Sacred Voyage Southwest
The Celtic soul knows the call to wild free adventure.
Sunday 20th - Friday 25th September 2026
Fáilte, Welcome to our international Gathering and a unique immersion into this truly beautiful corner of Ireland we now call home. Join us to co-create powerful ceremonies at ancient sacred sites, some well known, some hidden, all that nourish and heal. We will sing and dance, laugh and cry to dream in all that we yearn for in our beautiful world together.
With the picturesque village of Allihies as our anchor, we will radiate out each day in a wonderful voyage of our hearts. From the local stone circle aligned with the Autumn Equinox to magnificent standing stones, pristine beaches to clifftop dolmens, a short boat trip to special island energies, the Cailleach will be our guardian and guide with the Ancestors and many more Irish deities waiting to connect with you. A very select assembly of seekers will gather as a warm and memorable community, dedicated to shamanic adventure, giving space for individual mysticism and strength for collective solidarity.
Join us
An Odyssey across land and sea
As co-founders of Slí An Chroí School of Irish Celtic Shamanism, we are honoured to point the way on this odyssey across our native land and sea. There will deasghnátha (rites and ceremonies), immrama (shamanic journeys) and storytelling, music and song, laughter and no doubt, sighs of the soul remembering and coming home. The scale of the outer voyage is one and the same as the inner. If you are called to both voyages, forever intertwined and unforgettable, it is for you we have carefully prepared the way across land and ocean.
A Brief Sense of All that Awaits You...
A journey of discovery is calling to your Celtic soul. The wisdom of the ancestors emanates from the land when we are still and gather in communal reverence. Come with us to meander through the autumnal countryside, to explore this very beautiful, wild and mystical hidden corner of Ireland. Here in this sacred place, let your heart sing…
Sunday, September 20th
Collection from Cork train or bus station or airport to Allihies village, West Cork & our Opening Circle
Monday, September 21st
Beach Ritual, Cliffwalk & Autumn Equinox Ceremony at the aligned Derreenataggart Stone Circle
Tuesday, September 22nd
Freetime. The Cailleach Rites, the Hag of Beara Stone, Eyeries Village + Traditional Music & Dancing Night.
Wednesday, September 23rd
Boat Trip & Island Ritual of Release, Fire Ceremony & Gathering Circle
Thursday, September 24th
Friday, September 25th
Leave Allihies, Closing Circle at Gougane Barra sacred river en route to Cork City train & bus stations/airport
Voyage within
Accommodation & Room Options
Accommodation will be shared in the gorgeous, cosy Lodge in the heart of Allihies village. We have a limited number of single-supplement rooms at Seaview B&B, which is nearby (also in the village).
Pre-requisites
To participate you need to be either a shamanic practitioner or open to shaman ways. In good health, with a level of fitness to walk 5 km, with a seeker’s heart and disposition.
It is also open to those who do have experience through other traditions and teachers, who wish to once again come into a shamanic community and be met by what is unique in the Slí An Chroí approach facilitated from Ireland by two Irish Celtic shamans.
What you need to bring
Walking boots/shoes, travel insurance , all weather clothing (Autumn in Ireland is approx 16 degrees with sunny cloudy weather but we are the Emerald Isle and 'soft' rainy, misty days do happen!).
"We step into a life that is lived with integrity, so that as we are on the inside, so we are on the outside.
Fully Booked - Join the Waitlist
Our Sacred Voyage Southwest is currently fully booked – add your name to the waitlist to be notified if any spaces become available.
Pre-requisites
To participate you need to be either a shamanic practitioner or open to shaman ways. In good health, with a level of fitness to walk 5 km, with a seeker’s heart and disposition.
It is also open to those who do have experience through other traditions and teachers, who wish to once again come into a Shamanic community and be met by what is unique in the Slí An Chroí approach facilitated from Ireland by two Irish Celtic Shamans.
* by submitting your details you will be added to our newsletter where you receive early access to booking on our retreats & events.
"We step into a life that is lived with integrity, so that as we are on the inside, so we are on the outside.
Join the Waitlist
Thank you for your interest in our Sacred Road Trip. We are currently finalising details so please join the newsletter to get early access to the details of this call to adventure.
Pre-requisites
To participate you need to be either a shamanic practitioner or open to shaman ways. In good health, with a level of fitness to walk 5 km, with a seeker’s heart and disposition.
It is also open to those who do have experience through other traditions and teachers, who wish to once again come into a Shamanic community and be met by what is unique in the Slí An Chroí approach facilitated from Ireland by two Irish Celtic Shamans.
* by submitting your details you will be added to our newsletter where you receive early access to booking on our retreats & events.
Testimonials
Sacred Voyage Southwest - 20th to 25th September 2026
Book Your Place
There are a limited number of places on this trip to ensure personal connection and the weaving of our tuatha (tribe in Irish Gaelic).
Accommodation will be shared in the gorgeous, cosy Lodge in the heart of Allihies village. We have a limited number of single-supplement rooms at Seaview B&B, which is nearby (also in the village). Accommodation is in twin, double or 3-bed spacious rooms, most are en suite, which will be allocated on a first come/first served basis.
Once you sign up we will create a WhatsApp group for the incredible tuatha gathering for this mighty spiritual adventure. There, over the months ahead, we will provide preparation tips and invite you to share ‘Talking Stick’ style so we become acquainted before we meet. All menus will be shared and chosen by you so that the wonderful cafes & restaurants are ready to serve us tasty homemade Irish food quickly.
There are several payment options: deposit then balance (payable by 1st August) or sign up fully now – your choice.
Shared Room
twin, double or three-bed
Price per person
€1590.00
Included:
- Collection & return from Cork city to Allihies, Beara
- 5 nights shared accommodation
- All meals including tea/black coffee plus tips
- Boat trip
- Music night
- All ceremonies, rituals and sacred site visits
Not Included:
- Travel to & from Cork city collection point
- Drinks (soft or alcohol or fancy coffees)
Single Room
1 rooms remaining
€1865.00
Included:
- Collection & return from Cork city to Allihies, Beara
- 5 nights shared accommodation
- All meals including tea/black coffee plus tips
- Boat trip
- Music night
- All ceremonies, rituals and sacred site visits
Not Included:
- Travel to & from Cork city collection point
- Drinks (soft or alcohol or fancy coffees)
Your questions answered
Common questions
What are the accommodation options?
Accommodation will be shared in the gorgeous, cosy Lodge in the heart of Allihies village. We have a limited number of single-supplement rooms at Seaview B&B, which is nearby (also in the village).
Accommodation is in twin, double or 3-bed spacious rooms, most are en suite, which will be allocated on a first come/first served basis.
What happens once I sign up?
Once you sign up we will create a WhatsApp group for the incredible tuatha gathering for this mighty spiritual adventure. There, over the months ahead, we will provide preparation tips and invite you to share ‘Talking Stick’ style so we become acquainted before we meet. All menus will be shared and chosen by you so that the wonderful cafes & restaurants are ready to serve us tasty homemade Irish food quickly
What's included and what's not included?
The full price includes: collection & return from Cork city to Allihies, Beara, 5 nights shared accommodation, all meals including tea/black coffee plus tips, the boat trip, music night, all ceremonies, rituals and sacred site visits. Accommodation is in twin, double or 3-bed spacious rooms, most are en suite, which will be allocated on a first come/first served basis.
Not included: travel to & from Cork city collection point, drinks (soft or alcohol or fancy coffees) and travel insurance.
Do I need previous experience?
To participate you need to be either a shamanic practitioner or open to shaman ways. In good health, with a level of fitness to walk 5 km, with a seeker’s heart and disposition.
It is also open to those who do have experience through other traditions and teachers, who wish to once again come into a shamanic community and be met by what is unique in the Slí An Chroí approach facilitated from Ireland by two Irish Celtic shamans.
What is the refund policy?
The deposits are non-refundable, if you withdraw from the trip for any reason unless we can fill your spot. This is to honour the time, dedication, preparation and advanced costs involved in holding and creating this voyage.
Is there anything I should bring?
Walking boots/shoes, travel insurance , all weather clothing (Autumn in Ireland is approx 16 degrees with sunny cloudy weather but we are the Emerald Isle and ‘soft’ rainy, misty days do happen!).
We look forward to offering you Cead Míle Fáílte, a Hundred Thousand Welcomes
John Cantwell & Dr Karen Ward
We are husband and wife, co-founders and directors of Slí An Chroí Shamanism and share a life of ever deepening connection to the natural world.
The ancestral lineage of Shamanism in Ireland, including that of Druidry, is a precious resource for us. Bringing warmth, integrity and gratitude into all of our work is a vital aspect of our vocation.
