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Visit Ireland are pleased to offer
you a
selection of horse riding holidays based
in Kerry in south-west Ireland. Discover
Ireland’s highest mountain range,
the MacGillycuddy Reeks while riding
on quiet country lanes and mountain paths.
Smell the wild Atlantic ocean while riding
on award winning blue flag beaches of
Rossbeigh and Derrynane. Choose from
the following breaks.
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The
Derrynane Break is a three night equestrian package based in Kerry, suitable
for all levels of experience with 4 hours horse riding over 2 days.
The
Glenbeigh Break is a three night equestrian break based in Kerry for experienced
riders with 12 hours of horse riding over 2 days.
Equestrian Trail Ride is a 6 night trail ride with
5 full days riding for experienced riders.
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Make your dream of horse riding along a beautiful
golden
beach
come
true
on
the Derrynane Equestrian break. Derrynane beach is one of the most beautiful
in Ireland.
Enjoy an afternoon's horse riding in wonderful open countryside or along the
coast. Discover the welcoming village of Caherdaniel with its teahouses and pubs.
Relax over a drink in the evenings and perhaps partake in some traditional Irish
entertainment.
Any time of the year.
: €280 per person sharing.
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• 3 nights accommodation in an Irish Tourist Board Guesthouse based on
two people
sharing with ensuite facilities.
• 3 full Irish Breakfasts
• 2 days horse riding (2 hours per day) accompanied by a qualified instructor.
• Riding Hats supplied
• Suggested walks or cycle routes of the area.
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€350 per person sharing.
€27 per night
• 3 nights accommodation in an Irish Tourist Board Guesthouse based
on twin sharing with ensuite facilities.
• 3 Full Irish Breakfasts
• 2 Packed Lunches
• 6 hours horse riding per day for 2 days accompanied by
a qualified
instructor.
Dates: Available all year
Your base for the three nights is the picturesque seaside village of Glenbeigh,
on the Ring of Kerry in Kerry Ocean
Lodge,
a luxurious 20 bedroom guesthouse.
The horse riding trails have been designed to make the most of the splendid local
beach of Rossbeigh and the inland mountain paths and scenery. All rides start
at 10.00 am and finish around 4.00pm. Below is a sample itinerary of
some of the possible rides offered.
The ride starts out through Glenbeigh
village and on to the locally known high road, passing Wynn's Castle. From there
you will travel through Seefinn mountain over the Windy Gap. As you leave the
views of the Atlantic Ocean behind, the breathtaking lakes of Glencar set the
perfect scene for you to enjoy. A rural Ireland setting will be on view for the
rest of the day. The evening trip back in to Glenbeigh has wonderful views over
the ring of Kerry as the Caragh River
meets the Atlantic.
The ride starts at Rossbeigh beach, which
is 6 miles long surrounded by over two hundred and fifty acres of sand dunes.
Riding on Rossbeigh beach is an experience riders of all levels will never forget.
The Dingle mountains to the North and the Iveragh mountains to the south enclose
this heavenly beach. After lunch, a trip back along the coast road and over the
Rossbeigh hills, will
relax you after your day's adventure.
Today's ride takes in all the valley of
Glenbeigh. You first head for the locally known Ballinakilla Townland before
you get to see the splendour of Coomasharn Lake, a sight never to be forgotten.
After lunch you ride across the bogs and onto the townland off Letter and as
you head for home, Rossbeigh beach
comes into view in all its glory.
A ride through the farm and across the
mouth off the Behy river takes us onto Killnabrack Strand. The McGillycuddy
Reeks stand out in the surrounding
countryside, as does Dooks golf course stretching out into Castlemaine harbour,
both wonderful views. A quiet ride through the local townlands takes you
back to Rossbeigh Beach where we continue to ride on this seemingly everlasting
beach.
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€1,150
per person sharing.
€189
per week
:
• 6 nights accommodation in Irish Tourist Board Guesthouses based on two
people
sharing with ensuite facilities.
• 6 full Irish breakfasts
• 5 packed lunches
• Transfer within the trail ride of Riders and luggage, your tack and horse.
• Horse Rides as per above itinerary
• Experienced equestrian guide throughout
May to October
The trail starts at Killarney Riding Stables on Saturdays. The day begins with
a short transfer of riders, horses and luggage to the base of Seefinn Mountain,
where the ride starts. When horses and riders have been introduced, the ride
heads off, and up over the Windy Gap, viewing the splendour of Caragh Lake and
the valleys beyond. The ride then continues on to Coomasaharn Lake enclosed by
Horseshoe Mountain, followed by a scenic ride over an Irish Bog, finishing for
the day at our stables in Mountain Stage.
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The overnight stop for Sunday and Monday nights is in the quaint village of Glenbeigh.
(Glenbeigh comes from Gleann Beithe, the Glen of the Birch Trees). Surrounded
almost entirely by mountains, Glenbeigh offers a famous friendliness and humour
which is nowhere better found than in this tranquil and charming region of Kerry.
The beauty of the area is breath-taking, with the River Behy and Rossbeigh Strand
close by. History is evident throughout the locality and such a destination as
Winns Folly Castle is well worth a visit. After breakfast on the second day the
riders return to the stables of the previous evening and begin Monday's ride.
The day is spent on Rossbeigh beach, galloping along stretches of golden sand
and exploring magnificent sand dunes, returning from the beach via the Cliff
road.
On Tuesday, while the luggage is transferred to Waterville, a morning ride takes
horse and rider from Kells Station through the bogs of Cnoc Bawn and on to Liss
Bawn, taking in some spectacular views of Caherciveen and its surrounds. Lunch
is served alongside a nearby forestry. After lunch we continue on through Island
Boy and the Inny Valley.
The overnight stop for Tuesday and Wednesday nights is spent in the coastal village
of Waterville. Waterville, the little whirlpool, nestles on a narrow strip of
land between Lough Currane and the Atlantic Ocean, in the very centre of south-west
Kerry. Situated as it is between the seashore and the impressive mountains and
headlands, the area has many interesting routes to offer and many fine beaches.
The first Celtic invaders are reputed to have landed in Ballinskelligs Bay, coming
ashore near Waterville. These beginnings of the Gaelic Nation are echoed by the
Archaeological remains such as those on Church Island, at Derrynane Abbey or
Skellig Michael, giving the area a wealth of history.Wednesday brings an adventurous
morning spent in Tulligane Woods, riding through the Inny Valley and lunching
by the Inny River in an old School House. Afterwards enjoy a scenic ride into
Waterville via the old Glencar/Waterville road, along the shores of the famous
fishing lake - Lough Currane.
The final accommodation transfer is made on Thursday. The day begins with a brisk
ride to Waterville beach, spending the morning enjoying some exciting gallops.
The panorama of Hoggs Head and Ballinskelligs Bay conjures up the afternoon ride
in Waterville. Afterwards, both horses and riders are transferred back to Killarney.
The final day's riding follows routes through some of the 19,400 acres of woodland,
mountains and lakes of Killarney's National Park. Ride along the shores of Lough
Lein, with extraordinary views of the 16th century Ross Castle and Ross Island.
Lunch is served back at the stables and the afternoon is left free for shopping
and extra sight-seeing.
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