Pony trekking is a riding trip that lasts as long as you want it to - from a few hours to a few days. Over recent years there has been a huge increase of riders taking pony trekking to the next level - namely taking pony trekking holidays. These riders wish to make the most of their holiday by enjoying their favourite pastime and visiting sites of local interest or places of outstanding beauty.
The cost of a pony trekking holiday varies greatly - it is determined by the particular stable you have chosen to ride from, the accommodation provided, what type of board is provided, for example just bed and breakfast or full-board, and your length of stay. There are many excellent websites where you can book a pony trekking holiday now and they will provide you with all the necessary details about the place you wish to visit.
The stable will also inform you about whether they provide tack and saddles for you. In general this is provided for you but you should check before making a reservation, as you may wish to make use of your own gear.
A pony trekking holiday is suitable for anyone who can sit on a horse. They can be an extremely enjoyable and laid back holiday and most people consider it a week’s guided tour rather than a difficult ride. Most people will enjoy the peaceful and slow pace of a trek and will savour the time they spend outdoors in fresh air. You will find the ponies offered to riders on pony trekking holidays are ideal for the nervous beginner or more mature, but fun enough for someone who is experienced in riding too.
There are many pony trekking holidays organised in the UK, in particular in the west coast, Scotland and Wales. You can also book pony trekking holidays abroad, in many countries, such as Spain, France and USA. Each country will offer a slightly different style of riding and of course different countryside and landscapes.
During the busy summer season it is advisable to book your holiday well in advance, as places get booked up early due to the popularity of the sport.
Pony trekking holidays can offer families an interesting change for school holidays. It can be time well spent in the outdoors and time spent together as a family, which everyone will enjoy.