Beach & countryside horse riding outside Westport. Guided. 1 hour
Overview
Join us for a exhilarating guided horseback ride to the beach and through the beautiful countryside of Carrowholly, overlooking spectacular Clew Bay, with breathtaking views of Ireland’s iconic Croagh Patrick. Available April to October.
What's Included
- Riding hat and boots.
- Food & drinks.
- Riders weight limit is 114kgs / 252lbs.
Meeting Location
Carrowholly National School
Rusheen, Westport, Co. Mayo, Ireland
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Enjoy a one hour relaxed ride along quiet country roads outside Westport, that lead to the wide, open strands of Clew Bay in County Mayo. Along the way, take in breathtaking views of the bay and its many enchanting islands, with the iconic Croagh Patrick, a mountain of deep religious pilgrimage and historical significance, rising proudly in the background.
As you ride along the shoreline, keep an eye out for seals basking on “Seal Rock,” and pass Dorinish Island, pronounced 'Dora Inch' Island locally, once owned by John Lennon of The Beatles fame.
These guided rides are suitable for beginners and riders with little or no experience. Your qualified local guide will provide clear instruction before setting out, ensuring you feel comfortable and confident in the saddle.
Intermediate riders who are happy rising to the trot will also enjoy this scenic coastal trek, with sweeping views across Clew Bay and its islands.
Advanced riders can look forward to a more exhilarating experience, with the chance to canter across the open strand.
Riding hat and boots supplied at the stables.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Riders maximum weight limit of 114 kgs / 252 lbs
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please advise us of your riding experience: beginner / intermediate or advanced
- From 13 years and older only
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Riding hat and boots.
- Food & drinks.
- Riders weight limit is 114kgs / 252lbs.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 13. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Beach & countryside horse riding outside Westport. Guided. 1 hour is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Riders maximum weight limit of 114 kgs / 252 lbs
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Beach & countryside horse riding outside Westport. Guided. 1 hour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Riding hat and boots.
- Food & drinks.
- Riders weight limit is 114kgs / 252lbs.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Riders maximum weight limit of 114 kgs / 252 lbs
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please advise us of your riding experience: beginner / intermediate or advanced
- From 13 years and older only
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
