Private Horse Ridding tour

The most unusual part of this Tbilisi activity is how quickly you can move from the city’s eastern edge to a working horse-riding club near Lilo Mall. You meet on Kakheti Highway, receive the needed riding equipment, and spend about an hour on horseback with a professional instructor.

I like the private format, since only your group takes part. I also like the simple setup: the horse, equipment, and instructor are included, with no long sightseeing program wrapped around the ride. The main drawback is value. At $109 per person for roughly one hour, you are paying for a focused private activity, not a full-day excursion, and you must arrange your own transportation.

Key points to know before booking

• Private ride near Lilo Mall: Only your group participates, which can make the session easier to manage.
• About one hour in the saddle: The listed activity lasts one hour, with the full experience taking approximately one to two hours.
• Professional instruction included: Riding equipment and an instructor are part of the price.
• No transport from central Tbilisi: You must reach the meeting point on Kakheti Highway yourself.
• Good for horse enthusiasts: The short format suits anyone who wants riding time rather than a broad city tour.
• Weather matters: Poor conditions can lead to a new date or a full refund.

A horse ride on Tbilisi’s eastern edge

This is a narrowly focused activity, and that is its appeal. You are not signing up for a packed Georgian itinerary with several stops. You are going to a horse-riding club near Lilo Mall, meeting the instructor, getting equipped, and spending time riding.

The location is practical rather than postcard-pretty. Lilo Mall is on the eastern side of Tbilisi, close to Kakheti Highway. The information provided does not promise mountain views, forest trails, a picnic, or a long countryside route, so I would book this for the riding itself rather than for a grand scenic tour.

That distinction matters. Some horse experiences are really sightseeing outings with a few minutes on a horse. Here, the stated activity is about one hour of riding, which gives the horse time to be the main event. You can expect the instructor to help organize the session and provide the riding equipment, but the precise route and riding style are not specified.

What happens at the club near Lilo Mall

The meeting point is listed as Kakheti Highway, Tbilisi. The club is located near Lilo Mall, and the ride begins and ends at the meeting point. Since transportation is not included, you need to plan how you will get there and how much time you need before the start.

On arrival, the activity includes horse-riding equipment and a professional instructor. That is important for anyone who does not travel with riding gear. It also means the price covers more than simply being placed on a horse, though the exact equipment supplied is not listed.

The formal riding portion is one hour. The total duration is described as approximately one to two hours, likely allowing for arrival, preparation, and the session itself. You should not treat the longer figure as guaranteed saddle time. If one hour of actual riding is your goal, confirm the timing when booking.

The instructor is central to the quality of this experience. Several names connected with the wider service receive warm praise, including George, Temo, and Megi. George is singled out for careful planning, while Temo and Megi are praised for helping organize enjoyable outings. The available information does not assign one specific guide to every booking, so you should not assume that one particular person will lead your ride.

Why the private format matters

A private activity can make a short riding session feel more personal. You do not have to match the pace of a large group, and your party can communicate directly with the instructor. For a family, couple, or small group with mixed riding experience, that can be useful.

It also gives you a quieter setting for basic questions. If you are unsure about mounting, handling the reins, or keeping a comfortable pace, you can ask the instructor without holding up a busload of people. The details of the riding route are not supplied, so the private format is the clearest advantage beyond the horses themselves.

Still, private does not mean customized in every possible way. There is no stated promise of advanced training, a special route, photography, or a longer ride. I would view the arrangement as a private one-hour riding activity with instruction, not as a private equestrian lesson unless the provider confirms that directly.

The value of $109 per person

At $109 per person, this is a costly short activity if you compare it with a basic city attraction. The ride lasts about one hour, transportation is extra, and food and drinks are not included. You are paying for privacy, equipment, the horse, and professional supervision.

That price can make sense if riding is a real interest and you want a private booking in Tbilisi. For a horse lover, the focused time on horseback may be worth more than a cheaper group outing with less personal attention. The private format can also work well when several people in your party want to ride together.

The value is weaker if you are simply searching for a quick novelty. At this price, I would want to know exactly how the meeting works, how much time is spent mounted, and what kind of route the horses follow. The supplied information confirms an hour of riding but does not describe the scenery, horse breeds, riding level, or trail conditions.

This is also not an all-inclusive outing. You need to cover your own food, drinks, and transport. Since the activity ends back at the meeting point, you should budget for the return trip as well. The lack of included transport is not a problem if you are already staying near the eastern side of Tbilisi or have a simple way to reach Kakheti Highway. It is less convenient if your plans are centered elsewhere in the city.

Who will enjoy this ride most

I would recommend this experience first to people who already like horses or who specifically want riding time while in Georgia. The reviews connected with the service repeatedly praise the horse riding and the professionalism of the staff. One family described a day that combined horse riding and rafting, but rafting is not listed as part of this particular experience, so you should not expect it here.

The ride may also suit:

• Couples looking for a private outdoor activity
• Families who want to ride together
• Small groups that prefer direct help from an instructor
• Visitors with limited time who can reach Lilo Mall easily
• People who want equipment supplied rather than arranging it themselves

I would be more cautious about booking it for someone who wants a long countryside adventure. The published duration is short, and no extended trail, meal, transfer, or additional stop is included. If your ideal day involves castles, vineyards, or mountain scenery, this ride alone will not fill that role.

The information says most people can participate, which makes the activity broadly accessible in general terms. It does not provide detailed restrictions for age, weight, riding ability, or medical conditions. If any of those points matter for your group, ask before paying.

What the service reputation tells you

The strongest pattern in the available feedback is organization and guide service. George is praised as an excellent guide, and comments also credit Temo and Megi with creating well-managed outings. The repeated positive references to professional staff suggest that communication and coordination are important strengths.

That is especially useful for a short activity. When an experience lasts only an hour, disorganized arrival instructions or delays can take up a large part of your paid time. Good planning helps protect the actual riding portion.

The praise is not limited to riding. Some comments applaud drivers and broader tour arrangements, while one refers to a day involving both horses and rafting. Those details point to a tour company that may offer several kinds of Georgian excursions, but they should not be read as features of this standalone booking. For this experience, the confirmed inclusions are the horse-riding activity, equipment, and professional instructor.

I also appreciate that the activity is private rather than being described as a large shared departure. That gives you a clearer idea of the setting, even though the precise number of horses in your group is not stated.

Getting to Kakheti Highway

The meeting point is Kakheti Highway in Tbilisi, near Lilo Mall. The listing does not include transportation, so reaching the club is your responsibility. Give yourself enough time to locate the exact club near the mall rather than treating the highway name as a complete door-to-door address.

I would confirm the final meeting instructions after booking. The provider is Individual Entrepreneur Vazha Gakharia, and confirmation is issued at the time of booking. Keep that confirmation available, since the exact club entrance and contact details are more useful than the broad highway label alone.

Because the activity ends where it starts, you can plan the rest of your day around the same area. You might schedule shopping at Lilo Mall before or after the ride, but shopping is not part of the tour and should not be counted as included time. The practical point is simple: arrange the ride to the club and the ride back, and do not assume a driver will be waiting.

Weather, timing, and cancellation rules

Horse riding depends on outdoor conditions, and this experience requires good weather. If the provider cancels because of poor weather, you are offered another date or a full refund. That is a reasonable safeguard for an activity that cannot operate comfortably in bad conditions.

The standard cancellation policy is strict. The experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason if you cancel or request an amendment. If the minimum number of participants is not met, the provider offers another date or experience, or a full refund.

That means I would avoid booking until your schedule is settled. It also makes weather worth checking before you commit, even though a provider cancellation for poor weather is covered. A personal change of plan is not.

The duration is listed as one to two hours, with the itinerary itself showing one hour at the club. Plan for the shorter riding time and allow extra time for preparation. If you have a train, flight, dinner reservation, or another timed activity afterward, leave a generous gap.

What is not explained, and why you should ask

The basic information is clear about the price, meeting point, duration, equipment, and instructor. It is less specific about the riding conditions. You are not told whether the session uses an indoor arena, an outdoor ring, a trail, or a combination.

You are also not told the likely riding level. Most people can participate, but that does not explain whether beginners receive a basic introduction or whether the session is better for people who already know how to ride. Ask what is expected before booking if this is your first time on a horse.

The same applies to clothing and personal items. Equipment is included, but the type of equipment is not described. No food or drinks are supplied. Since only confirmed features should shape your expectations, bring your own water if needed and wear practical clothing suitable for an outdoor activity, while confirming any specific requirements with the provider.

These are not reasons to reject the activity. They are simply the points that affect value. A one-hour private ride feels different in an arena from a one-hour trail ride, and the price comparison changes accordingly.

Should you book this private horse ride?

Book it if you want a short, private horse-riding session in Tbilisi and you are comfortable arranging your own transportation to Lilo Mall. The professional instructor, supplied equipment, private group setting, and strong praise for organization make it an attractive choice for horse enthusiasts.

I would skip it if you want a cheap introduction to Tbilisi, a full-day Georgian outing, or a scenic countryside tour with meals and transport. At $109 per person, the experience needs to be judged as a private riding session, not as a broad sightseeing package.

Before you pay, confirm the exact club location, the expected mounted time, the type of riding environment, and the instructor assigned to your date. If those answers fit what you want, this can be a tidy way to put horse riding into a Tbilisi schedule without committing to a much longer excursion.

FAQ

Where does the horse-riding activity begin?

It begins on Kakheti Highway in Tbilisi, near Lilo Mall, where the horse-riding club is located.

Where does the activity end?

The activity ends back at the meeting point.

How long does the horse ride last?

The itinerary lists one hour of horse riding. The full activity is described as approximately one to two hours.

Is transportation included?

No. Transportation is not included, so you must arrange your own way to and from the meeting point.

Is food or drink included?

No. Food and drinks are not included.

Is riding equipment provided?

Yes. Horse-riding equipment is included in the price.

Is an instructor included?

Yes. A professional instructor is included.

Is this a private activity?

Yes. Only your group participates in the activity.

What happens if the weather is poor?

If the provider cancels because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.