Tour & Directions

The Colony Tour is a two hour walking tour  around the historic ruins of the Achill Mission in Dugort, Achill Island, County Mayo. The tour is  around a mile in distance and the terrain gentle to moderate. Good footwear is advisable as the ground is rough in a couple of places. The weather in  Achill is always changeable so rain gear or an umbrella is also advisable.

The Colony Tour with Guide Kevin Toolis in waistcoat outside St Thomas' church in Dugort in Achill island Credit photo to Sean Molloy
The Colony Tour with Guide Kevin Toolis in waistcoat outside St Thomas’ church in Dugort in Achill island – Photo by Sean Molloy

The tour costs €20 per person. Children under 12 are free and welcome but the Tour is not generally suitable for children under seven. Dogs are welcome too. We are not intimidated by rain.

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The tour begins at the Dugort Beach car park directly outside the Strand Hotel. Parking is usually available. The Eircode is  F28 NY97. The location is marked on this Google map:

If you are booked on the tour and are lost on the day then phone 0860713973 for help with directions.