Horseback riding near Smolyan: Cascades waterfalls

Two hours in the saddle through mountain trails to waterfalls

Horseback riding near Smolyan takes you along the Canyon of Waterfalls eco path to the Cascades waterfalls, a 2-hour private ride through the Rhodope mountains with a local guide, trained horse and full equipment. The route adjusts to your skill level, whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced rider. Photos are included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Horseback riding to Cascades Waterfall

• Ride along Canyon of Waterfalls eco path
• Enjoy views of Rhodope mountains
• See Smolyan town from mountain tops
• Explore Pamporovo area on horseback

The experience

The ride starts in Smolyan and follows trails through the Rhodope mountains to reach the Cascades waterfalls. Your guide adjusts the pace and terrain based on your riding experience: beginners get a gentler introduction to the saddle, while intermediate and expert riders tackle more technical ground. A trained horse and full riding equipment are provided, so you show up ready to ride.

The Canyon of Waterfalls eco path is the route itself, winding through an area the operator describes as off-the-beaten-track. The whole outing takes 2 hours. Your guide is a local who speaks English or Russian and knows which sections of trail suit your level. You'll get photos of yourself riding, taken during the trip.

What’s included

• Quality trained horse.
• full riding equipment.
• local guide for 2 hours.
• photos taken during the ride.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (10 to 90 years) · Under 10: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Russian

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effort

Operated by VisitBulgariaOn Bespoke Experiences

Is this one for you?You ride the whole way yourself on a trained horse. This is not a guided tour where you watch from a vehicle. The route adjusts to your level, so complete beginners and experienced riders both get a 2-hour ride that matches their skills. If you've never ridden before, the guide keeps you on terrain and at a pace that builds confidence instead of overwhelming it.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Russian.

What's the Cascades waterfalls area like on horseback?

The Cascades waterfalls sit along the Canyon of Waterfalls eco path in the Rhodope mountains near Smolyan. The trail itself is the main attraction. It's designed as an eco path and shows the best of the mountain region, with views from the higher sections across the Rhodope landscape.

Do I need riding experience to book this?

No. The ride is suitable for complete beginners, intermediate and expert riders. Your guide adjusts the route and pace to match your skill, so the same 2-hour outing works whether you've never been in a saddle or you ride regularly.

What's included in the price?

A trained horse, full riding equipment, a local guide for the 2 hours, and photos taken during the ride are all included. You don't need to bring or arrange anything except yourself.