A gotrekking equestrian holiday is a unique opportunity to go horse or pony riding in one of the most natural unspoilt coastal areas of Ireland. Located in the West of Ireland, in the middle of the Wild Atlantic Way, the longest coastal trail in the World.

Westport Woods Hotel & Spa is your base for a gotrekking equestrian holiday. It offers the best possible combination of great trekking, excellent accommodation and plenty to do even while not horse riding, whether holidaying on your own or with a partner.

The stables are located on the outskirts of the award winning heritage town of Westport, between the mountains and the sea. Just a perfect location. Treks range from beach riding, splashing through the shallows of the Atlantic ocean, to the foothills of Croagh Patrick and woodland tracks interspersed between thousand year old bogs. The horses aren’t typical trekking stock, they’re Irish Sport horse and cob types, some homebred, and all full of their own character and brave personality.

The hotel welcomes guests with a roaring log fire and is a great base for riders and non-riders alike. An award winning leisure centre, spa and all day food in the equestrian-themed Bench Cafe Bar all combine for a winning formula. Equestrian holidays are 3, 5 or 7 days in length with a variety of treks on offer each day. 

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