Beginner Friendly
Guides explain the basics patiently, and first-time riders have reported feeling comfortable enough to canter independently.
Al Dhabi Horse Riding
Ras Al Khor
Al Dhabi Horse Riding in Ras Al Khor combines stable visits, riding lessons and guided desert experiences. Reviews particularly highlight calm horses, patient instruction for beginners, and sunrise or sunset rides across the dunes, making it approachable for families as well as more confident riders.
Reputation Score
4.9
★★★★★
266 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Calm Horses
Reviews consistently describe the horses as calm, healthy, well-trained and friendly with new riders.
Desert Rides
The desert setting is a major draw, with riders describing gorgeous dunes, plenty of cantering and memorable views from horseback.
Family Visits
Very young children can enjoy gentle pony rides, while families can also pet the horses and feed them carrots.
Well Kept
Visitors describe a clean, organised stable where the horses look groomed, healthy and well cared for.
Private Option
A two-hour private desert ride was available, giving riders an option beyond a standard group outing.
Family Events
One family reported consistently professional support for their events, with safety treated as a priority.
Photo Help
Several rides included helpful photos or videos, useful if you want to capture the desert experience while riding.
Tips for a Better Visit
Arrange Return. Confirm your return transport before booking; one rider was stranded because taxis did not serve the stable area.
Choose Timing. Ask about sunrise or sunset slots if you want the desert ride at a particularly scenic time.
Share Experience. Tell the booking team your riding level and requirements so they can match the horse and instruction to you.
Ask Packages. Ask which package fits your plans: reviews mention different options for lessons and rides.
Bring Treats. If you would like to feed the horses, bring apples, carrots or similar fruit and vegetables; it was described as optional.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Farm No. 399 - Emirates Rd
Al Awir First, Dubai
| Mon | 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM |
| Tue | 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM |
| Wed | 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM |
| Thu | 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM |
| Fri | 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM |
| Sat | 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM |
| Sun | 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM |
Popular Mentions
sunrise horseback riding
Early-morning desert rides are specifically mentioned as a memorable option.
beach horse riding
Beach rides are mentioned as a separate experience that returning visitors enjoyed.
riding lessons
The stable caters to people who want to learn as well as those simply looking for a ride.
Common Concerns
Transport Gap
Taxis may not come to the stable area, so visitors who arrange their own return can face a long wait.
Small Pen
One family found the riding pen on the small side, although it did not stop them from returning.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
30 Aed
15 mins ride around the stable
“For a 15 mins ride around the stable, they charge 30 Aed which we felt was reasonable”Google review · May 2022
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The Bottom Line
Al Dhabi Horse Riding in Ras Al Khor is centred on guided horseback experiences, with reviews covering desert rides, beach horse riding, lessons and gentle pony outings. The desert tours are the headline experience: riders describe beautiful dunes, plenty of cantering and memorable sunrise or sunset slots. A two-hour private desert ride has also been booked here.
Beginners are well served. Reviews mention clear explanations, patient guidance and horses that remain calm and responsive with first-time riders. Families have brought very young children for pony rides, and visitors can reportedly pet the horses and feed them carrots.
The stable is also described as clean, organised and home to healthy, well-groomed horses. There is one important practical catch: do not assume a taxi will collect you afterwards. One solo rider was stranded for around two hours because taxis did not come to the stable area, so arrange both directions in advance.
It is also worth asking about the available packages, your riding level and whether photos or videos are included. One family found the riding pen small, though they still planned to return.