Benwiskin - "The Breaking Wave" guided hike

Sat Nov 29 2025 at 09:30 am to 02:30 pm UTC+00:00

Lukes Bridge | Sligo

High Hopes Hiking
Publisher/HostHigh Hopes Hiking
Benwiskin - "The Breaking Wave" guided hike
Advertisement
Benwiskin known as "The Breaking Wave" due to its unique profile as seen from the townland of Ballintrillick.
It is part of the Dartry mountain range and lies just north of Benbulben and the views from the summit are both stunning and breathtaking.
The hike is highly recommended for views of the Gleniff Horsehoe valley, Truskmore and Tievebaun. To the west the panorama includes Mullaghmore, Classiebawn castle, Streedagh strand and Slieve League,which are rated among the highest maritine cliffs in Europe
The hike will involve steep ascent and will require a good level of fitness.
After the initial climb to the summit where we will stand on top of "the wave", we will proceed along the ridge high up over the Cliffs of Annacoona with its famous cave of Diarmuid and Graine.
NB Please note we will not be entering the cave!!!!!
Meet at Lukes Bridge at 9:30am.
The hike will take approx 4 to 5 hours to complete.
Difficulty level: moderate (similar to our Benbulben hike)
Distance: 12kms
Height Gained: 400m
OSI Map: 16
Cost: €35
Group Size: Please book early to guarantee your place as numbers are limited.
Pre registration is essential for this hike.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------
To book and register for this hike please email us with following details
* Name
* Address
* Contact No
==========================================
Email: [email protected]
or call us at: 086 3454045
or contact us through our web site:
https://www.highhopesmountaintreks.com/contact-us/
Once we receive your booking request you will be sent an email detailing how to register and pay the fee.
=========================================
Equipment required:
Good waterproof boots and waterproof clothing are essential; hiking trousers are advised, (no jeans please); spare warm layer; hat and gloves; lunch and/or snacks; water or juice drink, (1.5 litres); small rucksack to carry it all in. Walking poles are recommended.
For full details please visit us on our web site:
https://www.highhopesmountaintreks.com/benbulben/
NB - Cancellation policy
**************************
Hike that are cancelled with one month of event Full refund
Hikes that are cancelled within 14 days of the event a refund of 50%
Hikes that are cancelled within 7 days no refund available apart from exceptional cases due to illness or family bereavement
Advertisement

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Lukes Bridge, Sligo, Ireland

Tickets
Icon
Concerts, fests, parties, meetups - all the happenings, one place.

Ask AI if this event suits you:

More Events in Sligo

Connect to disconnect!!
Fri, 28 Nov at 07:00 pm Connect to disconnect!!

Retreat House the Lungy Charles Street, F91 RV0D

Christmas party
Fri, 28 Nov at 07:00 pm Christmas party

Bistro Bianconi

Rock Rising - The Supreme Classic Rock Show - The Hawks Well Theatre - Sligo
Fri, 28 Nov at 08:00 pm Rock Rising - The Supreme Classic Rock Show - The Hawks Well Theatre - Sligo

Hawk's Well Theatre, Sligo

Beginner Soap-Making Workshop
Sat, 29 Nov at 10:00 am Beginner Soap-Making Workshop

Coolaney, Sligo, Ireland

Christmas mini shoots \ud83d\udcf8
Sat, 29 Nov at 10:00 am Christmas mini shoots 📸

Bruckless

Santa Paws Christmas
Sat, 29 Nov at 11:00 am Santa Paws Christmas

Main Street, Enniscrone, Inishcrone, Ireland F26 Y3Y9

On Death\u2019s Door, Live At Flynn\u2019s Aclare!
Sat, 29 Nov at 09:30 pm On Death’s Door, Live At Flynn’s Aclare!

Flynns Pub Aclare

Race 2
Sun, 30 Nov at 08:00 am Race 2

Castle Caldwell

Christmas Markets
Sun, 30 Nov at 11:00 am Christmas Markets

Main Street, Enniscrone, Inishcrone, Ireland F26 Y3Y9

Sligo is Happening!

Never miss your favorite happenings again!

Explore Sligo Events