Kiskunsagi Western Ranch, Hungary
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“The ranch is offering a cheaper price this winter - great chance to make a saving whilst still having a fun riding holiday. You could ride in the snow!”
Horses
Type of horses:
Quarter Horses, Appaloosas and Arabs (many homebred).
Nature of horses:
Strong, willing and kind.
Height of horses:
14.3 - 16.3hh
Weight limit:
110kg/17st
Tack type:
Western
Weather
Current Conditions:
Fair, 4 C
Forecast:
Wed - Mostly Clear. High: 6 Low: -3
Thu - Mostly Cloudy. High: 6 Low: 2
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Pricing
Western Week
1st November 2011 - 31st March 2012:
The price, per person, is £665.
31st March 2012 onwards:
The price, per person, is £836.
Single supplement: £59 per person.
Children under 12: 20% discount.
Western Weekend
1st November 2011 - 31st March 2012:
£355 per person.
31st March 2012 onwards:
£443 per person.
Single supplement: £59 per person.
Children under 12: 20% discount.
Western Weekday Package
1st November 2011 - 31st March 2012:
£355 per person.
31st March 2012 onwards:
£443 per person.
Single supplement: £59 per person.
Children under 12: 20% discount.
Availability/Booking Form
Ride Description
This welcoming ranch is situated in the south of Hungary, approximately 80km from Budapest, and offers western riding tuition and trail rides to their guests. The ranch breed and train their own Quarter Horses, Appaloosas and Arabs, which are successful in the local western shows, and the instructors are experienced horsemen who look forward to sharing their unique knowledge with the guests. The ranch is situated in Kiskunsagi National Park where the sandy ground is ideal for long gallops and relaxing trail rides, whilst carriage driving tours and lessons are also a superb option for the non-rider or simply as an additional activity.
The ranch lies on 60 acres with plenty of grazing land to ensure the well-being of the horses. The unique beauty of the surrounding scenery is a delight for guests and the landscapes offer almost never-ending trail riding possibilities. Guests here can simply enjoy the trail rides or can take part in lessons, learning the fundamentals of western style horse riding. There are two reining-courses of good size, two corrals and a covered riding hall so that work can continue in the case of bad weather.
The ranch welcomes all types of guests from single travellers to families, groups of friends and even pets. Wine tasting, bird watching, line dancing and cookery classes are all available and children can have great fun exploring the Native American style tipi tents. There is a swimming pool, relaxation room and infrared sauna which allow guests to relax and make the most of their holiday. Rooms are modern, clean and comfortable, ideal for a peaceful rest after a day well spent in the saddle.
Stays here can be tailor made to incorporate your wishes so please do get in touch if the packages listed below aren't quite what you are looking for.
See Programmes.
Food & Accommodation
There is a choice of accommodation on the ranch.
The main accommodation is in excellent boarding houses which feature 8 rooms (double and family rooms), each with their own en suite shower room and toilet. The rooms have TVs, DVD players and a good sound system to make your stay more comfortable. These rooms are suitable for 1 - 4 people. Bed linen and towels are provided and there is a small kitchen on each floor to be shared by the guests.
There is also dormitory style accommodation on offer - there are two rooms, each with 8 beds and a common bathroom. These are ideal for groups that want to stick together.
Lastly... a choice for the adventurous traveller! There is also the option of staying in one of three Native American tipi style tents. Each tent is suitable for up to 5 people. Here you can enjoy being close to nature and listening to the sounds of the night, just as Native Americans once did themselves.
On the ranch there are a variety of facilities including wood-burning ovens, a griller, smoke-house, a cooker and a covered area for 'bogrács' (a special Hungarian iron pot for outdoor cooking).
There is a 3.5m x 7.5m swimming pool which is open to guests in the summertime. There is also an infrared sauna on site which is available to guests and a relaxation room.
If you are travelling with a baby or young child then the following can be provided:
- travel bed for babies
- potty, toilet seat for children
- nightlight to be plugged into the wall
- selection of Mattel toys
Dogs and other pets are welcome so that the whole family can enjoy a holiday together!
Food at the ranch consists of a continental style breakfast with bread, croissants, cheeses, ham, vegetables, jam, yoghurt etc.
Lunch is a warm cooked meal such as Hungarian goulash, potatoes, meat.
Dinner is the same style, always with bread and salad.
If preferred then guests can order pizza, pasta or a simple salad instead.
Drinks are ordered from the bar - wine, beer, soft drinks, palinka (Hungarian schnapps) etc. are available and prices are very reasonable (around 200 - 600 Hungarian Forints).
Further Details
Languages: Hungarian and English.
Health requirements: No specific requirements but good general health is recommended for riding.
Age limit: None.
Tuition: Yes (optional).
Included: Accommodation, all meals, use of ranch facilities and horse riding activities.
Not included: Flights, travel insurance, airport transfers, drinks and extras.
Travel Information
Guests are recommended to fly into Budapest (approx 80km from the ranch) and then to either hire a car or we can arrange an airport transfer. The transfer costs 30 euros each way per person.
Airport: Budapest
Programmes
Western Week
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A western week incorporating tuition and trail riding in the beautiful ranch surroundings. Guests can learn western riding techniques, partaking in lessons in barrel racing and pole bending, whilst also riding out into the countryside. The package can be altered to suit your needs - you can just trail ride all the time if you prefer or you could incorporate carriage driving lessons. Suggested Itinerary (riding times are approximate):
Sunday (depending on arrival time): - One hour of tuition in the paddock. Riders and horses are matched according to riding ability, size and preference. The instructor will go through the basics of western riding and horsemanship. - Dinner. Monday: - Breakfast. - A two hour trail ride in the ranch surroundings. The land has lovely sandy footing which makes it excellent riding terrain. - Lunch. - One hour in the paddock followed by one hour of barrel racing and pole bending. - Dinner. Tuesday: - Breakfast. - Two hour trail ride to an outdoor lunch spot where you can enjoy eating amongst nature. - Lunch outside. - Two hour trail ride back to the ranch. - Dinner. Wednesday: - A dawn ride by horse and carriage to the nearby bird reservation where you watch the birds being counted and marked. - Breakfast. - One hour of riding in paddock, trail riding practice. - Lunch. - Two hour trail ride. - Dinner. Thursday: - Breakfast. - One hour in paddock with reining practice followed by a one hour trail ride. - Lunch as a barbecue in the woods. - Two hour trail ride. - Dinner. Friday: - Breakfast. - Two hours in paddock, practicing for a western style show at the ranch. - Lunch. - Two hour trail ride. - Dinner. Saturday: - Breakfast. - 1 - 2 hour show with reining and trail riding techniques. - Lunch. - 1 - 2 hour show with barrel racing and pole bending. - Dinner. Sunday: - Breakfast. - Departure. |
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| Minimum group size: | 1 |
| Maximum group size: | 15 |
| Ability description: | Beginner - Advanced. No experience of western riding is necessary prior to your visit to the ranch. |
| Type of ride: | Short trail rides and tuition. |
| Total riding time: | Approximately 23 hours over 7 days. |
| Departure dates: | All year round to suit. Recommended stays are Sunday - Sunday but this is flexible. |
| Pricing: | See Pricing |
Western Weekend
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A long riding weekend at this super western ranch. The weekend programme runs Thursday - Sunday and incorporates approximately ten hours of horse riding. The riding is a combination of tuition and trail riding but this can be altered to suit your needs - you can simply trail ride all the time if you prefer. Suggest itinerary (approximate riding times):
Thursday (depending on arrival): - One hour in paddock. Riders and horses are matched in accordance with riding ability, size and preference. The instructor will go through the basics of western riding and horsemanship. - Dinner. Friday: - Breakfast. - Two hour trail ride. - Lunch. - One hour in paddock followed by one hour barrel racing and pole bending. - Dinner. Saturday: - Breakfast. - Two hour trail ride to an outdoor lunch spot where you can enjoy eating amongst nature. - Outside lunch. - Two hour trail ride back to the ranch. - Dinner. Alternative for Saturday to incorporate more training time: - One hour in paddock followed by one hour trail ride. - Lunch on the ranch or in the nearby woods. - One hour trail ride followed by one hour in the paddock. - Dinner. Sunday: - Breakfast. - Departure. |
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| Minimum group size: | 1 |
| Maximum group size: | 15 |
| Ability description: | Beginner - Advanced. No prior experience of western style riding is necessary. |
| Type of ride: | Short trail rides and tuition. |
| Total riding time: | Approximately 10 hours. |
| Departure dates: | Thursday - Sunday, all year round to suit. 10th - 13th May is a special date for mothers and young children. |
| Pricing: | See Pricing |
Western Weekday Package
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A midweek stay with fab western riding. The riding incorporates western tuition and trail riding but can be altered to suit your preferences. This is a great package for those needing a short stay but who don't have a whole week to spare or who would prefer to be back home during the weekends. Suggested itinerary:
Monday (depending on arrival): - One hour ride in paddock. Riders and horses are matched in accordance with riding ability, size and preference. The instructor will go through the basics of western riding and horsemanship. - Dinner. Tuesday: - Breakfast. - Two hour trail ride. - Lunch - One hour in paddock followed by one hour barrel racing and pole bending. - Dinner. Wednesday: - Breakfast. - Two hour trail ride to an outdoor lunch spot where you can enjoy eating amongst nature. - Outside lunch. - Two hour trail ride back to the ranch. - Dinner. Thursday: - Dawn ride with horse and carriage to nearby bird reservation to see the birds being counted and marked. - Breakfast. - One hour in paddock followed by one hour barrel racing and pole bending. - Lunch. - Two hour trail ride. - Dinner. Friday: - Breakfast. - Departure. |
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| Minimum group size: | 1 |
| Maximum group size: | 15 |
| Ability description: | Beginner - Advanced. No prior experience of western style riding is necessary. |
| Type of ride: | Short trail rides and tuition. |
| Total riding time: | Approximately 10 hours. |
| Departure dates: | Monday - Friday, all year round to suit. |
| Pricing: | See Pricing |
