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Pat Falvey and team.
First person to complete the Seven Summits twice and Mt Everest from North and South routes.
Life isn’t a rehearsal, it’s a performance.
If you have a goal or a dream, just go for it.
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PAT FALVEY
EXPLORER | SPEAKER | MENTOR | COACH
Pat Falvey
Pat Falvey, from Cork city, is the first person in the world to complete the Seven Summits twice — summiting Mount Everest from both its north (Tibetan) and south (Nepalese) routes across four expeditions. He has led over 220 expeditions on every continent, guided more than 2,000 people to the summit of Kilimanjaro, led the first Irish expedition to the South Pole, stood at the North Pole, crossed the Greenland Ice Cap, and completed the South Georgia traverse in the footsteps of Ernest Shackleton and Tom Crean.
Beyond Extreme Expeditions
Pat has explored and lived with over 30 tribes and cultures worldwide. His experience spans the full range of mountain environments — from the 1,039m summit of Carrauntoohil in Kerry to the 8,849m summit of Everest. Since founding Pat Falvey Irish & Worldwide Adventures in 1995, the company has become Ireland’s longest-running adventure travel operation, running guided expeditions from Kilimanjaro and Everest Base Camp to Machu Picchu, Aconcagua, and Mount Toubkal. The company is headquartered at The Mountain Lodge in Beaufort, Killarney, County Kerry.
Mentorship, Speaking, and Business
Before turning to adventure, Pat built and lost a property business during the 1980s Irish recession — becoming a millionaire by 19, then losing everything, then rebuilding from scratch. That story of resilience and reinvention is the foundation of his corporate keynote speaking and mentoring work. He has spoken for Google, TEDx, EY, Dell, Pfizer, Johnson & Johnson, and Centra, delivering talks on leadership, team performance, managing risk, and building mental toughness. His books include the best-seller You Have The Power.
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SPEAKER & MENTOR
Corporate keynote speaking, leadership training, and one-to-one mentoring. Pat has spoken for Google, TEDx, EY, Dell, Pfizer, and Johnson & Johnson on resilience, team performance, and leading through change.
Forever Young Club
A community for active over-50s who want to keep exploring. Guided Carrauntoohil hikes, Kilimanjaro expeditions, Camino walking holidays, wellness retreats at The Mountain Lodge, and regular social events.
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Guided Adventures from Ireland — Where Do You Want to Go?
Pat Falvey Irish & Worldwide Adventures runs guided expeditions from Ireland to mountains and trails across every continent. Every trip departs from Dublin with Pat’s team handling flights, transfers, accommodation, guides, porters, and permits. Here are our most popular adventures:
Carrauntoohil
Ireland’s Highest Mountain
Guided hikes to the summit of Carrauntoohil (1,039m) in the MacGillycuddy’s Reeks, County Kerry. Group treks every weekend from March to October at €75 per person. Private guided treks from €450 any day of the week. Pat’s team has guided over 20,000 people to the summit since 1991
Mount Kilimanjaro
Roof of Africa (5,895m)
Climb Africa’s highest peak through five climate zones from rainforest to arctic summit. Pat has summited Kilimanjaro over 65 times and guided more than 2,000 people to the top — more than any other Irish operator. Group departures from Dublin year-round. Land cost from €4250.
Everest Base Camp Trek
Nepal Himalaya
Trek through the Khumbu Valley to Everest Base Camp (5,364m) and Kala Patthar (5,545m) for the best close-up view of Everest. 18 days from Dublin. Pat has completed four Everest expeditions and summited twice. Land cost €3,900.
Inca Trail & Machu Picchu
Salkantay Route, Peru
Trek to Machu Picchu via the 4,650m Salkantay Pass — Peru’s best alternative to the classic Inca Trail. Cloud forest, coffee farms, and a section of original Inca trail before arriving at the Lost City of the Incas. 10 days from Dublin. Land cost €3,550.
Safari & Zanzibar
Tanzania
Game drives through Lake Manyara, the Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire National Park, plus three days on the beaches of Zanzibar. 9 days, easy grade, ideal as a standalone trip or a post-Kilimanjaro extension. Land cost from €1,750.
Aconcagua
Roof of the Americas (6,961m)
Summit the highest peak outside Asia on this demanding high-altitude expedition in the Argentine Andes. A serious mountaineering challenge requiring strong fitness and altitude experience. Pat has led expeditions on all seven continents, including South America’s highest point.
Annapurna Sanctuary Trek
Nepal Himalaya
Trek deep into the Annapurna massif to the glacial amphitheatre of the Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m), surrounded by peaks over 7,000m. One of Nepal’s most dramatic and rewarding treks, with teahouse accommodation throughout. 14 days from Dublin.
Island Peak & Everest Base Camp
Nepal
Combine the full Everest Base Camp trek with a guided summit of Island Peak (6,189m) — a genuine Himalayan peak requiring crampons and rope work, but achievable for fit trekkers with the right preparation. Pat’s team handles all permits and technical equipment.
Safari & Zanzibar
Tanzania
Game drives through Lake Manyara, the Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire National Park, plus three days on the beaches of Zanzibar. 9 days, easy grade, ideal as a standalone trip or a post-Kilimanjaro extension. Land cost from €1,750.
Corporate Speaking & Leadership Training
Pat Falvey is one of Ireland’s most experienced motivational speakers, delivering keynotes and leadership training for companies across Ireland and worldwide. His talks draw on 30+ years of leading teams in extreme environments — from Everest to the South Pole — and are built around practical lessons in resilience, decision-making under pressure, team performance, and managing risk.
Clients include Google, TEDx, EY, Dell, Pfizer, Johnson & Johnson, and Centra. Pat delivers keynotes, half-day workshops, and full corporate training programmes. Talks can be delivered in person at your venue, at The Mountain Lodge in Kerry, or online.
Signature keynote topics: Beyond Endurance (leading through change), The Mind Climb (mental toughness and focus), Together to the Summit (teamwork and accountability), The Success Zone (peak performance and goal setting).
The Mountain Lodge — Beaufort, Killarney, Kerry
The Mountain Lodge is Pat Falvey’s headquarters and retreat centre in Beaufort, County Kerry — 15 minutes from Killarney and at the foot of the MacGillycuddy’s Reeks. It is the meeting point for all Carrauntoohil guided hikes and the base for corporate training days, wellness retreats, and Forever Young Club events.
The lodge blends expedition history with Kerry’s natural surroundings — a place built for reflection, planning, and preparation. Accommodation is available for retreat guests and expedition clients.
