Celebrating the 25th Anniversary of The Phoenix Projects working in Latin America.
Thursday 20th to Sunday 23rd May 2027
This challenge involves a day warm-up hike before taking on the highest mountain in Ireland, Carrauntoohil, at 3,414 feet (1,038m). We aim to do a lot in a couple of days with one aim in mind – to celebrate Phoenix’s 25th Anniversary! We will be based in Killarney.
The challenge is flexible so if you can only arrive on the Friday night for the Carrauntoohil hike and celebration on Saturday that is fine. It also gives participants a chance to spend more time exploring Ireland before and after.
Unlike previous challenges the costs for this challenge will be covered by you on the ground, rather than paying a lump sum beforehand so you can choose when you arrive and where you stay from the different accommodation options in Killarney (hotels, B&B, Airbnb, camping). We recommend you book accommodation well ahead of time.
You will need to cover your own transport to and from Killarney at the beginning and the end of the challenge, accommodation, meals & drinks. There are trains and busses from Cork and Dublin as well as car rental.
We will cover the costs of the two hikes and also the first round each evening!
Thursday
Meet in Killarney in southwest Ireland and a group welcome dinner.
Costs to consider: accommodation in Killarney and dinner.
Friday
A 10 mile/14km day hike around Lough Leane and Muckross Lake taking in Torc waterfall before heading back to Killarney for a group dinner.
We will cover the costs of the hike.
Costs to consider: accommodation in Killarney, breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Saturday
Early start as we take on Ireland’s highest mountain Carrauntoohil at 3,414 feet/1,038m via the The Devil’s Ladder route and another 8 miles/12km (6-8 hrs) under our belts before heading back to Killarney for a celebration group dinner.
We will cover the costs of the guide, transport and hike.
Costs to consider: accommodation in Killarney, breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Sunday
Transport back home or continue exploring…
Whilst it is a celebration it is also a fundraiser for Phoenix so we do ask you to fund raise for the projects (no minimum, just what you can) and we will supply you with your own fundraising page to send to family, friends and work colleagues to drum up interest.
The rough budget for the three days is around €450/£390/$525 per person for shared accommodation (two to a room) and €600/£515/$700 for a single room though this will be confirmed nearer the time.
In May, the temperatures range from 9 to 15 degrees Celsius (48 to 60 degrees Fahrenheit). While it can be a pleasant time to hike with longer daylight hours, Irish weather can be unpredictable, and it’s important to be prepared for rain and cool temperatures.
We will plant trees to help cover your carbon footprint for the challenge, including inbound and outbound flights.
If you are interested in joining us or need more information please do email us on info@thephoenixprojects.org
Last edited: 24/08/26
