Killarney National Park Horseback Ride: Enjoy a Guided 3-Hour Scenic Trail in Co Kerry
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Killarney
Experience the beauty of Killarney National Park on a guided 3-hour horseback ride. Explore stunning landscapes, lakes, and mountains while enjoying the unique ecosystem. All levels of experience welcome!
Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Killarney Riding Stables - The most wonderful way to see the magnificent Killarney National Park is on horseback. Available all year round. Min 1 max 15 pax. All groups are guided, and all levels of experience catered for.All participants must be able to mount a horse with relative ease and not have any medical conditions which may be adversely affected with the riding of a horse. There is a maximum weight limit of 20 stone/280lbs/127kgs. Riders will be asked for their weight, height and riding experience levels: i.e: beginner, intermediate (10 years plus regular riding) or experienced (15 years plus regular riding).
What's Included
  • Horse rental for riding adventure
  • Professional guide included
  • Riding helmet provided
  • Riding boots available
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
Additional Information

Embark on the equestrian pathway through the Knockreer Estate, situated to the north of Lough Lein, and immerse yourself in the captivating aura of Killarney National Park. The equestrian facility is operational throughout the year, beginning the 3-hour ride daily from 8 am, offering a variety of horse riding experiences such as hacking, trekking, and trail riding within the expanse of Killarney National Park for three hours. Riders should plan to arrive at the facility a minimum of 30 minutes before the scheduled start time to prepare.

In the year 1981, the park achieved the status of a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and is now a designated Special Area of Conservation. The equestrian trail will guide riders past Lough Lein, the largest among the three lakes within Killarney, and through breathtaking landscapes of exceptional natural beauty. Be prepared to witness mesmerizing vistas of towering mountain ranges, undulating hills, and the park’s unique ecological diversity filled with myriad species of flora and fauna. Guided group tours are available to accommodate all riding skill levels.

For riders who do not have their gear, the facility offers the provision of riding hats and boots.

  • *Please arrive at least 30 MINUTES before the start time to prepare for the ride. The ride will leave promptly and not wait for late comers. No refund for late comers.
  • Please note children need to be 8 years and older to take a ride. Children under 8 years will not be allowed to ride
  • To best match each rider with the most suitable horse available, riders will be asked for their weight, height and riding experience levels: i.e: beginner, intermediate (10 years plus regular riding) or experienced (15 years plus regular riding).
  • There is a maximum weight limit of 20 stone/280lbs/127kgs.
  • All participants must be able to mount a horse with relative ease and not have any medical conditions which may be adversely affected with the riding of a horse.
Location
V93 FN32
The Riding Stables are located just 1.5 miles (2km) west of Killarney Town on the ‘Ring of Kerry’ / Dingle Road’ towards Killorglin (the next town). Situated on the right hand side of the road, with a large stone entrance to a Red Brick Stable Building clearly sign posted ‘Riding Stables’.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Whitleygh
Oct 27, 2023
Perfectly tailored for all experience levels! - I had such a great time on this ride. I showed horses competitively for the majority of my life, so I always brace myself for group rides being painfully boring for me, but they (brilliantly) split advanced riders off into a separate group, so I had an experience that was my speed (no pun intended). And the views were of course beautiful, as they are in all of Ireland :) One thing to note: plan how you’ll get there ahead of time. Killarney’s city center is very small and walkable but the stable is of course a couple miles outside town, so it was my first time attempting to find a ride and I had underestimated just how limited the transportation options are in Killarney (none of the taxi or ride-share apps that operate in Ireland had ANY available drivers and there were no taxis near my hotel—I was fortunate enough that the stable employs awesome people who were willing to move my horseback ride to a later time when I wasn’t able to make it for my originally scheduled time).
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Leslie_c
Aug 26, 2023
Lovely way to start your day! - Our guides were three lovely young girls! Very knowledgeable and so thoughtful in their help. It is a beautiful experience and one that will always be a fond memory. I suggest an early morning ride to enjoy the park as it awakens.
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Nadine_g
Sep 19, 2021
Brilliant ride - Clean and beautiful stable, great team, perfect horses. Felt very save, was a great and lovely experience. Would book again. 3h might be a bit long, 2h or 1h also available.
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Loretta_j
Jul 31, 2021
Good/Bad - I loved the park and riding through it on horse back was awesome. But when you pay for 3 hours and you get 2 that's not right. I didn't realize the time till I got back to my hotel. Still waiting to see if I will be refunded.
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