Horseback riding tour in Gjinofshat – the ancient territory of the Epirot village
This experience is suitable for people who are in good physical shape and have ridden a few times before. The pace of movement is low and average, but the terrain has strong breaks.
Program:
The departure takes place from the horse center above the village of “Asim Zeneli.” The instructor will select a horse based on your riding level, weight, and height. The experience begins with a short familiarization with the horse, after which participants will mount immediately at the stable and set off on the journey.
The first part of the ride consists of a gentle 5 to 6-minute descent before traversing the main road that crosses through the village. The panorama is very pleasant as it allows people to see the hills of the valley on both sides. We will take the east direction after a moderately steep descent.
Following this, riders will enjoy breathtaking views leading to a small segment where the trail crosses a river. Here, the horses can stop to drink water while riders take a moment to adjust their position and relax.
Beyond the river, a steep uphill climb begins, where riders should assist their horses by shifting their weight towards the horse’s shoulders and using their knees to provide better balance, making the ascent easier for the horse.
Upon completing this climb, the journey reaches its highlight at Gjinofshat, where riders will arrive at the highest point of the area. This segment takes them through fruit-bearing trees and diverse vegetation, offering a glimpse of the region’s natural richness.
The return to the stable follows the same route taken earlier, except for the final stretch. Instead of passing through the village again, the ride will take a scenic detour over the hills behind the stable, providing riders with truly impressive panoramic views before concluding the adventure.
Terms and conditions:
Schedules: 9:00 and 12:00
Included: Horse, 1-2 technical guides at the beginning and end of the group,(for a group of 5 or more persons 2 guides are needed) safety equipment, helmet and chaps (foot protection), water for the whole trip. (please bring your own water bottle)
Not included: Food, transportation to and from the center.
Instructions for booking this trip:
This trip is recommended to be booked by people who are in good physical condition and are engaged in other activities.
For this trip, the weight limit is 90 kg, while the age limit for inexperienced persons is 14 years (accompanied by at least one parent).
For people who have a good level of riding, the age limit starts from 8 years old and must also be accompanied by at least one parent.
Riding is a discipline with strict rules and every advice of the group leader is mandatory to be followed to maintain safety.
For this trip you can take something small to eat with you and you can use the stop in Gjinofshat to consume it. (sandwich or fruit)
Dress code:
Long pants (denim)
Hiking shoes with a heel up to 2 cm, preferably with a collar or riding boots
Plain cotton t-shirts or shirts
Sun protection cream
A small bag tied around the waist to hold small personal items (cell phone, etc.)
Not allowed:
Jewelry is not allowed while riding.
Attending in shorts
“Flying” clothes that can become an object of fear for the horse (such as a cape that can blow in the wind, long scarves, etc.)
It is not allowed to ride with a backpack.
It is not allowed to ride with sneakers, slippers, sandals, etc
Large cameras and arm-to-neck cameras are not allowed.
