About Us
Camino Groups – Our Beginnings
Camino Groups was founded in 2015 and things have certainly changed a lot since then!
We actually received our trading license from the Commission for Aviation Regulation in 2014 – on December 23rd to be exact – and it was as a specialist school tour company that things started. Then (and still now) the only specialist school tour company in Ireland, it soon became clear that what we were offering was striking a chord elsewhere.
You know all the catchy slogans and boasts? Well I have some bad news on that front! Camino Groups wasn’t the first nor is it the biggest Camino provider in Ireland. We don’t have the widest variety of routes, the glossiest brochures or the most advanced website. Sorry about that!
What we do have is something personal. If you book a Camino trip with us, you will have our support in all you do – before and during your trip. We will offer you a more complete service and at a lower price than any other provider. Don’t take that at face value – look and shop around!
It’s why word of mouth and repeat customers (many are now good friends!) are the main two reasons we are winning over customers from those companies with offices in multiple countries. You might see the Camino Groups van somewhere near you soon enough too!
Please have a good look through our website – hopefully we can chat about your Camino trip soon!
Eoin Garvey, Founder – Camino Groups. (the guy in the dodgy blue hoodie in the photo above!)
Our Mission
We don’t have an official Mission Statement!
But if we did, there are 3 things that we would like to see reflected in that:
It’s personal
Walking with guided groups, chatting at the Holiday World Show or Ploughing Championship, answering your phone calls and emails and hearing from you when you get home – these are the most enjoyable moments!
Quality of service
If you’re walking on the Camino, it’s up to us to make sure that you have an experience that’s uniquely yours. Our support to you in that should be at a level that is better than any other Camino provider. We hope that’s true, but we will let you be the judge of that!
Value for money
In the early days researching what other companies were offering and charging, it’s fair to say that we were dismayed at the prices being charged by existing operators! So, even though this sounds a bit clichéd, our simple guarantee is this: On a like for like basis, Camino Groups will give you the best value trip on every one of our routes.
What we can do for you
While Camino Groups was set up originally as a school tour company (and that’s still hugely important to us), the number of other bookings is growing year on year.
Today, we offer guided and self-guided tour options to groups of all shapes and sizes; anything from 8 people upwards. If you’re nervous about taking on the Camino on your own or if you want to book for a group, we can help you.
Charity groups, scouts, walking clubs, schools, parish groups, friends, retirees – we’ve worked with them all!
For a detailed look at why we hope you’d consider booking Camino Groups and the various services we offer, please click here.
Of course, we have looked at what services other operators provide. The great thing about this is that now we can confidently say that the range of services we offer you in your Camino booking is unmatched in Ireland.
Please have a look around the website and if you want to find out a bit more, contact us!
Meet the Team:
Sal brings a dynamic and creative energy to Camino Groups, drawing on a rich background as a professional musician, music teacher, & yoga and creativity facilitator.
With years of experience booking and leading her own tours as a musician across Ireland and Europe, Sal understands the intricacies of planning meaningful group experiences.
Her ability to connect with people and foster a strong sense of community has seamlessly translated into her work in travel, where she now helps others embark on transformative journeys along the Camino and beyond.
Whether coordinating school tours, curating Camino experiences, or leading groups on the Camino or School Tours, Sal approaches each trip with care, enthusiasm, and a deep belief in the power of travel to inspire others.
Passionate about the Camino and its unique magic, Sal is proud to be part of the Camino Groups team, bringing heart, organisation, and a creative spirit to every step of the journey.
Hola one and all, I’m Jane and having joined Camino groups this year, I’ve been incredibly lucky to work alongside Eoin, Niamh, and Sal, truly the kindest and most welcoming team. Though I bring a quieter, more reserved presence, (Eoin will laugh at this ), my passion for helping others is at the heart of everything I do. My background as a nurse has deeply shaped who I am, instilling a strong sense of empathy, care, and commitment that naturally carries into my work in the communal space.
I first experienced the Camino world last year and fell in love with it so much that I immediately signed up for more. This year, I had the privilege of leading my first group, an incredibly meaningful and affirming experience, shared with a beautiful group of people.
I’m excited to continue on this path and grow in this new chapter. Quiet but determined, passionate yet grounded, I’m here to support others and help create spaces that are compassionate, organized, and deeply human.
Outside of the Camino, I’m passionate about walking, travel, music, reading and meaningful connection. I love the way the Camino brings people together through shared stories, steps, and silence. ‘ You can visit the same trail twice but you’ll never take the same hike’
Buen Camino
How are ye all?
I’m Niamh, and I’ve been working with Eoin, and Camino Groups since September 2024. I’ve been working with school tours, and in 2026 my main project will be Luffin’ which I’m super excited about!
Outside of work, you can find me up a mountain somewhere in Mayo, or on a hike by the lovely West Coast! When I’m not injured, I enjoy soccer and Gaelic football, and love the craic we have at training and throughout the season. I love travelling, and experiencing new countries, and cultures – especially the food!
I’ve been on the Camino twice with Camino Groups, before I started working with the company, and hope to go on many more routes in the future!
You can reach out to me about anything Luffin’ related and I can accommodate ye to the best I can!
Mayo for Sam 2026!
