The Donegal Camino returns by popular demand, this time to raise much needed funds for Cancer Care West.
The marathon walk will run from the 4th to the 10th of September.
It aims to exceed the €26,000 raised in 2021 for Cancer Care West Support Centre based in Letterkenny.
It will also showcase the contrasting and stunning walking and hiking landscape from Inishowen in the north east to the splendour of the Slieve League Cliffs in south west and selected Gaeltacht regions.
This unique hike will cater for 70 walkers in 2022.
Participants can choose to participate in all seven days, or select their favourite days on which to walk and hike.
Packages of 1, 3 or 7 days from €30per person per day are available on www.donegalcamino.ie.
Donegal Camino 2021. Image: @DDMcGlone
From moderate to challenging walks, the Donegal Camino has something for all levels of fitness and the traditional Camino ethos is at the heart of the week for all walkers.
“If you want to remember a loved one who’s suffered cancer, or simply walk to reconnect with yourself or take time out from your busy life, the Donegal Camino will give this to you,” a spokesperson for the organisers said.
“There’s also the fun factor for walkers who wish to celebrate the beauty of Donegal and its people, you will meet new friends and enjoy honest to goodness Donegal walking, good food and hospitality.
“Above all, you will raise much needed funds for Cancer Care West in Donegal which will support cancer victims and their families.”
Donegal Person of the year, hotelier and TV personality, Noel Cunningham, alongside the dynamic duo of Donegal Business women, Peggy Stringer and Deirdre Mc Glone have once again devised a magical seven-day hike.
They’ve also included a mystery island visit on the 2022 Donegal Camino, details of which will be revealed in time.
Donegal Camino 2021. Image: @DDMcGlone
Fully guided by John Mc Groary and his company Walking Ireland, participants are assured of excellent support, the ultimate in safety which will be delivered in a practical, fun and entertaining way.
The route will feature many surprises and appearances from Donegal’s most famous faces, ensuring all walkers have the best craic and create memories of a lifetime.
Each day’s walking will wrap with the best of Donegal food, entertainment and hospitality and all participants must book accommodation and restaurants directly as per the website, www.donegalcamino.ie
“The inaugural Donegal Camino was a huge success,” says Noel Cunningham, Donegal Person of the Year.
“Our aim is to grow the Donegal Camino to the number 1 hike in Ireland but the most important point for us is that we raise funds for Cancer Care West in Donegal.
“This year, we want to exceed the 2021 donation of €26,000 and we urge all walkers to make this their priority. We’ve plenty of ideas to help them with fundraising.”
To book your Donegal Camino, log onto www.donegalcamino.ie daily walking rates are €30, 3 days are €75 and 7 days are €150.
You can also follow all news on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram using @DonegalCamino
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