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IRELAND 4 PEAK Challenge®

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Ireland 4 Peaks Challenge®

Slieve Donard – 850m
Lugnaquilla – 925m
Carrauntoohil – 1038m
Mweelrea – 814m

Total Ascent : 3627m
Total Distance : 60km

Overview

Welcome to the Official Ireland 4 Peak Challenge® involves climbing the highest mountain in each of Ireland’s four provinces — a thrilling endurance adventure often completed in a single continuous push. The mountains are Carrauntoohil in Munster, Mweelrea in Connacht, Lugnaquilla in Leinster, and Slieve Donard in Ulster. The challenge is growing in popularity as a test of stamina, teamwork, and mental grit — and is often used to raise funds for charity.

Key aspects of the challenge
Mountains
Carrauntoohil (Munster): Ireland’s highest peak – 1,038m (3,406 ft)
Mweelrea (Connacht): Western Ireland’s highest peak – 814m (2,671 ft)
Lugnaquilla (Leinster): Highest peak in the east – 925m (3,035 ft)
Slieve Donard (Ulster): Northern Ireland’s highest peak – 850m (2,789 ft)

Timeframe
The challenge is typically attempted and completed within 44 hours, including travel time between peaks.

Logistics
Participants travel by our Platinum private Coach, supported by our experienced logistics team. All routes are planned for efficiency and safety, with rest and refuelling coordinated between peaks.

Fitness
A strong level of fitness and mountain experience is essential. The challenge involves long hikes, steep climbs, and continuous movement — often with little sleep. Mental toughness is just as important as physical strength.

Preparation
Training beforehand is crucial, we provide a 12 week training plan. Participants should be ready for changeable Irish weather, and come equipped with waterproof clothing, sturdy hiking boots, headlamps, and nutrition to fuel the journey.

Charitable causes
The Ireland 4 Peak Challenge is increasingly undertaken for charitable causes, with many participants raising funds for local and national organisations through their efforts.

Leave No Trace
As a responsible guiding company, we operate by Leave No Trace principles.
We treat nature as our home, ensuring every footprint is respectful and every route sustainable.

Elite Guiding team
Every challenge is led by the Jason Black Mountaineering elite guiding team, international expedition leaders, Everest & K2 summiteers, and global ambassadors for the pure approach to human-powered exploration. You’re in the safest and most experienced hands.

Ready to Rise?
Rise with the mountain, take on Ireland’s wildest endurance adventure and push beyond your limits. Book your place today and become part of something extraordinary.


National 4 Peaks (Private Booking)

Location

Duration

36 Hours

Route

Direct

Grade

Max Altitude

m

Daily Activity

Price

€

Deposit €99 on booking
Balance six weeks from date.

Date: 02 May 2026
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Ireland 4 Peaks Challenge®

Assemble 7.30 am sharp at Slieve Donard Carpark Co Down
Event overview – Q&A.
Gear check.
Event safety briefing.

08.00am hike starts on Slieve Donard
Round trip time allocated is 4hrs
Require appropriate hiking gear, food & liquids for hike duration.
Return to the bus and load your gear into the rear trunk of the bus
Direct drive to Lugnaquilla 3hrs (199 km)

Start climb on Lugnaquilla – 5hr round trip
Return to the bus immediate departure.
Please have your prepared food with you as we will not be stopping.
Direct drive to Carrauntoohil carpark Kerry – 5hrs

Start night hike on Carrauntoohil Co Kerry – 6hr round trip
Require warm hiking clothes food, liquids and head torch.
Return to the bus immediate departure.
Please have your prepared food with you as we will not be stopping.
Direct drive to Mweelrea Co Mayo – 5hrs.

Start climb on Mweelrea Co Mayo – 4h.30m round trip
Require warm hiking clothes food, liquids and head torch.
Return to the bus immediate departure.
Please have your prepared food with you as we will not be stopping.
Direct drive to Slieve Donard Carpark 5hr (360 km)

Bus arrives back to Slieve Donard carpark Monday 12.00am
(We will have quick road side toilet stops but we will not be stopping for food or water along the way so please have all you require prepared in advance)

Adventure + Expertise + Purpose

Practical Info

Frequently asked questions

The following frequently asked questions may help answer any queries you have about Jason Black Mountaineering, what this expedition involves, and what is required. If your question isn’t answered here please check our dedicated Expert Advice page, otherwise don’t hesitate to get in touch.

  • Personal Gear clothing etc
  • Food
  • Snacks
  • Liquids
The Code of Practice sets out guidelines to ensure that the potential negative effects of the Ireland 4 Peak Challenge are minimised.

Specific Ireland 4 Peaks ChallengeTM Guidelines
  • Capped number of hikers per event.
  • We will Avoid the peak holiday times e.g. bank holidays, and summer solstice to minimise overcrowding on the mountains and the respective valleys’ infrastructure.
  • Be aware toilet provisions are very limited so plan accordingly.
  • Implemented strictly are the 7 leave no trace principles. Information will be provided to participants on the environmental and land management sensitivities of the areas they will be visiting. We will give participants guidance on how to mitigate their impact as much as possible.
  • Individual mountain and site-specific codes of conduct should be followed.
  • We will always minimise disturbance and adverse impact on locals and seasonal farmers, giving consideration to the timing of the event for the least disturbance.
  • In camp settlement areas, arrival and departure will be agreed upon in advance.
  • Strict access and parking locations will be identified, avoiding congestion and the blocking of narrow roads.
  • In accordance with Irish Mountaineering guidelines, no dogs are allowed.
  • Group ground transport provided by an independently contracted Northern Ireland–based coach operator
Check the equipment tab for more information about the Mandatory Kit List.
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Mandatory

  • Walking boots (with ankle support, not trail shoes or trainers)
  • Head Torch (as backup)
  • Waterproof jacket and trousers
  • Hiking socks (wearing a single pair recommended, rather than using a liner sock)
  • Backpack (approx. 20 litre size)
  • Water container (bottle or Camelpak-style, 1-2 litres)
  • Food & hill snacks (pasta, cereal bars, dried fruit, nuts)
  • Gloves
  • Hat (covering ears)

Recommended, optional

  • Sunglasses & suncream
  • Walking poles
  • Light shoes / sandals
  • Thermal underwear
  • Backpack rain cover
  • Recommended clothing
  • Walking trousers (lightweight hiking trousers, not jeans or tracksuit trousers)
  • Sports top (not cotton)
  • Warm outer layer
  • Changes of clothes
  • Personal First Aid kit 
  • Foot care kit
  • Blister care packs
  • Antiseptic cream
  • A tick hook
  • Duct tape
  • Triangular bandage
  • A wound dressing
  • A crepe bandage
  • A roll of general purpose medical tape
  • A selection of plasters and/or Compeed-style blister plasters
  • Scissors or a knife
  • A few pairs of rubber or plastic gloves
On Booking your National 4 Peaks challenge our cancelation policy can be viewed here

Why Jason Black Mountaineering?

World Leading Mountaineer

At the helm of Jason Black Mountaineering is Jason Black himself, a renowned global Mountaineer and International Expedition Leader.

With a remarkable list of achievements, including summiting Mt Everest and the formidable K2, Jason holds multiple world records in high-altitude mountaineering. His feats, such as being the fastest to summit Kilimanjaro twice and completing the Aconcagua traverse in record time, establish him as one of the world’s leading high-altitude mountaineers.

As a high altitude specialist, Jason’s passion for testing his physical and mental capabilities remains undiminished. His accolades include being awarded Ireland’s National Outdoor Athlete of the Year for his historic summit of K2.

The Future of Adventure

We are proud to Inspire and empower individuals and organisations. Showing globally how our adventures are leaving a positive life changing humanitarian impact. We supporting local communities and contribute positively to the balance of global inequalities.

Putting purpose before profit, empowering local communities, employing locals, supporting local businesses and leaving a lasting positive humanitarian impact on all our expeditions is at the core of our mountaineering values. Join us on a transformative expedition, where purpose, passion, and the thrill of the great outdoors converge.

Commitment to Safety and Environment

Jason Black’s commitment to safety standards, extensive high altitude mountain knowledge, and adventure travel sets him apart from the rest.

The small group approach adopted by Jason Black Mountaineering offers significant advantages, including a better guide-to-client ratio, reduced environmental impact, and a stronger team dynamic.

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