Non-Riding Horse Experience
A calm, non-riding horse connection experience in Marathon, about 40 km from Athens. You spend time with the herd, learn how horses communicate and how to approach them.
Our horse programme in Marathon is about connection rather than riding. You spend about 1.5 hours on the ground with a herd of horses, watching how they behave, learning how they communicate and finding out how to approach and invite a horse to come to you.
Is this a riding lesson?
No. The horse connection experience is a non-riding programme. You stay on the ground the whole time, which makes it calm, safe and open to people who have never been near a horse. We list it under horse riding because it is the place to start if you want to get to know horses.
What happens during the experience?
- Watching the herd: you start by observing how the horses move and react to each other.
- First contact: you learn how to approach, touch and scratch a horse in a way it enjoys.
- Invitation techniques: you practise simple ways to ask a horse to come towards you and follow you.
Who is it for?
It suits beginners, children, families and anyone who wants a quiet break from the city. It also works for people who feel nervous around animals, because nothing happens until you are ready. Groups of friends and small teams can book it together.
Where is it and how far from Athens?
The experience takes place in Marathon, about 40 km north east of central Athens. We send the exact meeting point after booking. It combines well with a morning at Marathon beach or one of our other activities in the area, such as a 4×4 trip or a dive.
What should you wear?
Closed shoes and comfortable clothes that can get a little dusty. Bring water, a hat and sun cream in summer.
Do you need any experience?
None at all. The session is guided from start to finish, and your guide explains every step before you try it.
How do you book?
Pick a date on the activity page and tell us how many people are coming, including the ages of any children.