Wicklow Mountains: Horse Trekking & River Valley Ride
You mount up at a family farm in the Wicklow Mountains and ride out toward the Kings River Valley
You get a pre-ride lesson if needed, then spend hours on horseback moving through the Wicklow Mountains and down the Kings River Valley. Safety gear is provided at the farm. The ride suits moderate to confident riders; it's not for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnancy, or cardiovascular limitations. Book direct with the farm to confirm your preferred duration and departure time.
1h 20m
Step-by-step itinerary
Horse riding in Wicklow Mountains
- Receive short riding lesson
- Ride horses over Wicklow Mountains
- Ride along Kings River Valley
The Experience
The farm sits fifteen minutes south of Glendalough, tucked into the Golden Falls lake valley where the Wicklow Mountains rise around you. You arrive, meet the horses, and if you haven't ridden before, there's a short lesson at the yard before you head out — nothing fancy, just enough to get your balance and understand the basic commands. The hats and boots are there waiting, so you don't need to bring your own.
Then you're out on the trails. The ride takes you over the mountains and down into the Kings River Valley, moving at a pace that suits the group. It's not a gallop or a race — it's the kind of riding where you notice the slope of the land, the way the light changes between the ridges, the sound of the river below. A family runs the place, so there's no script, no staged photo stops. You're just riding through their part of the mountains.
The whole thing works if you're reasonably fit and comfortable in a saddle for a few hours. It's not suitable if you have spinal problems, are pregnant, or have cardiovascular issues that would make sustained riding risky — the farm is clear about that, and it matters. But if you're looking for a horse trekking experience in Wicklow without driving all over the region to find it, this is the real thing: a working farm, local knowledge, and trails that go somewhere instead of circles.
What’s included
- Horse, guide, safety hat, boots, and a pre-ride lesson if you're a beginner.
- You ride out over the Wicklow Mountains and along the Kings River Valley at a pace suited to the group.
- The farm is family-run and located 15 minutes from Glendalough in the Golden Falls lake valley.
Operated by Hollywood horse and pony trekking
Is this one for you?Book this if you ride at a moderate level and want a few hours on mountain trails without arranging transport or equipment — the farm provides everything and sits close enough to Glendalough that you can make it part of a larger Wicklow day. It's not suitable if you have spinal issues, are pregnant, or have cardiovascular limitations that would make sustained riding unsafe.
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Top questions
Do I need riding experience to book this?
No. The farm gives a short lesson before you ride if you're a beginner. You should be comfortable on a horse for several hours and have moderate fitness.
What's included in the price?
The horse, the guide, hats, and boots. Bring water and wear layers — weather in the mountains changes fast.
How long is the ride?
The farm offers half-day and full-day options. Confirm the exact duration when you book.
Is this suitable for children?
Children can ride if they have basic riding ability and are comfortable on a horse. Check with the farm about minimum age and experience.
How far is it from Glendalough?
About 15 minutes by car. The farm is in the Golden Falls lake valley in the heart of the Wicklow Mountains.
What if I've never ridden before?
The farm gives beginners a short lesson at the yard to cover basics before the ride starts.
Are there any health restrictions?
Yes. The ride is not recommended for people with spinal injuries, pregnant travelers, or those with poor cardiovascular health.
Do I need to bring my own helmet and boots?
No. Hats and boots are provided at the farm.
Wicklow Mountains: Horse Trekking & River Valley Ride
1h 20m · EN · NL
from € 75 per person
★★★★★★★★★★4.96158 reviews
