Local Activities for Kids
Local Activities for Kids in the vicinity of Fota Island
Fota Wildlife Park
Fota Wildlife Park and Arboretum Park is one of Europe's most progressive Wildlife Parks with over 90 species of wildlife from five continents. It is set on 70 acres of open countryside, with many of its species wandering freely around the park's natural and attractive environment. Fota Wildlife Park has achieved international success in breeding cheetahs and aims to be a leading contributor to the conservation of wildlife worldwide. It supports conservation initiatives in Namibia, the South Atlantic, Columbia, Madagascar and Central America.
Leahy's Fun Farm
Leahy's Fun Farm is a great fun day out for all the family, with a huge selection of animals to be seen as well as playgrounds, go carting, boat rides, leprechauns cave and more. The farm has a large restaurant/coffee shop and lots of picnic areas. See how people lived in by gone days by taking a wander through the museum sections. A 200 year old house gives great insight into its history. There is a large newly opened adult maze and the children can feed and pet lots of animals, so go along for a nice relaxing day out.
Seasonal Opening Periods: May - September & December
Opening Times:
Monday - Saturday: 11.00 a.m. - 6.00 p.m.
Sunday: 1.00 p.m. - 6.00 p.m.
December weekdays: 5.00 p.m. - 7.30 p.m.
December weekends: 12 noon - 7.30 p.m.
Guided tours available. Wheelchair accessible. Parking Coaches welcome, no time limit. Tickets: €7. Children under 2 years are free. Group rates available: For every 10 children 1 adult free.
Tel: +353 (0)21 4668461 or Email: teresahennessy@eircom.net.
Monkey Maze
Monkey Maze - Europe's largest indoor activity centre for kids situated in Glanmire, Cork. Monkey Maze is a giant 4 level 500 square metre adventure play area, catering for children up to 12 years old. Amazing slides, play areas and "Mini monkey" area for younger kids. Perfect for birthday parties and school tours.
Open daily from 11am to 6pm For more information contatct Monkey Maze on +353 (0)21 4820674.
Kids Horse Riding
Fota Island Resort in association with Bridestown Towers Equestrian Centre (BTEC) are delighted to offer horse riding camps for children over the age of six years. Bridestown Towers offers a variety of different services for those who wish to learn to ride or just improve there riding skills:
Perks Family Entertainment Centre
70,000sq ft of indoor entertainment. Showboat casino, megazone lazer shots, blackbeards play centre, fun rides for all. Birthday parties catered for. Perks has it all, video games, bowling and pool. also check out the delicious McPerkies Fast food restaurant, where you can eat in or take away. For more information conatct Perks at +353 (0)24 92438.
Leisureplex Coliseum Cork
Leisureplex Coliseum Cork Adventure Parks/Centres. At the Coliseum in Cork you will be spoilt for choice. The only problem is which to choose first. Bowling, pool, video games, Qzar. If you're not sure just ask at reception and they will give you some more details. Open 24 hours.
South Coast Tours
Providing pre booked harbour trips in Cork Harbour, and can travel to Kinsale or Ballycotton (weather dependent). The visitor is given information on various harbour sights and points of interest. Also visit the mouth of Cork Harbour in search of dolphins. Depending on group request South Coast Tours can run a fast and exhilarating trip up to 27 knots. Maximum 12 people.
Tel: +353 (0)87 2597855 or E-mail: scml@eircom.net
Carrig Waterski and Wakeboard Centre
Carrigwaterski and Wakeboard Centre is a family friendly facility for both waterskiing and wakeboarding. All levels of ability are catered for with wet suits, life jackets, skis, boards and coaching included in the fee. Membership rates are also available for those wanting to ski for the season.
Telephone: +353 (0)86 8594327 E-mail: info@carrigwaterski.com Web: www.carrigwaterski.com
Kayak Cork Harbour
Kayak Cork Harbour brings kayaking straight to you. All equipment is brought to the location you have chosen for your trip. You can choose from some locations which include changing facilities & showers and for a little more excitement there are some remote and beautiful locations too.
Telephone: +353 (0)86 3469078 Mobile: +353 (0)86 2351590 E-mail: info@kayakcorkharbour.ie
Web: www.kayakcorkharbour.ie
SailCork
Sailcork offer mad fun afloat for apprentice Pirates to do battle in Cork Harbour! Water based activites: sailing, powerboating, canoeing, raft-building and shore day will take in forest trails and team challenges. Learn seamanship skills and the rules of the water. Learn about seabirds in Cobh, types of ships and other vessels on the channel, read a chart of the area and learn local geography. They go home very independent and wired with new skills and cream crackered from the fresh air and activities!
Booking is through our office in Cobh, contact Jo or Rebecca on 00353 21 4811237 or email info@sailcork.com
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