Horse Riding in Abu Dhabi - Your Guide to an Equestrian Adventure

Horse riding in Abu Dhabi is one of the most popular sports. Abu Dhabi has several world-class riding clubs and racing facilities. It is also home to one of the most sought after horse breed, the Arabian Horse. There are plenty of opportunities for the beginner as well as advanced riders to embark upon panoramic horse riding adventures.  

Places for Horse Riding in Abu Dhabi

These equestrian clubs also offer a free tour of their stables where you can pet and feed the horses. After learning the basics of horse riding, one can opt to take part in riding excursions.  There are plenty of riding excursions offered and tourists can choose depending on their level of riding skills and the experience they wish to have. Apart from these, the stables in Abu Dhabi are known for their world-class facilities. Depending on the kind of stables, they train horses for the racetrack, take care of horses, offer riding lessons to visitors, provides horse therapy and have on-site clinics and spas for their horses. Tourists often opt for a tour of the stables, where they get to view and pet the horses

1. The Abu Dhabi Equestrian Club

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The Riding School at Abu Dhabi Equestrian Club that began over a decade ago, boasts of over 100 horses and ponies that are all trained properly. A wide range of horses are available for riding lessons. They have separate classes for beginners, intermediate riders and advanced riders. 
Timings: Saturday to Thursday - 4:30 PM to 8 PM. Fridays are holidays.
Price:
Weekly 1 lesson - Members: AED 4,700 per season
Weekly 2 lessons - Members: AED 8300 per season
1 lesson - Non-Members: AED 300 per lesson
Pony riding for 20 minutes: AED 50
Email: [email protected]
Address: Al Mushrif, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
Contact: +009712 44 555 00
Website: www.adec-web.com

2. Al Ain Equestrian, Shooting & Golf Club

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This place for horse riding in Abu Dhabi has shooting and golfing facilities along with horse riding. They host national and international events and provide excellent horsemanship skills. They offer classes for all experience levels. 
Price:
Pony lessons ( 6 to 9 years old ) - 30 minutes: AED 60 for 1 lesson
Basic Riding lessons ( above 10 years ) - 45 minutes: AED 100 for 1 lesson
Advanced Riding lesson - Group: AED 120 for 1 lesson
Advanced Riding Lesson - Private: AED 300 for 1 lesson

Email: [email protected], [email protected]

Address: Tawam Street, Tawam, Al Ain, Abu Dhabi, UAE.

Contact: 800 8777, +971 3 7684888

Website: www.aesgc.com

3. Mandara Equestrian Club


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The Mandara Equestrian Club is a fully licensed riding school that caters to both beginner and advanced level riders. In addition to the horseback riding classes, this club also offers pony rides or pleasure rides for kids below 4 years.
Price:
Outdoor Horse Riding:
Shared (45 minutes): AED 210
Private (45 minutes): AED 340

Indoor Horse Riding:
Shared (45 minutes): AED 300
Private (45 minutes): AED 500

Timings: 7 AM to 10 AM in the mornings and 4 PM to 9 PM in the evenings.

Email: [email protected]

Address: Rahba Farm, Plot no. 991, Abu Dhabi, UAE.

Contact: +971 2 563 3830

Website: www.mandaraclub.com

4. Dhabian Equestrian Club

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This place for horse riding in Abu Dhabi offers a wide variety of activities. They have general riding lessons along with therapeutic riding and lead rein. They proudly claim that horses are their passion and hope to instil that love in everyone else as well. 
Address: Street 15, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
Contact: +971 50 1347141
Website: www.dhabianequi.com

5. Al Forsan Club

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The Equestrian Academy at Al Forsan Club offers training in a variety of activities, such as polo, horseback riding, dressage and show jumping. They also host fun events like pony games and kid camps along with stable management courses. 
Address: Khalifa City, Near Abu Dhabi Golf Club, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
Contact: +971 2 556 8555
Website: www.alforsan.com

6. Sir Bani Yas Stables

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This popular place for horse riding in Abu Dhabi offers excursions through the mangrove lagoons, the beaches, the dunes and through the wildlife. The Dune Ride is the perfect opportunity to experience riding through sand dunes. The beginner excursion starts at 30 to 45 minutes per session. The Beach Ride or the Bush Trail is only for intermediate riders. The duration is between 1 hour to 1 and a half hour. The excursion starts with taking the guests to the sandy beaches on Sir Bani Yas Island. You can go into the water for a splash. The Wildlife Ride is only for experienced riders. You get to experience the southern area of the wildlife park for almost two hours. It is a perfect opportunity to get up close and personal with the island’s beautiful wildlife.
Price:
Dune Ride: AED 315
Beach Ride: AED 375
Wildlife Ride: AED 625

Email: [email protected]

Address: Sir Bani Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, UAE.

7. Al Asayl Stables

Al Asayl Stables is considered a unique private centre in this region, that trains racehorses. Its onsite clinic houses equipment that offers a full range of blood analyses and x-rays. It is regarded as the ultimate in tranquillity and peace for the horses.
Email: [email protected]
Contact: +971 2 582 5577

Things to Know Before Horse Riding in Abu Dhabi

  • Always wear horseback riding helmets to meet safety standards.
  • Wear sturdy, properly-fitted boots with minimal heel. 
  • Do not attempt to ride a horse while on medication or under the influence of alcohol. 
  • Never walk from behind a horse as they consider it threatening. 
  • Pregnant women are advised to refrain from horseback riding. 
There are plenty of wonderful equestrian activities offered by the resorts and clubs in this capital city. Horse riding in Abu Dhabi takes place amidst panoramic views are truly a once in a lifetime experience. Additionally, there are riding lessons and stable tours also offered.

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