Incomparable Ireland Challenge: Reeks District Big Five

Forget what you know about other 1,000m-mountains, scaling Ireland’s highest peak, Carrauntoohill, one of the Reeks District Big Five, is tougher than you think.

There are a number of routes to choose from – all will have you scrambling hand over foot at times on your way to the summit.

Talk to local expert guides to select the best approach for you and your party based on your abilities, fitness and the amount of time you have in the region. A list of these can be found at reeksdistrict.com/bigfive.

At the very least, climbers should expect to be on the mountains for around six hours. Suitable clothing and footwear are essential, as is a packed lunch. Throw in a sense of adventure and you’re all set. Days on the mountains don’t get much better.

To bag your climb as part of the Big Five, take a picture at the summit and add it to the Highlight.

Forget fighting for a wave with hundreds of other people, beautiful Blue Flag Inch Beach is as rugged and remote as Irish surfing spots come.

As one of the Reeks District Big Five, all you have to do is travel on one of those waves, preferably standing, to complete this task.

Chat to local partner providers about board hire and support. A list of these can be found at reeksdistrict.com/bigfive.

To bag your surf as part of the Big Five, just take a picture getting in out and add them to this Highlight.

Coomasaharn Lake is a beautiful remote lake near Glenbeigh village is on the edge of the Kerry International Dark Sky Reserve, one of only three Gold Tier reserves on the planet and the only one in the Northern Hemisphere.

One of the Reeks District Big Five, SUP in Ireland doesn't get any wilder than this.

Chat to local partner providers about boards, support and a warm cup of cocoa when you get out. A list of these can be found at reeksdistrict.com/bigfive.

To bag your SUP as part of the Big Five, just take a picture getting in out and add them to this Highlight.