Horseback Riding in Bled: Lipizzaner Horses & Lake Views

Ride Lipizzaner horses across the hills and forests around Bled, not on a trail you walk.

Horseback riding in Bled takes you on Lipizzaner horses through the countryside around the lake, Pokljuka plateau and Radovna Valley with an experienced guide and return transfer from town. The ride lasts three hours and includes equipment, safety instruction in the arena before you set out, and a guide who adjusts the route based on your skill level: beginners ride gentler paths while experienced riders can tackle longer terrain.

The experience

You start at the Mamut office near Bled's main bus station, where you meet your guide and get driven to the farm. There you're fitted with all the riding equipment and given safety basics and instruction on handling the horse. The guide watches how you move in the enclosed arena to gauge your comfort, then picks the trail that matches your level. Beginners typically ride the shorter ascents to lower hills like Senožeta, where the views of lake Bled open up across the valley. More experienced riders can take on longer routes through the woods and deeper into Triglav National Park's eastern reaches.

The Lipizzaner horses are trained for mixed abilities, so even first-time riders can handle them. The guide leads you through charming forest paths and across the Pokljuka plateau, moving at a pace that suits the group. Once the ride ends, the guide drives you back to the office in Bled.

What’s included

• Experienced English-speaking guide.
• Lipizzaner horse and all riding equipment.
• safety instruction and arena time before the trail.
• return transfer from Bled town to the farm and back.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 10:00

Book up to1d before

AgesAdult (19 and older) · Child (5 to 18 years) · Under 5: can't be booked

GroupUp to 5

Live guideEnglish

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.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Mamut Slovenia

Is this one for you?The guide speaks English, so non-Slovenian speakers follow the instruction and route explanation without difficulty. If you've never ridden before, the two-hour option with arena time and a gentle route works better than jumping into the longer six-hour ride.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 18 years). Children under 5 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Can I do this if I've never ridden a horse before?

Yes. Beginners get instruction in the arena first, and the guide picks a route with gentle ascents and forest paths suited to new riders. The two-hour option is recommended for first-timers.

What happens if I'm nervous around horses?

The guide assesses how you feel in the enclosed arena before heading out on the trails, so they can match you with a suitable horse and route. The Lipizzaner horses are well-trained and calm.

How long does the whole experience take?

Three hours total, which includes the safety briefing and arena time, the ride itself, and the return transfer to Bled.

What's included in the price?

The guide, all riding equipment, the horse, and return transfer from the Mamut office near Bled's main bus station are included. Food and drinks are not.