Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way – Family Coastal Explorer

Name: Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way – Family Coastal Explorer
Brand: With-a-camper
Price: 50.0 EUR
Availability: InStock

Location: West Coast, Ireland
Theme: Family / Nature / Coast / Culture
Recommended Ages: All ages
Trip Type: Loop

The Wild Atlantic Way is rugged, playful, and magical – the perfect fit for a family road trip. From dramatic cliffs to quiet coves, and from pony fields to music-filled pubs, this route delivers scenery and warmth at every turn. With your camper, you’ll sleep near the surf and sip tea with local views, never far from a beach, ruin, or sheep-filled hill.

Highlights:

See cliffs, castles, and coasts on one unforgettable loop
Enjoy long beach walks and tidepool adventures with the kids
Join evening trad music sessions and hearty Irish meals
Camp in scenic, friendly, well-equipped sites near the sea

Why ‘With-a-Camper’?

🚐 Ireland is built for spontaneous exploration – and campervans let you follow the weather, the views, and the music
🌦️ A camper keeps you dry, warm, and mobile even in changing conditions
🛶 With great campsites and open roads, it’s the ultimate mix of flexibility and joy for families

Featured Trip Highlight

Camp on the shores of Galway Bay, surf in Strandhill, and walk the cliffs of Kerry—all in one trip. The loop structure allows for short hops and rest days, with every stop offering its own kind welcome.

Book this Trip

Rent your camper with Bunk campers, from 800 EUR for 5 nights
Book surf lessons with Strandhill Surf School from 50 EUR

Passion Categories:

Family / Coast / Ireland / Culture / Outdoors

Itinerary details

Day 1 – Cork to Kenmare (~2 hrs)
Pick up your van and head into the hills.

Day 2 – Beara Peninsula
Tiny roads, sea views, and Dursey cable car.

Day 3 – Dingle Peninsula (~2 hrs)
Drive via Inch Beach, stay near Dingle Harbour.

Day 4 – Cliffs of Moher (~3 hrs)
Lunch stop at Lahinch, cliff views, and camper pitch nearby.

Day 5 – The Burren & Galway Bay
Explore the otherworldly Burren landscape.

Day 6 – Connemara Loop (~2 hrs)
Sheep, ponies, stone walls and wildflowers.

Day 7 – Clifden & Sky Road
Visit the Atlantic coast’s quiet side.

Day 8 – Westport & Clew Bay
Culture, music, and Mayo’s friendly vibe.

Day 9 – Wild Beach Stop
Let kids roam a quiet sandy cove or inlet.

Day 10 – Return to Cork (~4.5 hrs)
Take a scenic or direct route back down the country.

Top tips for this trip in a campervan

Be ready for all weather, eat fresh seafood, and let kids explore tide pools along Blue Flag beaches.

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Suggested campsites

Wave Crest, Eagle Point, Strandhill, Clifden Eco, Nagle’s

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Why 'With a camper'?

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As campervan travelers ourselves, we understand both the delights of traveling in a motorhome and well as the smaller details (such as parking) which make it harder.

We use this knowledge to curate and design the very best experiences for you and your campervan.

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Our curated experiences are hand-picked to make your trip special. Whether it is an experience that is iconic to the destination, an inspiring place to take part in a certain activity or a visit to one of the best local restaurants, our goal is to introduce you to the experiences that you will want to write home about.

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We believe that campervan travel is a fantastic way to enjoy your passions.

Whether your interest hiking, cooking, architecture or to enjoy a great party we have a range of great campervan experiences to get you out traveling.

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Our experiences are designed for anyone traveling in a campervan. For travelers without their van we offer various 'campervan included trips' but also the opportunity to book a van from one of our preferred van rental partners.