Drag Hunt and Pre-Hunting Holidays

5.0 (4)
3 days 2 nights
Ireland
Photo Esther Z.
5.0
Esther Z.
Tour Provider
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Difficulty
Easy
Comfort
Basic+

Our facility provides extended weekend drag hunting getaways from October through March. For those seeking an adventurous ride, you can trail the hounds across various terrains such as ditches, drains, walls, and drops. Beginners and intermediate riders can join the hunt alongside locals, and it's suitable for advanced children as well. Enhance your horsemanship by exercising the hounds and participating in guided practice on our cross country course. Additionally, engage in natural horsemanship activities to better connect with your horse.

Our offerings are family-friendly, and we gladly welcome non-riders, children, and those new to horseback riding. Amidst serene forest paths, you can enjoy activities such as golf, fishing, shopping, and more, ensuring there's something for everyone. Our center stands out as one of the rare destinations that cater specifically to children and novice riders interested in drag hunting holidays. 

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$661
per tourist for 3 days
Departing from
Connacht, Kylebrack
Available dates
Only in the Horse Tours Club
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Photo Esther Z.
Esther Z. is the provider of this trip
The provider speaks: English
Hi! I am Esther. Originally from Holland, I settled in Ireland in 1978 with the dream of creating a sustainable place where people could come and be immersed in nature. I started with a small farm with goats and made cheese and yogurt. My daughter brought the first pony and her passion for horses soon become a main part of our lives as we began to welcome families for horse riding in 1989 and still do today!

Tour highlights

Experience the Hunting Weekend
All the thrills Irish foxhunts are famous for without inhumane killing or hunting of a live fox
Enjoy the Beautiful Coast
Ride with the hounds in County Galway in the west of Ireland, where rolling hills, forest and meadow, and meandering creeks are more prevalent than concrete and steel
Bring Your Children
We provide supervised pony farm holidays at the center while you embark on a hack, exercise the hounds, or partake in a full-day drag hunt

Route details

Day 1
Arrival

A long weekend drag hunting holiday combines the thrill of the hunt with focused instruction in the field and on the cross-country course.

Arrival in the morning.

Afternoon assessment, hack and cross country training. Exercise the hounds and improve your horsemanship with guided practice on the centre's cross country course.

Day 2
Horsemanship
Day 3
Drag Hunt
Difficulty
Easy
Minimal physical activity. Suitable for everyone regardless of fitness and age

Accommodation

Comfort
Basic+
Guest House
2 nights
2 nights
The Three Towers Eco House

Home-cooked meals provided by The Three Towers Organic Kitchen.


 

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Group meeting place
Connacht, Kylebrack
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Included

  • three night's shared accommodation at The Three Towers Eco House,
  • home-cooked meals from The Three Towers Organic Kitchen,
  • afternoon assessment, hack and cross country training,
  • cross Country exercise brunch ride and natural horsemanship,
  • a local drag hunt,
  • safe experienced horses for all riding activities.

Extras

  • flights;
  • insurance,
  • single supplement.

Group size

up to 12 tourists

Duration

3 days
2 nights

It's important to know

Cancellation of booking
In case of booking cancellation the next policy applies: Tourists will receive a full amount they paid for the reservation in case they cancel more than 35 days in advance of the tour start date In the event of cancellation within the period of 34 to 16 days before the tour start date - they are entitled to receive 50% of the booking amount Cancelations made within 15 days before the tour starts will not be entitled to a refund.

Tour reviews

5.0
Based on 4 reviews
  • A
    Anna
    12 Nov, 2023
    about provider
    We had an awesome walk exploring the Kylebrack countryside. Big thanks to Darla and Stephen for showing us around!
    12 Nov, 2023
  • S
    Simon
    7 Sep, 2023
    about provider
    We went to learn how to ride horses and went on a long horse ride. The place is really pretty, with lots of different horses and things to do for beginners to advanced riders. The food at the cute café is yummy. Make sure you have enough time to enjoy it, don't rush!
    7 Sep, 2023
  • J
    John
    30 Aug, 2023
    about provider
    Horse riding experience was amazing. Horses and coach excellent. Would highly recommend this riding centre
    30 Aug, 2023

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