STEP INTO THE WILD

Experience a different side of Ireland with McKinlay Kidd’s tailor-made holidays

THE RICH COLLECTION of unspoiled, atmospheric landscapes found in Ireland lends itself to an incredible array of wildlife – but you need to know where to go to find it. McKinlay Kidd’s personalised trips are designed to take you off the beaten track and show you some of the country’s best-kept secrets through hand-selected local guides and mesmerising experiences. On the West Cork Wildlife holiday, for example, you’ll get to stay in the coastal village of Baltimore, a popular getaway destination with the Irish themselves, go whale and dolphin watching, visit the stunning island of Cape Clear and embark on a unique seashore safari.

When it comes to attractive natural settings where you can roam free and tick various wildlife off your bucket list, Ireland really spoils for choice. Depending on the season, around Cork you can expect to find minke, fin and humpback whales, common and bottlenose dolphins, harbour porpoises, blue and basking sharks and turtles.

In Northern Ireland, the Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty are some of the best places for catching the country’s eclectic wildlife population in action against a backdrop of spectacular, rugged scenery. Fom April to July, Rathlin Island, Ireland’s northernmost point off the coast of County Antrim, is home to hundreds of puffins.

With so many tempting options on offer, flexibility and expertise are key to designing a holiday that’s just right for you. Named the Association for Travel Specialists ‘Tour Operator of the Year 2016’, McKinlay Kidd specialises in organising self-guided trips to suit individual wants and needs, including car-free, train and fly-drive itineraries. What’s more, McKinlay Kidd never sends visitors anywhere that its team hasn’t already experienced firsthand, and will provide you with personal recommendations and expert advice before you set off so that you can really make the most of your one-of-a-kind trip.

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