About Us - Pat Falvey Irish & Worldwide Adventures
Explore. Inspire. Transform.
For over 30 years, Pat Falvey Irish & Worldwide Adventures has been Ireland’s leading adventure, wellness, retreat, and personal development company — guiding people from all walks of life to explore their world, challenge their limits, and discover their true potential.
Founded by world-renowned explorer, entrepreneur, and mentor Pat Falvey, our company has grown into a global team of expert guides, coaches, and leaders committed to delivering safe, meaningful, and life-changing experiences at home and across the world.
Our Story
What began as one man’s journey from adversity to achievement has evolved into a company with a simple mission:
to help people become the best version of themselves through adventure, challenge, and mindset.
Pat’s path — from teenage entrepreneur to self-made millionaire, from bankruptcy to the summit of Everest twice, from leading polar expeditions to building a world-class retreat centre in Kerry — shaped a philosophy that remains at the heart of everything we do:
“If you believe, you can achieve.”
Over three decades, we’ve led thousands of people across mountains, deserts, jungles, oceans and ice caps — from first-time trekkers to seasoned adventurers, from corporate teams to high-performance leaders.
What We Do
🌍 Worldwide Adventures
We design and lead unforgettable expeditions across the globe — from the Himalaya to the Andes, from Morocco to Tanzania, from the Camino to the Arctic. Our trips combine expert leadership, cultural immersion, and a strong focus on safety and preparation.
Signature adventures include:
Everest Base Camp
Kilimanjaro
Machu Picchu & Salkantay
Mount Toubkal (Morocco)
Camino de Santiago
The Kerry Way & Carrauntoohil
Polar & high-altitude expeditions
🎤 Corporate Speaking & Leadership Training
Through powerful storytelling and real-world experience, Pat and our corporate team deliver keynote speeches, workshops, and training that empower individuals and organisations to:
Lead through change
Build resilient teams
Manage risk
Develop high-performance behaviours
Strengthen mindset and confidence
We work with companies globally — from startups to multinationals — tailoring content to your culture and goals.
🏔 Expedition Coaching & Mentoring
Our coaching team prepares clients for life-changing journeys. Whether you’re planning your first major trek or aiming for an elite challenge, we support you with:
Mindset & confidence training
Personal fitness planning
Altitude & expedition preparation
Gear advice & logistics
One-to-one or small-group mentoring
This programme is built on decades of expedition leadership and human performance experience.
🌿 Retreats & Wellness Experiences
Based at The Explorer’s Mountain Lodge in Kerry — our home, headquarters, and inspiration — we offer a range of restorative and transformational experiences, including:
Mindful Steps – Peaceful Minds Retreats
H.E.A.R.T. Wellness Weekends
Forever Young Adventures
Forest Bathing, hiking, and nature immersion
Breathwork, mindset, and resilience workshops
Our lodge is a unique blend of expedition history, natural beauty, and peaceful surroundings — a sanctuary for reflection, reset, and renewal.
Our Team
Although inspired by Pat’s lifetime of exploration, our company is built on the strength, experience, and passion of our international team.
Our guides, Sherpas, mountain leaders, mentors, coaches, operations staff, and retreat specialists bring:
Decades of global expedition experience
Deep knowledge of local cultures and landscapes
A shared commitment to safety, care, and excellence
A genuine passion for helping people grow
Every trip, event, or retreat is a team effort — supported by people who love what they do and care deeply about every client who joins us.
Our Philosophy
We believe that adventure is not just about reaching the summit —
it’s about who you become along the way.
Our values guide everything we do:
Safety First — Every journey is carefully planned and professionally led.
Respect for Nature & Culture — We travel with integrity and responsibility.
Growth & Mindset — We help people overcome fear, build confidence, and unlock potential.
Community & Connection — Our adventures bring people together through shared challenge and achievement.
Excellence in Experience — From first enquiry to final celebration, we deliver world-class service.
Join Us on the Journey
Whether you’re planning your next big adventure, looking to develop your leadership, or seeking a transformative retreat, we are here to support and guide you.