Killarney National Park Horseback Ride. Co Kerry. Guided. 3 hours.

From€235

3 hours

Killarney, Ireland

Full description

Follow the riding trail into the Knockreer Estate north of Lough Lein, taking in the essence of Killarney National Park. The stables are open all year for the 3 hour ride from 8am daily, offering hacking, trekking and trail riding into the Killarney National Park for three hours. Riders are asked to at the stables at least 30 minutes before start time. The park was designated a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in 1981, and forms part of a Special Area of Conservation. Your trail will take you past Lough Lein, the largest of the three lakes in Killarney and across areas of stunning natural beauty. Expect amazing views of soaring mountains, and rolling hills with the unique ecosystem including numerous species of fauna and flora. All groups are guided, and all levels of experience catered for. For clients who come un-equipped, we can provide riding hats and boots.

Included / Excluded

Horse, guide, riding helmet and riding boots.

Food and drinks

Meeting point

Start Location

Unknown location

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Good to know

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.

Traveler reviews

4.5

11 reviews

A lot of Walking & No Giddy-up

I am a very experienced rider and was matched with another solo rider who is currently a competitive barrel racer in the states as was I back in the day. Anyway, we both were totally under the impression by the description that cantering/loping would be involved. For a three hour ride, we trotted twice. So yes, both me and my riding buddy were disappointed in the experience. The trail around and through the park was nice and the guide, while not Irish, has some interesting facts. However, I wish it had been more authentic with a little more giddy-up!

5kellygatorsAug 6, 2026TRIPADVISOR

3 Hour Ride in the Rain

Even though we had a very rainy morning, our 3 hour ride with Freya on Cracker and Dillon was spectacular. We saw hundreds of deer, including many fawns and stags, and wound our way through Killarney park. It is a top memory of our trip to Killarney. 10/10 Highly recommend!!

Kathy_GJun 22, 2026VIATOR

Horseriding at Killarney National Park

It was wonderful well organised! To be one with nature. Nothing will happen unexpected, de guides are vere helpfull and friendly.

Patricia LAug 21, 2025TRIPADVISOR

Great Ride with a Great Stable Team.

We took the three hour ride and it had spectacular views and plenty of time in the park. My wife who had not great experiences on horses before had a great time. Horses were excellent. The team at Killarney Stables were so nice and very engaging. Annie was our lead and she was excellent fully engaged and fun to hang out with for the ride.

Mariano_RMay 21, 2025VIATOR

Best experience in Ireland

10000/10 recommend if you are in Killarney and are a horse lover. I saw ages and skill sets of all levels, and the guides were fantastic. I was able to book a longer more advanced ride and Emma was amazing when I asked if we could move up a bit more. Loved literally every minute of my ride. When I come back I’ll be riding again.

Erin_MJun 13, 2024VIATOR

Additional information

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.