Donkey Walking Day Trips
Fun and Safe
The centre has several small, quiet ponies and donkeys with years of experience negotiating the forest and roads and carrying gear.
These safe, gentle mounts are well trained and easy to lead, even for a novice.
Experience
What better way to relax than with fresh air, a bit of exercise, and a pony or donkey to carry your burdens?
Surrounded by miles of quiet country lanes and forest paths, everything from short walks to strenuous full day hikes is possible, all with the company of a kind donkey to carry your gear and a picnic.
Slow down and explore the sights and smells of the forest.
Go alone or with family or friends. Happiness is walking with a little donkey companion.
Hands on assistance for all...
Choose a distance to cover
A donkey walking day or half day walk can be from ½ km to 25 km.
Suitable for everyone
Our well-trained donkeys can be handled by anyone, so no need to be a donkey expert to enjoy their company!
Your Donkey will be waiting
We’ll have the donkey ready when you arrive, pack and all, and give you some instruction on handling your new donkey friend.
So much to see
Explore the map with one of our staff members to help you choose a suitable route and point out the hidden gems spread around the forest and off you go!
Help is at hand
If you’re still a little nervous, we will accompany you for the first part of your walk until you are comfortable to take on your own adventure
Keep your energy up
Order a delicious picnic basket from Slieve Aughty Woods café or bring your own and stop under the shade of a tree for a mid-day meal.
Highlights
- Gentle and safe for all ages and experience
- Choose a short or long journey
- Map out your own journey
- Plenty of magical secrets to visit in the forest
- Helpful staff on hand to guide you
Includes
- A donkey and pack
- Instruction on handling your donkey
- Forest maps
- Beginners assistance if needed
- Freedom to roam our entire 17 acre Woodlands
- Picnic Baskets incur and extra cost
Important Info
- All visitors must adhere to trainers instructions at all times
- Provided safety equipment must be worn at all times
- Please ensure to inform us of any medical conditions that may effect your enjoyment while riding
- We operate a "leave No Trace" policy. All litter must be disgarded responsibly
