A new video has been published which follows a Donegal man’s quest to find a famous hidden waterfall.
The secret waterfall has been photographed by adventurous photographers of late, but the location is a closely-guarded secret.
Locals and photographers do not publicise directions to the waterfall in order to preserve it as a hidden haven. It is also in a dangerous place along the coastline that requires careful climbing to reach it.
TG4 presenter and Letterkenny native Michael Carey set out to find the magnificent waterfall during the summer. He documented his journey in a vlog which was posted today. (Click on settings for English subtitles)
The video shows Michael travelling around South Donegal searching for the cave that harbors the waterfall. He remains loyal to the local secret and does not disclose the location, but his discovery of the site makes for awesome footage.
Michael firstly attempts to find the waterfall around the Sliabh Liag cliffs, scaling frightening heights on his quest for an entrance or pathway.
Fear creeps in for the presenter as he climbs into uncharted territory. “If I’m never seen again, my Netflix account is all yours Mum,” he says at one point!
Michael gives up on Sliabh Liag and tries another route. This one is a success. He eventually finds the cave after some careful climbing over rocks at low tide.
The hidden waterfall is a breathtaking scene on video. Michael himself is in awe at the natural wonder.
“Oh my God! I can’t actually describe what it is like without being here. It’s stunning,” he says.
He doesn’t get long to admire the spectacle though, as the tide threatens to come into the cave.
The thrilling vlog is also a fantastic promotion of Donegal’s Wild Atlantic Way as Michael showcases the amazing Sliabh Liag cliffs and beaches in the area.
Eas Thír Chonaill is the the second episode of the Michael Amú series on Bloc, where he documents journeys to places less-visited across Ireland.
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