

One Day Photo Tour

Join our One Day Photo Tour to capture the landscapes and charming villages of West Cork.

Two Day Photo Tour

Immerse yourself in the breathtaking scenery on our Two Day Photo Tour of West Cork.

Highlights Tour Locations

West Cork offers a unique and unforgettable experience, combining stunning landscapes, ancient history and a taste of traditional Irish culture.

The Healy Pass

The Healy Pass begins at Adrigole in County Cork and proceeds to Lauragh in County Kerry.

Along the way is 12 km worth of hairpin turns winding through the borderlands between these two counties. The landscape is a photographer’s paradise offering breathtaking panoramic views of the Beara Peninsula and the Caha Mountains.

The scenery is particularly impressive in the spring and summer when the hills are covered in vibrant greenery.

Light rays break through dark clouds over a range of misty mountains in warm golden light.

Adrigole

Adrigole is a small coastal village along the north-western shore of Bantry Bay on the coast of the Beara Peninsula.

Looming over it is Hungry Hill (687m, 2,253 ft) with two rock-girt lakes which feed a fresh water cascade.

Scattered limestone rocks on a grassy hilltop under a cloudy, pale sky.

Eyeries

Eyeries (Na hAoraí) is a colourful village on the Beara Peninsula in County Cork Ireland.

Eyeries boasts wonderful coastal and mountain views, making it an ideal location for dramatic coastal photography.

Eyeries village features colourful houses and charming lanes offering numerous photography opportunities.

Rough waves break over dark rocks along a misty, cliff-lined Atlantic coast in monochrome.

Allihes

Allihies is the last village at the end of the beautiful Beara peninsula in Co Cork.

It sits between an impressive rocky mountain range and the rugged Atlantic coast. Allihies is a truly idyllic spot, nestled between stunning mountains and the rugged Atlantic coast.

The phrase “a view around every corner” perfectly captures the breathtaking scenery that Allihies offers.

Red and blue fishing boats moored at a calm harbour under a partly cloudy evening sky.

Glengarriff Woods

Glengarriff Woods Nature Reserve is a stunning 300-hectare woodland located in the Beara Peninsula, County Cork, Ireland.

It is Nestled in a sheltered glen, the reserve is surrounded by the dramatic Caha Mountains and opens out into Glengarriff Harbour.

This location offers a diverse range of photographic opportunities and scenic locations.

Bare trees and moss-covered rocks in a foggy woodland, in low, cool light.

Gleninchaquin Falls

Gleninchaquin Falls, a stunning cascade located in County Cork, Ireland, plunges 140 meters down a sheer cliff face.

Surrounded by lush greenery and cascading into a series of serene lakes, the falls create a breathtaking natural spectacle that is sure to leave visitors in awe.

The area offers a variety of walking trails, allowing visitors to explore the surrounding beauty and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere.

A rushing woodland stream flows over mossy rocks beneath autumn-coloured foliage and green trees.

Caha Pass

The Caha Pass is the main road connecting Kenmare in Co Kerry and and Glengarriff in Co Cork.

The pass offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains, valleys, and coastal landscapes. The pass has a rich history, dating back to the 19th century when it was built as part of famine relief efforts.

The road features several hand-carved tunnels that add to its character and photographic opportunities.

Rocky moorland with golden grass and low cloud obscuring the mountain peaks beyond.

The Healy Pass

Adrigole

Eyeries

Allihes

Glengarriff Woods

Gleninchaquin Falls

Caha Pass

Photo Gallery

The following are a selection of images taken along our photo tours

 

 

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