Name: Burren Nature Sanctuary
Rating: 5.0

Burren Nature Sanctuary

The Burren Nature Sanctuary, Burren Nature Sanctuary, Cloonasee, Kinvara, Co. Galway, H91 PTK7, Ireland

1-90 Years

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Burren Nature Sanctuary is a 50-acre organic farm on the edge of the Burren, featuring 25 acres of rewilding, a 15-acre orchid-rich wildflower meadow, native woodland, a botany collection, and a protected wetland. Visitors can meet and feed animals, explore fairy trails, and discover the Burren’s biodiversity. Experiences include Meet the Mini Pigs (€25, age 3+, 1 hour), Fairy Pig Walk (€199, age 8+, 1 hour), and Burren Botany Walk & Talk (€16, not suitable for children, 1 hour).

Accommodation is at Wild Cabins Kinvara, designed for two people with panoramic windows, kitchenette, bathroom, log burner, and private outdoor space, offering a peaceful retreat and a base to explore the Burren’s unique flora and fauna.

If you are looking for Best Children's Farms in Kinvara , County Galway then you can visit Burren Nature Sanctuary. Burren Nature Sanctuary is one of the places in Kinvara County Galway for day out with kids and families. More details can be found on the website for this place.

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Paid
Host birthday parties: No

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Experiences at Burren Nature Sanctuary
- Meet the Mini Pigs: An exclusive animal interaction in Ireland, the Pig Encounter allows visitors to meet the resident Juliana pigs. Begin with an introductory talk from the animal handler, then get up close to the pigs—pet, brush, take photos, and videos. Afterwards, meet and feed other farm pets and rescued animals in the paddocks. Duration: 1 hour
- Fairy Pig Walk: A whimsical adventure along “The Meadow of the Fairies” guided by Emilia, the Juliana pig. The guided walk includes the Fairy Woodland trail, a visit to the Fairy Wishing Well, and opportunities to meet additional animals such as Frisky the goat and Frank the llama. Duration: 1 hour
- Botany Walk & Talk: Led by an expert guide, this 1-hour walk introduces visitors to the Living Collection of Burren flora, seasonal wildflowers, and orchids in the Burren Botany Bubble and waterfall garden. Self-guided exploration continues with a color-coded nature booklet covering limestone pavement, hazel woodlands, wildflower meadows, and the Disappearing Lake. Audio discovery artworks interpret flora and fauna in five languages. Duration: 1 hour
Wild Cabins Kinvara: Located on a 50-acre diverse natural landscape, the Wild Cabins provide a tranquil retreat just over 2 hours from Dublin and under 1 hour from Shannon Airport, between Galway city and the Cliffs of Moher. Cabins are ideal for two people, featuring Japanese and Scandinavian minimalist design, a panoramic window, kitchenette, bathroom, log burner, and comfortable bed. Private outdoor space allows for peaceful nature immersion.
Discover the Flora & Fauna of the Burren: The Burren is a botanical wonder where Arctic, Alpine, and Mediterranean plants coexist on limestone pavement. The Burren Botany Bubble provides up-close access to native species and education about their adaptations, supporting conservation and biodiversity awareness.
Stay at Wild Cabins Kinvara: Cabins offer a blend of comfort and simplicity for a peaceful getaway or an adventurous base to explore the Burren. Visitors can enjoy bird songs, outdoor relaxation, and connection with nature while remaining close to local attractions and conservation areas.

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Outdoor picnic areas
Dogs are allowed

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Price

Price: Paid

Price Details

Meet the Mini Pigs – From €24.65 | Age 3+ | 1 Hour
Fairy Pig Walk – From €199.27 | Age 8+ | 1 Hour
Botany Talk and Walk – From €15 | All ages | 1 Hour

Pricing URL: https://burrennaturesanctuary.ie/plan-your-visit/

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

Bookable experiences only, Currently not open to the general public

Address: The Burren Nature Sanctuary, Burren Nature Sanctuary, Cloonasee, Kinvara, Co. Galway, H91 PTK7, Ireland

Post Code: H91 PTK7

Council: Kinvara

County: Galway

Burren Nature Sanctuary is situated in the picturesque village of Kinvara, Co. Galway, along the wild Atlantic Way en-route from Dublin or Galway to the Cliffs of Moher.
1km from the village of Kinvara (10-15min walk)
There is a regular bus no 350 from Galway City to Kinvara
From Galway directions turn left in Kinvara at Sextons bar, take the right fork, Burren Nature Sanctuary is 2 minutes/1km on left.
GPS: N53.1292128 W8.93008