Legend of Arslanbob — Horse Ride, 1 Day
About this tour
A day ride around Arslanbob, home to the largest natural walnut forest in the world. You ride up to the Small waterfall, visit the Cave of Forty Angels and take in the panorama over the village before entering the ancient walnut groves.
After a picnic with shashlik the route continues across the summer pastures to the Big waterfall and back to Arslanbob. Several variations are possible — tell us your pace and interests.
Highlights
- Relict walnut forests of Arslanbob
- Small and Big waterfalls
- Cave of Forty Angels
- Picnic with shashlik in the forest
- About 15 km and 7 hours on horseback
Group departures
Join a group on one of these dates, or propose your own. A departure is guaranteed once 2 travellers have joined, and the price per person drops as the group grows.
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- Price drops as people join
- Set your own group limit
Itinerary
01
Day
Arslanbob day ride
Start at 9:00. Ride to the Small waterfall and visit the Cave of Forty Angels, then enjoy the panorama of Arslanbob and ride into the relict walnut forests. Picnic with shashlik and a rest, then continue across the summer pasture to the Big waterfall and back to Arslanbob.
What's included
Included
English-speaking guide
Lunch
A horse for each traveller and your guide, with local horsemen
Entrance tickets and park fees
Not included
Drinks and snacks
Tips for your guide, driver and horsemen
Personal expenses
Who is this tour for?
- Riders with average fitness and some riding experience
- Families and travellers short on time who want one great day in the south
Difficulty & safety
The highest point of the route is about 2,100 m. Drink plenty of water, go slowly on the first days and tell your guide about any headache or dizziness. Riding days are about 7 hours (with breaks) at a walking pace with an experienced horseman; mountain weather changes fast, so keep a warm layer and rain jacket at hand.
What to bring
Warm layer
Hiking boots or sturdy shoes
Rain jacket
Sunscreen and sun hat
Pricing by group size
FAQ
Can the route be shortened?
Yes — several variations are possible, including a shorter ride to the Small waterfall only.
