The Galtee Mountains are more than a beautiful landscape - they're home to a community of passionate people whose stories, skills and connection to the land create unforgettable visitor experiences.

Whether it's guiding walkers across the mountains, caring for native honey bees, creating art inspired by the landscape, leading mindful outdoor experiences or helping visitors explore by eBike, each person shares a genuine love for this special place and a desire to welcome others to experience it.

As part of the Ballyhoura Country Community, these local businesses and experience providers offer visitors the opportunity to discover the Galtees through the eyes of the people who know them best. Their knowledge, creativity and warm hospitality make every visit a little more meaningful.

Meet the people behind these unique experiences and discover what makes the Galtees such a special place to explore.

Yoga Walks Ireland

Meet Caroline from Yoga Walks Ireland.

For Caroline, the Galtees are a place to slow down, breathe and reconnect with nature. Through guided walks and yoga, she helps people experience the mountains in a different way—taking time to notice the landscape, enjoy the fresh air and simply be present.

Her passion is creating welcoming experiences where everyone can enjoy the outdoors, regardless of experience.

Galtee Honey Farm

Meet Aoife from Galtee Honey Farm.

For Aoife, beekeeping isn't just a business - it's a family legacy. She followed in the footsteps of her father, Micheál, continuing three generations of beekeeping with a shared passion for protecting Ireland's native honey bee.

Together, they've dedicated years to educating others about bees, conservation and ethical beekeeping. A visit to Galtee Honey Farm is an opportunity to experience that passion firsthand and discover the vital role bees play in our landscape.

Galtee eBike Tours

Meet Bryce from Galtee eBike Tours.

There's nothing Bryce enjoys more than showing people around the place he calls home. His guided eBike tours take visitors beyond the usual routes, sharing local stories, hidden gems and spectacular views along the way.

It's a relaxed and enjoyable way to experience the Galtees with someone who knows every bend in the road.

Maureen O'Brien

Meet Maureen O'Brien, our local mountain guide.

Maureen has spent years exploring the Galtee Mountains and loves nothing more than sharing them with others. As a Mountain Leader, she introduces visitors to the trails, the stories and the quieter moments that make these mountains so special.

Whether it's your first walk or your fiftieth, Maureen believes everyone can find something meaningful in the hills.

Deirdre Dunne Art Gallery

Meet Deirdre Dunne.

For Deirdre, the Galtees are a constant source of inspiration. Working from her gallery at the foot of the mountains, her paintings capture the colours, light and changing seasons of the landscape she knows so well.

Every piece reflects her deep connection to this place and the beauty she sees in it every day.