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Tomas O'Donoghue

Originally from Kerry, Ireland, Tomas O’Donaghue split his childhood between rugged Killarney National Park and the seaside town of Dingle, where his family would spend the summer in their caravan. His parents gave him a love of the outdoors, which inspired him to travel the world from a young age. He holds a degree in civil engineering and during his 20s, he mixed guiding with engineering. The outdoor life eventually prevailed and he moved from Ireland to the French mountaineering center of Chamonix to pursue his passions in the Alps. Today he lives in the quaint hamlet of Seroz, just 10 minutes from Chamonix. Tomas enjoys most outdoors sports, with the goal now shifting to spending quality time with friends rather than scaling the highest peaks.

Client Testimonials

"Tomas was absolutely fantastic in every way! He took us on alternative hiking trails that allowed us to avoid some of the more crowded trails and added to our appreciation for the area and history. He knew plant anatomy, history, you name it!"

Dana W.

Del Mar, CA

"Tomas was warm, caring, friendly, and kind. Very perceptive of client’s concerns and needs on the trail and off — offering to help with gear, etc. Easy to visit with and extremely knowledgeable about the history of the area. Appreciated his presence on this trip!"

Diane M.

Onalaska, WI

"Tomas was awesome! He led us at a great pace on some tough trails, all the time telling us about the area, his family, and asking about our lives in the states. He is very fun happy and relaxed and full of great info about the area. He is a great leader! I loved having him lead us up the hills."

Judy A.

Carson City, NV

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