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Horseback Riding in Killeany

Killeany, Inishmore (Aran Islands)

⏱ 2 hours

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About this experience

Horseback Riding in Killeany is a guided equestrian activity on Inishmore, the largest of the Aran Islands, starting from the village of Killeany. Riders traverse coastal tracks and sandy beaches with views of the Atlantic and the Cliffs of Moher in the distance. The tour operates in small groups with local guides who match horses to each rider's skill level.

What to expect

Tours last approximately 2 hours, covering 8 to 10 kilometres of coastal terrain.
Suitable for beginners and experienced riders; helmets and basic instruction are provided.
Ride along Killeany Beach and past the 15th-century Killeany Abbey ruins.
Groups are limited to 8 riders, ensuring individual attention from the guide.
Horses are well-trained Connemara ponies, known for their sure-footedness on rocky paths.
The route includes a stop at a viewing point over the Atlantic, with clear sightlines to the Aran Islands' southern cliffs.