Bali on Horseback

Introduction
Bali South Bali

Bali offers an image of sun soaked paradise: stunning scenery, its gentle sarong-clad people and sunsets of legendary glory. See Bali in a way you've never seen it before! Our horse-riding treks take you through the lush rice terraces around Kerobokan and we gallop through the surf along the beautiful south-western coast. Situated near the beach in the lush green rice fields, the equestrian resort is the most comprehensive riding facility on the island, providing boutique hotel-style accommodations in a tropical setting, complete with poolside restaurant and swimming pool.

With a choice of professionally-trained horses and ponies with the latest riding and safety equipment, we offer a tour like no other in Bali. Choose from lunge and dressage lessons for beginners to advanced riders or head out on our horseback excursions, one to three hours in length, along the beach, through the lush rice fields and various Balinese villages. Special sunset rides along shoreline are offered as well.

Discover the wonderful world of horse-riding under the guidance of experienced trainers. An ideal way to experience Bali in a healthy and active way. Then relax on a sun bed by the swimming pool, take a refreshing dip, enjoy a soothing whirlpool massage or unwind with a drink and a delicious meal in the new restaurant - truly a holiday experience to remember!

Accomodation

The resort is situated on 1.6 hectares, combining tropical gardens and elegant guest accommodations with International standard horse facilities. Guests can observe and enjoy the daily rhythms of the horses during their stay.

You will find a saltwater swimming pool, 6 comfortable guestrooms and a very well managed international restaurant that is available for lunch and dinner (not included), or you can wander off and dine in one of the many other restaurants nearby.

The deluxe guestrooms are masterfully designed and richly decorated with selected art pieces and fabrics, utilizing elegant coconut wood furniture. All rooms offer rice field and sunset views. A private balcony terrace in front of each room invites guests to relax with views of the surrounding Balinese gardens. Amenities include personally controlled air conditioning, bath with shower, mini bar, in-room safe, IDD telephone, color TV, and DVD player.

Meals:
Peaceful, quiet surroundings and traditional European and Asian Dishes brought to perfection.
Examples from this culinary journey are the famous Entrecote Cafe de Paris, home made Ravioli, Gnocchi, Risotto, grilled Sashimi, Tuna Medallions, and many more secrets. 
We have included all breakfast with your package.

Lunch and dinner at extra cost.
Candlelight dinners can be pre-reserved at ~$32.

The Candlelight dinner includes: Grilled steak and seafood, different vegetables and salads, different deserts (as much as you can eat) and a glass of red or white wine.

Breakfast:  Daily fresh made crispy bread and croissants accompany a variety of delicious breakfast choices.

This trip includes and can accommodate special dietary requests.

Riding

The facility offers a covered riding hall and outdoor arena. The outdoor arena has stunning views, the covered riding hall at the stables allows for riding even on a rainy day.

The outside riding arena offers stunning views of the surrounding rice paddies. Riders enjoy being on horseback surrounded by coconut palms and fragrant tropical flowers.

Itinerary

The riding programs include instructions and trail riding on the beach and into the mountains.

The regular package includes dressage (or lunging) lessons in the indoor or outdoor arena between 7 am - 12 noon and between 2 and 6 PM. 

The riding excursions are available:
2 hour beach tour: 8 am - 10 am
3 hour beach tour: 3.30 pm - 6.30 pm

Tour A includes 1 dressage lesson, 3 x 2 hr beach tour, 1 x 3 hr beach tour, and a full day mountain tour with lunch and massage.

Tour B includes 4 dressage lesson, 2 x 2 hr beach tour, 1 x half day mountain tour

Mountain excursion:  
At 8 AM we will take you and the horses to Umabian-Marga - in the region of Tabanan. You will ride through the most stunning scenery of rice field terraces, a forest and a local village, that didn't really change since the 1920s. As the journey goes on, travel with us to some divine and mystical places, way off the beaten track. Hidden waterfalls, unknown hot springs or secret temples are some of the impossible to find on your own, but not to be missed locations we go to.

After the ride you can enjoy a massage before lunch. A traditional gourmet lunch is served at our private hideaway, a truly delightful jungle clearing where guests dine in an elegant pavilion surrounded by lush foliage and stunning views.

Before we start our afternoon ride we will visit a compound, build in Balinese architecture, that is owned by the Royal Family of Tabanan. Or you will have the opportunity to experience a Gamelan lesson (traditional Indonesian instruments) or a Balinese Dance class. After the afternoon ride we will serve tea or coffee with cake. Before departing, you have an opportunity to shower before returning to the riding center - arriving at about 6 PM.

Rates and Dates for Bali on Horseback

Dates Note: arrival can be any day of the week

Other Info
Meeting: Kerobokan (Kuta)
Airport: Denpasar Ngurah Rai intern airport
Transfer: Ngurah Rai or Denpasar included

Climate:

The cooler dry season from April to October is the best time to visit Bali. The rest of the year is more humid, cloudier and has more rainstorms, but you can still enjoy a holiday.