On this guided hike in Derrybawn, Co. Wicklow, you will learn how to get our safely on the trails and hear stories about the wonderful animals and plants that live in Ireland.
This hike is designed for beginners who want to get into hiking, those wishing to be more independent in Ireland's hills and mountains, or anyone curious about nature and landscape in Ireland's upland and lowland trails.
We will cover: planning a hike, appropriate gear, and safety on the hills, as well as the upland nature and environmental considerations when hiking.
Guided by Anthea (Nature Tales & Trails), geologist, writer and mountain leader, and Kamila (Nature to Go), botanist, forest bathing guide and lowland leader, this is a hike for anyone wishing to be more independent in the hills, and to learn about Ireland's nature and landscape along the way.
No hiking experience necessary.
What to Expect:
🌳 Learn hiking skills, including safety, planning, gear, weather, and Leave No Trace.
⛰️ Hear landscape stories about how the Wicklow hills formed over millions of years.
🌿 Learn about widlflowers, trees, and upland landscapes and habitats.
👣 Slow exploration with plenty of time to notice and connect with nature.
Details:
Date: 3 October
Time: 10am
Duration: around 3 or 4 hours depending on the group's pace
Difficulty: Easy to moderate
Cost: €30 per person
Spaces limited. Book early to avoid disappointment.
Please familiarise yourself with our Terms of Service before booking: https://naturetalesandtrails.ie/terms-of-service
Details of the start location and about what to bring will be emailed to you before the event (watch out for an email from naturetalesandtrails@gmail.com the week before the hike)
What people are saying about our events:
“A truly wonderful experience. I joined the Nature Tales and Trials biodiversity walk today and it was absolutely brilliant. Anthea and Kamila were both exceptional guides. knowledgeable, engaging, and clearly passionate about the natural world. Highly recommend it 😊” Ananya S. Biodiversity Hike Google Review (2026)
“Lovely hike with engaging and knowledgeable guides in a beautiful setting- great vibes all around! Highly recommend :)” - Biodiversity Hike Google Review, Valerie G. (2026)
“I have been on 2-3 hikes that Anthea has lead, and each time she was friendly, warm and welcoming. Her knowledge of fossils, birdsongs and moss is inspiring and if you are looking to go on a hike where you'll be met with encouragement as you venture through trails, along with curiosity to learn about what it is you're seeing and hearing in the Irish landscapes - then I cannot recommend Anthea enough!” Andrea - Google Review
“What a lovely morning exploring our native trees. Kamila really knows her stuff and was a pleasure.” Carol, Google Review
On this guided hike in Derrybawn, Co. Wicklow, you will learn how to get our safely on the trails and hear stories about the wonderful animals and plants that live in Ireland.
This hike is designed for beginners who want to get into hiking, those wishing to be more independent in Ireland's hills and mountains, or anyone curious about nature and landscape in Ireland's upland and lowland trails.
We will cover: planning a hike, appropriate gear, and safety on the hills, as well as the upland nature and environmental considerations when hiking.
Guided by Anthea (Nature Tales & Trails), geologist, writer and mountain leader, and Kamila (Nature to Go), botanist, forest bathing guide and lowland leader, this is a hike for anyone wishing to be more independent in the hills, and to learn about Ireland's nature and landscape along the way.
No hiking experience necessary.
What to Expect:
🌳 Learn hiking skills, including safety, planning, gear, weather, and Leave No Trace.
⛰️ Hear landscape stories about how the Wicklow hills formed over millions of years.
🌿 Learn about widlflowers, trees, and upland landscapes and habitats.
👣 Slow exploration with plenty of time to notice and connect with nature.
Details:
Date: 3 October
Time: 10am
Duration: around 3 or 4 hours depending on the group's pace
Difficulty: Easy to moderate
Cost: €30 per person
Spaces limited. Book early to avoid disappointment.
Please familiarise yourself with our Terms of Service before booking: https://naturetalesandtrails.ie/terms-of-service
Details of the start location and about what to bring will be emailed to you before the event (watch out for an email from naturetalesandtrails@gmail.com the week before the hike)
What people are saying about our events:
“A truly wonderful experience. I joined the Nature Tales and Trials biodiversity walk today and it was absolutely brilliant. Anthea and Kamila were both exceptional guides. knowledgeable, engaging, and clearly passionate about the natural world. Highly recommend it 😊” Ananya S. Biodiversity Hike Google Review (2026)
“Lovely hike with engaging and knowledgeable guides in a beautiful setting- great vibes all around! Highly recommend :)” - Biodiversity Hike Google Review, Valerie G. (2026)
“I have been on 2-3 hikes that Anthea has lead, and each time she was friendly, warm and welcoming. Her knowledge of fossils, birdsongs and moss is inspiring and if you are looking to go on a hike where you'll be met with encouragement as you venture through trails, along with curiosity to learn about what it is you're seeing and hearing in the Irish landscapes - then I cannot recommend Anthea enough!” Andrea - Google Review
“What a lovely morning exploring our native trees. Kamila really knows her stuff and was a pleasure.” Carol, Google Review
Image 1 of 10
Image 2 of 10
Image 3 of 10
Image 4 of 10
Image 5 of 10
Image 6 of 10
Image 7 of 10
Image 8 of 10
Image 9 of 10
Image 10 of 10