Connemara Equestrian Escapes

Ready for Your
Next Journey

Unique equestrian vacations like no other in Connemara, Ireland. It’s not just about the trail riding,
it’s the total immersion in the beauty, culture and history of Connemara

Connemara Pony Henry making waves in the sea

Who We Are

Connemara Equestrian Escapes offer bespoke week-long guided tours with an equine twist in Connemara, on the west coast of Ireland.
Join Cáit (Gaelic for Kate but prnounched ‘Cotch’), a 3rd generation Connemara pony breeder as she and her team guide you through the winding turns of the back roads of Connemara. Cáit’s deep connection with the area and the people will take you off the beaten path to immerse you in the history of Connemara and meet it’s colourful characters that have maintained traditions going back generations.

Why Make the Trip
With Us?

Choose From a wide range of connemara tours, including guided, Sightseeing,
and family-friendly options
Secure Tour

100% Secure tour

Easy Online Booking

Easy Online Booking

Award

Award Winning Service

Personalised Tours Are Available

Personalised Tours Are Available

Instructors and Guides

Experienced Instructors and Guides

Perfectly Trained Horses

Perfectly Trained Horses

7 Day Custom Tour

Our custom 7-day fully guided horse-riding vacation, in the rugged wilderness of Connemara, Co. Galway is a truly unique trail-riding experience that offers all the excitement, attractions, and scenic delights of our standard tour – but with an element of customization that allows you to add your very own personal touch to your vacation, tailored to your specific needs.

trail riding through the fields in Connemara

A Few Tips to Help You Plan Your Tour

Julie Goodnight on her horse
Insurance

Both you and your insurance company know that horse riding is a risk sport.You must provide us with your insurance policy number, insurance provider name & contact details prior to your trip with us.

Derryclare island close to the Inagh valley in the heart of Connemara
Weight and height questions?

At Connemara Equestrian Escapes, we don’t impose weight or height restrictions on our riders because lightness in the saddle does not necessarily relate to how tall you are or how much you weigh.

Beach ride on omey strand on the Wild Atlantic Way
Travelling to Ireland and meeting us

Most of our international customers fly in to either Dublin or Shannon airports.We advise our customers to to fly in at least one day prior to their trip start date to get over any jet-lag issues and ensure your are energised for your first riding day.

Client Reviews

Our Awards

Award Winner
Winner Of "Best Travel Experience"
Equestrian Living Magazine Gold List
Farmer of the year Irish Independet
Runner up in Irish Independent & Zurich
Equestrian Farmer Of The Year 2015