Pony Ride

About the Pony Ride Experience Near Lisbon

Forty-five minutes from Lisbon, at a farm in the vineyards of Bucelas, this 45-minute pony riding experience gives children aged 5 to 12 their first proper encounter with horses in a calm, safe, and beautifully natural setting. Experienced staff guide every child through meeting the pony, learning the basics of how to interact with the animal, and enjoying a gentle guided ride through the farm’s gardens and countryside. Parents walk alongside throughout. The farm itself — with its gardens, lake, and vineyard views — creates a setting that children describe as magical and parents describe as genuinely special.

Itinerary

• Arrival at the farm in Bucelas. Welcome from the team and introduction to the farm and its animals
• Meet the ponies — children meet the ponies in a calm, guided setting. Staff explain how to approach, touch, and interact safely with the animals. Parents participate alongside
• Safety briefing — basic riding instructions provided. Every child receives guidance tailored to their age and comfort level
• Pony ride — guided ride through the farm’s gardens and natural surroundings. Staff walk alongside every child throughout. Parents welcome to accompany on foot
• After the ride — time to interact with the ponies again, ask questions, and explore the farm surroundings
• Departure — total experience approximately 45 minutes.

What’s Included

• Welcome to the farm and introduction to the ponies
• Interaction time with the ponies before the ride
• Safety briefing and basic riding instructions
• 45-minute guided pony ride through the farm’s natural surroundings
• Experienced staff alongside throughout the full experience
• Interaction time with ponies after the ride
• Parents welcome to walk alongside their children at all times

Highlights

A First Experience With Horses That Children Never Forget For most children, this is their first time riding a horse — and the way that first experience is managed makes all the difference. At this farm, children meet the pony before the ride, learn how to interact with it, and build confidence before they ever climb into the saddle. Joanna Yip described it as “a unique experience” led by “dedicated staff who provide us with a unique experience.” That care shows in every review.

Safe at Every Step — Experienced Staff Alongside Throughout Every child is accompanied by an experienced member of staff for the full duration of the ride. No child is left unattended, no pony moves without a guide alongside. The safety briefing before the ride is adapted to each child’s age and comfort level. Malou Camara described the team as “very friendly and knowledgeable” with an “exceptional space and animals.” This is the standard every parent deserves when their child is on a horse.

Parents Walk Alongside — The Whole Family Is Part of the Moment Parents do not watch from a bench. They walk beside their child throughout the ride — close enough to reassure, far enough for the child to feel the independence of being in the saddle. Sara_E described it as “a spectacular family moment.” That is exactly what this experience is designed to create — a shared memory, not just a child’s activity.

The Farm Setting Makes It Special This is not a riding school paddock. The farm in Bucelas is set within a landscape of gardens, a lake, and vineyard views — one of the most naturally beautiful settings within 45 minutes of Lisbon. The combination of well-cared-for animals and a genuinely beautiful outdoor environment is what turns a pony ride into something that families come back to repeat.

Rated 4.9 Out of 5 — One of the Best Family Activities near Lisbon Every verified guest has rated this experience 4.9 or 5 stars. The reviews consistently highlight the quality of the animals, the care of the staff, and the lasting impression it makes on children. At €90 for a 45-minute guided experience with full staff support in one of Portugal’s most beautiful farm settings, this is outstanding value for a family activity near Lisbon.

Transportation

• Not included – contact us if you need private transfer

Meeting point

• After booking we will send all the details of the farm, location (meeting point) and contact.