Heartlands Ecotours

Heartlands Ecotours is a walking tour operator based near Tulla in East County Clare, offering guided experiences across the surrounding countryside and the Lough Derg area. The emphasis is on nature-based, historical and mindfulness walks led at a gentle pace, with a focus on keeping the ecological impact of each outing to a minimum. Walks can be tailored to suit different interests and abilities.

The range of tours reflects the character of this part of Clare. Nature walks introduce the plants and wildlife of the East Clare uplands and woodlands, while heritage walks explore the region’s history, including sites connected to Brian Boru, along with old churches, workhouses, graveyards and the mass rocks scattered across the landscape. An artists’ trail offers the chance to meet local craftspeople and experience the creative community of the area at first hand, and mindfulness walks are also a speciality.

The flexible approach means outings can be arranged around what visitors most want to see and do, whether that is upland scenery, ancient sites or a quieter walk in the woodlands of East Clare.