Sheepdogs on the mountainside
Watch Border Collies sprint across a Connemara hillside herding sheep with astonishing precision, then meet the lambs up close.
Area
Galway, Connemara and the West
Type
Community & Culture
Wildlife & Nature
Grade
Standard
Who
Adults
Teens
Young Kids
Head to a working sheep farm on the Connemara coast and watch the Border Collies do what they were born to do. At a whistle from the farmer, dogs sprint across the mountainside, circling, directing, and moving the flock with a precision that's mesmerizing to watch. The bond between farmer and dog is obvious, built over years and generations. Meet the lambs up close afterwards, the kind of content that fills your camera roll before you even think about it. Simple, powerful, and completely unlike anything you'll see at home.
Tours Featuring This Experience
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View TourHighlights of Ireland
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View TourLittle Adventurers in Ireland
Discover Ireland as a family, from Dublin’s historic streets and Killarney’s wild landscapes to the timeless charm of Ashford Castle. Enjoy private guiding, authentic local experiences and carefully curated adventures that bring Ireland’s culture, traditions and scenery to life.
Recommended Hotels Nearby
A selection of luxury hotel options in the area, handpicked and recommended by our travel specialists.
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View AccommodationDromoland Castle Hotel & Country Estate
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View AccommodationBallynahinch Castle
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View AccommodationThe Grace Wesport Estate
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Glenlo Abbey Hotel and Estate
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View AccommodationThe Hawthorn by Galway Bay
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View AccommodationAdare Manor
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View AccommodationAshford Castle
Ashford Castle is a jewel in the crown of historic Irish hotels. With elements dating from the 13th century and an idyllic lakeside location, Ashford Castle is truly spectacular and its location in the west of Ireland means Connemara is on your doorstep.
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View AccommodationSolsboroug House
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View AccommodationGregans Castle Hotel
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