Two people stand on a wooden walkway overlooking a green forest area with more people walking in the distance. A tall circular structure is visible among the trees.

Transition Year Trips

Adventure, teamwork and practical life skills outdoors

Transition Year

An outdoor activity day for TY students, focused on adventure, teamwork and new skills. It’s a strong fit for the TY aims of personal development, independent learning and work-related skills.

Team Work

Give your Transition Year students a day out that combines adventure, teamwork and practical life skills in the spectacular surroundings of Avondale Forest Park.

Take on the 1.4km Treetop Walk and climb the 38m Viewing Tower before choosing from Bushcraft Survival Skills & Team Building activities or a challenging Orienteering experience, designed to build confidence, communication, problem-solving and leadership skills.

A group of people stand on a wooden bridge surrounded by green trees, looking at informational signs and enjoying the natural scenery.

Connect

Students test their abilities, spend time outdoors with classmates and, weather permitting, take on Ireland’s longest slide. With reserved coach parking and a dedicated orientation space, it’s an easy-to-organise TY trip that students will remember

A group of people walk along a wooden pedestrian bridge elevated among tall green trees, with one person in red standing out among others dressed in blue.

Easy For Teachers

Ignite your students’ curiosity with an unforgettable, eco-friendly outdoor adventure!

Featuring 360-degree panoramic views, a giant slide, and interactive marble runs, we make school trips effortless with flexible short-notice booking, attractive group discounts, and full wheelchair accessibility.

Flexible and simple planning and booking options at short notice
Attractive group discounts
Suitable packages, e.g. guided tours, for each target group
A low barrier excursion destination: suitable for wheelchairs and walking aids
A unique outdoor experience
Sufficient coach parking spaces
Unique perspectives and 360-degree panorama
Additional attraction: Giant slide and Marble Run
Sustainability and sensitive treatment of nature
Merchandise shop with souvenir and gift articles

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Transition Year Trip FAQs

What activities are included?

The 1.4km Treetop Walk and 38m tower, plus Survival Skills and team building or orienteering for a full activity day.

How much does a TY trip cost?

From €15.00 per student. One teacher per Five students go free. Please contact Gavin.Fallon@eak-treetopwalks.com for more information about prices and packages.

How long is a TY activity day?

Most groups stay 3–4 hours, with an add on package and including lunch.

Does the trip support TY learning aims?

Yes. It builds leadership, communication, problem-solving and teamwork, and students can use it in their TY portfolio.

Can the day count towards Gaisce?

Yes.

Is it accessible for all students?

Yes. Step-free and suitable for wheelchairs and walking aids.

What should students wear?

Comfortable outdoor clothes, sturdy shoes and a rain jacket

Is there coach parking?

Yes, reserved coach parking on site. And Coach parking is free.

Can we book at short notice?

Yes, subject to availability.

Aerial view of a tall, spiral wooden walkway structure rising above dense green forest, surrounded by trees under warm, golden sunlight.

Customer Reviews

What Visitors Say About TreeTop Walk

    
 
 
         
   Alan B 
 
 
 
 Verified Great Experience.
My wife and I came here in mid August and thoroughly enjoyed it. Beautiful views and in educational signs throughout added to the experience. Definitely suitable for all ages. A tour of Avondale House was also available but we didn't bother with it so can't comment. My one criticism is that we wouldn't have found the place without our SatNav. We did not see a single sign on the roads to direct us. Otherwise a great trip.
  
 
        
   Errin L 
 
 
 
 Verified Why I recommend the Avondale treewalk
I would do recommend it for family fun. If you like exploring and learning about history well this'll be the place. You can also learn different names of birds and get amazing pictures too. They also have a gift shop and the staff there are really sweet. They have an amazing café with a slushy machine and it's our friendly.
  
 
        
   Claire 
 
 
 
 Verified Family day out
Great family experience for all the family, beautiful views and friendly staff would highly recommend, worth
  
 
        
   TrailBlazer799440 
 
 
 
 Verified Great visit
Beautiful setting, staff really helpful and our wee boy loved the big slide!
  
 
        
   Darth C 
 
 
 
 Verified Great views and experience
Awesome views, great experience!
  
 
        
   Patrick K 
 
 
 
 Verified Fantastic treetop veiw
My bike exerience was great. The treetop walk was peaceful and enjoyable with the amazing views of the Avondale forest walk
  
 
        
   Linda K 
 
 
 
 Verified Tree top walk
Tree top walk was good and lovely stalf
  
 
        
   Jannis C 
 
 
 
 Verified Treetop Walk with Stunning Views
Great experience at Avondale Forest Park—the Treetop Walk offers stunning views, a peaceful atmosphere, and a fun climb to the top tower. Well worth a visit!
  
 
        
   Escape557398 
 
 
 
 Verified Fun, informative experience!
Really fun experience. The park has been thoughtfully reimagined, and is informative without being boring. I loved the tree walk and looking out over the treetops to the beautiful views.
  
 
        
   Megan T 
 
 
 
 Verified Amazing
I thought the whole place was lovely, very clean and tidy.

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Our Partners

The Treetop Walk at Avondale is part of a family of treetop walks and adventure attractions, built with EAK Treetop Walks, the European treetop walk specialists, alongside partners including Carlingford Adventure Centre in Co. Louth.