Killarney National Park Horseback Ride. Co Kerry. Guided. 1 hour.
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Killarney, Ireland
- 1 hour (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Skip a tour by foot, and saddle up for a horseback ride through Killarney National Park, that’s suitable for all abilities. You’ll be at one with nature, as you ride past scenic Lough Lein, along trails that lend themselves to rugged mountain views. Led by a guide, the ride is limited to just 16 people for a small-group experience where assistance is always close by.
- Book a horseback experience that’s suitable for different riding abilities
- Save space when you pack, and use hats and boots provided by the stables
- Explore the wild terrain of Killarney National Park with ease on a horse
- Meet like-minded horse lovers in a small group that’s capped at 16 riders
What's Included
- Horse, guide, riding helmet and boots.
- Food and drinks.
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Ballydowny, Killarney, Co. Kerry, V93 FN32, Ireland
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’.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- 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
- Please provide the children's ages, this will assist us with horse selection.
- 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.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
We loved our experience horseback riding! We arrived ~ 30 minutes early and sat in the stables enjoying the peace and quiet. We got checked in quickly and without hassle and the guides got some information from us and then selected horses for us. The guided tour was wonderful with several guides checking on our group along the way to make sure everyone was doing well. This ride may be frustrating for avid riders - many of the horses are all whoa and it's a job to make them keep up. For novice riders, it was great. Even our advanced riders enjoyed it despite the lagging horses due to the beautiful area we rode through including a herd of deer! Can't recommend this enough.
Reviews
4.8
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The young ladies working with the horses and working with us as riders were so patient and knowledgeable, along with the riding stable being organized, and the horses well kept.
Faith was an amazing tour guide and a very proficient horse rider. She also gave us a wonderful dinner recommendation for Killarney. She made sure we felt very comfortable on our horses and also took photos of us to remember our ride! Could not recommend more. FAITH STANS. Brona and Honor are wonderful horses and we loved Pascal.
Myself and my sister went on a 1 hour guided horseback ride with no horse riding experience. Staff were excellent, answered any questions you had before and during the ride, paired you to a horse appropriate with your riding level, and were willing to take pictures of you during the ride (the pictures turned out great). The horses were also very well behaved and well trained - shout out Ray and Martina! Views were stunning and great experience but still very glad we went with the 1 hour option because we were still quite sore afterwards.
Very friendly staff, well cared for horses. Nice relaxing ride through some beautiful country fields with great views. Staff were engaging and made the experience enjoyable.
Highly recommend, the tour guides were awesome and the views of the national park were beautiful on horseback!
Fantastic! 2 of our group of 4 had never ridden. The people running the stables were awesome, they made sure everyone was comfortable and on the appropriate horses. The horses were fantastic as well. Very experienced and the views of kilarney national park are fantastic. HIGHLY recommend!!
An incredible way to see Ireland and Killarney National Park. Our guides, Marie, Lilly, and others were so kind and knowledgeable!
Friendly staff and horses for all skill levels. Lovely ride and stunning scenery. Easy to find, and they have a car park on site.
This was a wonderful experience for my family! A beautiful setting and really fun activity, and I can’t say enough good things about our guides. They went the extra mile to make sure we were comfortable and happy on our horses.
Incredible trek that gives the most scenic and beautiful views of Killarney- the lakes, highest points of Ireland, golf courses and open fields. Absolutely stunning! Ask for Sarah, a magnificent guide.
Great ride. Beautiful scenery and the team were excellent. Highly recommend this while you are in Killarney even if you are not an experienced rider.
Guide leaders were great and avid riders. When horses would go out of line they were quick to get them back in line with kind gentle commands. My horse was Martina and she was the BEST! Everyone was so accommodating from the time we arrived the girl riders were so sweet and smart! A definite tour/excursion to do while in Killarney! I would recommend tipping the riders and they were so appreciative and thankful!
Booked the horse riding experience for my family as a surprise for my daughter’s 9th birthday. We were a few minutes late, battling construction road work, but the staff were very gracious and patient with us. My daughter was over joyed she was able to ride her own horse! The views were incredible and my horse, Dylan, was a giant gentleman. We will be back again.
This was an awesome experience. The views were incredible and the staff and horses were amazing. This is a must do activity.
Horsebackriding in the Killarney National Park, our guides, horses and scenery were all excellent!!!
Wonderful, scenic trek. Very beginner friendly if you have little experience with horses. I rode on Diamond and she was sweet and sassy. The guides were extremely friendly and made the trek fun!
Horseback riding through Killarney National Park was an unforgettable experience. The scenery—mountains, lakes, and forests—was absolutely breathtaking, and the guides made everything easy and enjoyable. We even came across a group of lounging Red Deer! A perfect way to take in Ireland’s natural beauty. Highly recommended!
The Killarney National Park Horseback riding staff were very friendly and helpful. They provide helmets and boots for the ride. Careful consideration is given for the best horse for your horseback riding experience level. Our horses were well trained and comfortable for our morning, one hour ride through the breathtaking Killarney National Park. We rode past herds of deer which were quite unfazed by us. We mostly walked the horses but had a few opportunities to trot. We loved this activity and highly recommend it!
Get comfortable and watch that sunset definitely not to be missed . Pinky the dog is one special lady
The scenery was beautiful and we were able to see deer and wildlife up close. It was wonderful and the guides were very knowledgeable.
I had a fantastic outdoor ride with friendly guidance. I even got the chance to gallop for a bit, even though it was a walking group. The scenery is incredibly beautiful; we even came across a herd of deer. It was a truly wonderful experience.
Beautiful trail ride through National Park with lots of deer. Horses were well behaved. We even got to trot twice! Don’t miss this activity when in Killarney.
Advise people to book directly through the owner,The fees that were added were robbery.When I arrived at the stable the fee for riding was 70.00$ I was charged 110 per person.I could understand a transaction fee this was robbery
Guise are front back and sides to help and for safety. Only wished they talked a bit less so that we could enjoy park and herd of deer we passed.
Our family enjoyed our ride very much. The staff, horses, and scenery were all wonderful! We would recommend!
We loved our experience horseback riding! We arrived ~ 30 minutes early and sat in the stables enjoying the peace and quiet. We got checked in quickly and without hassle and the guides got some information from us and then selected horses for us. The guided tour was wonderful with several guides checking on our group along the way to make sure everyone was doing well. This ride may be frustrating for avid riders - many of the horses are all whoa and it's a job to make them keep up. For novice riders, it was great. Even our advanced riders enjoyed it despite the lagging horses due to the beautiful area we rode through including a herd of deer! Can't recommend this enough.
My favorite experience in Ireland! Gorgeous scenery, friendly guides, and beautiful horces. We were beginners and had no trouble with the ride. Must do!
Response from Host, May 2025
Thanks for the great review Shelby! So glad you enjoyed this wonderful horse riding experience in Killarney National Park. The 1 hour ride is perfect for beginners.
Wonderful! Wish we had longer but the horses and staff we great. Seeing just a bit of the national forest was nice. They red tail deer we cool.
Matched us well with some wonderful horses! I went with my partner and we ended up being the only people in our tour group. The route was beautiful and our guide was very informational! Perfect way to get a glimpse of the national park!
The riding school was professional and also made you feel very welcome, the horses are well looked after and behave amazing. By far one of the best things you can ever do.
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