With its wild and untamed beauty, Donegal offers UAE travelers a destination that will awaken their sense of adventure and leave them feeling rejuvenated and inspired. With stunning natural beauty, rich cultural heritage and boundless opportunities for exploration; Donegal is destination unlike any other.

A trip to Donegal makes adventure seekers feel a little like journeying to the edge of the world. Situated in Ireland’s remote north west, it features the island’s most northern point at Malin Head and is further isolated by its wild landscape and jagged coastline. Looking carefully, explorers can see plenty of life amidst its mountains, fjords and magnificent lakes.

Donegal is the perfect place to discover what makes Ireland special. Popular seaside resorts such as Bundoran and Buncrana buzz with holidaymakers. Busy fishing ports such as Killybegs and Greencastle echo with the calls of hungry gulls. In the west of the county, visitors will find Ireland’s largest Gaeltacht (Irish-speaking) area where they can immerse themselves in Irish culture and music.

Accomodation
With a delightful range of accommodation options, Lough Eske Castle offers an unparalleled experience to UAE guests. Its contemporary style garden suites, the country charm of their courtyard rooms, along with its luxury spa services will allow them to unwind and relax like royalty. When it comes to dining, the enchanting Donegal offers some of the finest restaurants offering excellent food in exquisite surroundings.

Fantasy Landscapes
There are bountiful rewards for venturing off the beaten track and Donegal offers resounding proof.
Glenveagh National Park the north of the county is not only home to the gorgeous Glenveagh Castle and Gardens, but also offers ample opportunities for hiking, cycling and camping to their heart’s content around the park.

The breathtaking backdrop to all of this is the stunning Derryveagh Mountain range which frames the valley and calls to mind the haunting landscapes of Middle Earth in JRR Tolkien’s Lord of the Rings novels. So wild and pristine that golden eagles have successfully been reintroduced to the skies over Lough Veagh, further enhancing the magical quality of this idyllic place.

A must-do when visiting County Donegal is venturing out to the stunning
Slieve League peninsula. Stretching from Donegal town towards the Gaeltacht villa of Glencolmcille, where the Irish language is predominantly spoken.

The peninsula is one of the many highlights of the
Wild Atlantic Way, where the breathtaking coastal touring route runs from Donegal to Cork, and the road literally runs out at the show-stopping Slieve League cliffs which drop 600 metres into Donegal Bay, making them amongst the tallest in western Europe. Adventurers can see them up close by taking an unforgettable hike, or try the Sliabh Liag Boat Tour, where they can even swim in the Atlantic Ocean at the foot of the cliffs.

 Surfing
For visitors looking to catch some waves, Bundoran was named one of the top 20 surf destinations in the world by National Geographic, and is a place where a passion for pubs, music and surf culture collides. They will be able find a similar ethos at Rossnowlagh, Dunfanaghy and on the Fanad and Inishowen Peninsulas.

 Golfing and Cultural Activities
Surfing is only the start of the outdoor options. Explorers can try salmon fishing, diving in Donegal Bay, rock-climbing on offshore islands, or hiking along bluffs and hills, and In the summer, they can experience Ireland’s legendary Rory Gallagher Tribute Festival in Ballyshannon or enjoy the surfing and music at Sea Sessions, where the hottest acts in music descend on Bundoran for a weekend.